Kenny Dorham – Whistle Stop – Vinyl LP Record (VG+)

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Whistle Stop – Kenny Dorham (LP, Stereo)

A classic hard-bop session from trumpeter Kenny Dorham, Whistle Stop is one of the most respected titles in the Blue Note catalogue. Featuring an exceptional lineup including Hank Mobley, Kenny Drew, Paul Chambers, and Philly Joe Jones, this album captures the sharp, melodic edge of late-1950s Blue Note jazz.

This copy is a French Blue Note reissue, identifiable by the French-language hype strip (“Pochette & Étiquette Originales”), Pathé Marconi / EMI France manufacturing, and European sleeve layout. It is not a US first pressing and not a South African pressing.

Artist Line-up

• Kenny Dorham – trumpet

• Hank Mobley – tenor saxophone

• Kenny Drew – piano

• Paul Chambers – bass

• Philly Joe Jones – drums

Highlights

• Title track “Whistle Stop” – a Blue Note classic

• Deep, swinging hard-bop with lyrical trumpet lines

• Essential listening for Blue Note collectors and jazz purists

Pressing Details

• Label: Blue Note Records

• Format: LP, Stereo

• Country of Pressing: France

• Era: Late 1970s / 1980s reissue

• Manufactured by: Pathé Marconi / EMI France

• Original US release year: 1961

Why this record matters

This reissue is highly regarded for its clean mastering, authentic Blue Note presentation, and affordability compared to original US pressings—making it an excellent entry point for collectors who want the music without four-figure prices.