Shelly Manne & His Men – Vol. 5: More Swinging Sounds – Vinyl LP Record (G+)

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Shelly Manne & His Men – Vol. 5: More Swinging Sounds

Format: Vinyl LP
Label: Contemporary Records
Country: USA
Released: 1957 (original recordings)
Genre: Jazz / West Coast Jazz / Hard Bop

Description

More Swinging Sounds (Vol. 5) is a classic West Coast jazz album by drummer Shelly Manne & His Men, originally recorded in 1956–57 and issued by Contemporary Records, a label celebrated for its exceptional sound quality.

Featuring an outstanding lineup including Stu Williamson (trumpet), Charlie Mariano (alto sax), Russ Freeman (piano), Leroy Vinnegar (bass), and Shelly Manne (drums), this album delivers sophisticated, swinging performances with crisp dynamics and inventive improvisation.

A highly respected title among jazz collectors and an essential example of mid-century California jazz.

Track Listing

Side One

• Moose the Mooche (Charlie Parker)

• Bush Band (Russ Freeman)

• Pintu of Blues (Charlie Mariano)

• Side Two

  • Tommyhawk (Johnny Mandel)

  • Quartet: A Suite in Four Parts (Bill Holman)