Duke Ellington – In A Mellotone - Vinyl LP Record (VG)

Duke Ellington – In A Mellotone

A superb mid-century RCA Victor compilation capturing Duke Ellington and His Orchestra at the height of their early-1940s brilliance. In A Mellotone draws from the celebrated Blanton-Webster era, widely regarded by collectors and historians as one of the most cohesive and creative periods in Ellington’s vast catalogue.

This LP features timeless classics such as “Take The ‘A’ Train,” “Cotton Tail,” and “In A Mellotone,” highlighting the rich tonal blend of Johnny Hodges, Ben Webster, Cootie Williams and the powerhouse rhythm section. It’s a strong, musically satisfying entry point for Ellington collectors and an excellent addition for swing and big band enthusiasts alike.

Genre: Jazz / Big Band / Swing

Track Listing

Side One:

1. Take The “A” Train

2. A Portrait Of Bert Williams

3. Main Stem

4. Just A-Sittin’ And A-Rockin’

5. I Got It Bad (And That Ain’t Good)

6. Perdido

7. Blue Serge

Side Two:

1. In A Mellotone

2. Cotton Tail

3. I Don’t Know What Kind Of Blues I’ve Got

4. I Got It Bad (And That Ain’t Good)

5. Jumpin’ In Richmond

6. All Too Soon

7. Sepia Panorama

8. Rocks In My Bed

9. What Am I Here For?