{"product_id":"the-diamond-five-something-old-something-new-something-pink-something-blue-vinyl-lp-record-vg","title":"The Diamond Five – Something Old, Something New, Something Pink, Something Blue | Vinyl LP Record | (VG+)","description":"\u003ch1 class=\"MuiTypography-root MuiTypography-headLineXL title_Brnd1 css-12sap66\"\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRecord - VG+\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCover - G+\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA superb European jazz recording from Dutch jazz outfit The Diamond Five, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSomething Old, Something New, Something Pink, Something Blue\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e captures the group’s relaxed yet highly accomplished approach to mainstream and hard-bop influenced jazz. Led by pianist Cees Slinger and featuring Harry Verbeke, Cees Smal, Frank Noya and John Engels, the album combines inventive improvisation with melodic accessibility and outstanding ensemble playing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Diamond Five became one of the most respected jazz groups in the Netherlands during the 1960s and 1970s, earning a reputation for energetic live performances and sophisticated arrangements. This album showcases the group’s versatility, moving effortlessly between swinging standards, blues-infused originals and modern jazz interpretations. The interplay between the musicians is particularly impressive, making this a rewarding listen for collectors of European jazz and classic small-group recordings.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor jazz enthusiasts looking beyond the better-known American labels, this release offers a fascinating glimpse into the flourishing European jazz scene of the era.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGenre\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJazz, Hard Bop, European Jazz\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTrack Listing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSide One\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDon’t You Worry ’Bout A Thing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTake The “A” Train\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSt. Thomas\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Pink Panther\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSide Two\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrother John\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRelaxing At The Jazz Corner\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlue Bossa\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSamba To Come On\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePressing \u0026amp; Collectibility Notes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeatures performances by:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCees Slinger – Piano \u0026amp; Fender Rhodes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHarry Verbeke – Tenor Saxophone\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCees Smal – Trombone \u0026amp; Flugelhorn\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrank Noya – Bass Guitar\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJohn Engels – Drums\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Diamond Five remain highly regarded among collectors of European jazz recordings. Albums by the group are less common in South Africa than mainstream American jazz releases, making them attractive to collectors seeking unusual and quality jazz titles.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section credits toggle_section    toggle_section_remember\" data-toggle-section-id=\"credits\" id=\"credits\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section_content toggle_section_content\"\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list_no_style\"\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cimg\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"group\"\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"group\"\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"group\"\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"group\"\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"group\"\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"group\"\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e","brand":"The Diamond Five","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48005381849309,"sku":null,"price":790.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0718\/1633\/files\/20250905_134922.jpg?v=1780820353","url":"https:\/\/www.cplanaudio.co.za\/products\/the-diamond-five-something-old-something-new-something-pink-something-blue-vinyl-lp-record-vg","provider":"C-Plan Audio","version":"1.0","type":"link"}