Parker, Leo: Legendary Bop Rhythm & Blues Classics

Leo Parker: Legendary Bop Rhythm & Blues Classics - COMPACT DISCS

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Title:

Legendary Bop Rhythm & Blues Classics

Artist:

Leo Parker

Label:

Essential Media Mod

Product Type:

COMPACT DISCS

UPC:

894231335129

Genre:

Jazz

Release Date:

2012-08-29

Number of Discs:

1

Additional Details:

MANUFACTURED ON DEMAND

The first jazz be-bop musician to play the baritone sax, Leo Parker was a rising force in the be-bop community of the late 1940's and might have become a huge star had not a drug addiction derailed his career and eventually claim his life at the age of 36. With a sound that wedded gospel drenched R&B with the advanced harmonies of be-bop, Parker's style and flawless technique became a prime inspiration for scores of young be-boppers to come. The first five tracks presented here were recorded in Chicago in August of 1953 with an unidentified rhythm section; the remaining tracks are from a July, 1951 Chicago session featuring Parker's baritone with Eddie Johnson on tenor sax; Claude Jones on piano (organ on "Candlelight Serenade"); Johnny Pate bass and Al Williams on drums. All selections have been newly remastered.

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