Benny Carter – Jazz Giant (Vinyl LP, 2022, Craft Recordings/Contemporary Records CR00384, 180g, Contemporary Records Acoustic Sounds Series)

Why This Record Matters
Originally released in 1958, Jazz Giant brings Benny Carter together with a notable ensemble including Ben Webster, Barney Kessel, Shelly Manne, André Previn, Jimmy Rowles, Leroy Vinnegar, and Frank Rosolino. Recorded by Roy DuNann at Contemporary's Studio, the sessions showcase Carter on alto saxophone and trumpet across material recorded between 1957 and 1958.

Collector Note
This 2022 Contemporary Records Acoustic Sounds Series edition features all-analog mastering from the original tapes by Bernie Grundman. It was pressed on 180-gram vinyl at Quality Record Pressings and issued as Craft Recordings/Contemporary Records CR00384.

Availability
Single copy available—once it's gone, it's gone.

Condition & Details
Media: M
Sleeve: NM
New and sealed.

Technical Details
Format: Vinyl, LP, Album, Reissue, Stereo, 180 grams
Label: Craft Recordings / Contemporary Records / Stereo Records – CR00384
Country: Worldwide
Released: December 16, 2022
Genre: Jazz
Style: Swing, Bop

Matrix / Runout
Not specified

Tracklist
Side A
A1 Old Fashioned Love – 7:46
A2 I'm Coming Virginia – 5:45
A3 A Walkin' Thing – 5:55

Side B
B1 Blue Lou – 5:02
B2 Ain't She Sweet – 3:32
B3 How Can You Lose – 6:12
B4 Blues My Naughty Sweetie Gives To Me – 4:32

Shipping & Handling
Ultrasonically cleaned using a Degritter Mark II prior to shipping.
Stored in protective inner and outer sleeves.
Shipped with vinyl protection and cardboard reinforcement.
Packed securely for safe delivery.

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