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Release date

2018-06-29

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6749300

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Artist

John Coltrane

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Impulse!

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John Coltrane was an American saxophonist and jazz composer. He was one of the most influential musicians of the twentieth century, known for his contributions to bebop, hardbop, modal jazz, and free jazz. Coltrane recorded over fifty albums as a leader and collaborated with legendary artists such as Miles Davis and Thelonious Monk. His music evolved to become increasingly spiritual throughout his life. Recognized for his masterful improvisation and iconic centrality to the history of jazz, Coltrane received numerous awards including a posthumous special citation from the Pulitzer Prize Board in 2007.Born on September 23, 1926 in Hamlet, North Carolina, USA, John Coltrane passed away on July 17, 1967 at the age of forty due to liver cancer. Despite his untimely death, his legacy continues to inspire generations of musicians.Coltrane's musical journey extended beyond himself; he married pianist Alice Coltrane and their son Ravi Coltrane followed in his father's footsteps as a talented saxophonist.

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Label Code: LC 0236 / LC LC 00236.
For unofficial releases/counterfeit/bootlegs, please [l132473].
[b]1960[/b] The Impulse! label was started as a jazz subsidiary of [l=Am-Par Record Corp.] under the direction of [a=Creed Taylor] and soon after the label's creation, [a=Bob Thiele].
In the 60s the Canadian versions of the label were manufactured by [l=Sparton Of Canada Ltd.] and wear the [l=Sparton Impulse! Records] label.
[b]1962[/b] The company names changed to [l=ABC-Paramount Records, Inc.] - The [l=Sparton Impulse! Records] remains to mention [l=Am-Par Record Corp.] after the company name changed.
[b]1967[/b] A new change to [l=ABC Records, Inc.] In this period sometimes a second [l=ABC Records] brand appears on the label.
[b]1974[/b] Versions on the concentric label design from the 70s commonly display the [l=ABC Impulse!] label brand.
It operated until 1979, though new recordings had stopped by 1977; it survived on with reissues.
[b]1979[/b] ABC was bought by [l=MCA Records] and Impulse! shut down along with all of the other ABC-affiliated labels.

Impulse is known as [i]The House That Trane Built[/i] because of [a=John Coltrane]'s 1961-67 association with the label.

MCA revived the label mainly as a reissue imprint with a few new releases in the 1980s. It was reactivated as part of MCA-owned [l1071] with new artist signings including [a=Diana Krall] in the 1990s. Following a series of major label buy-outs and mergers, Impulse! is now part of the [l=The Verve Music Group] unit of the larger multi-national [l=Universal Music Group].

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The album "Both Directions At Once: The Lost Album" by John Coltrane was released by Impulse Records. This highly anticipated album features previously unreleased recordings from a 1963 session with the legendary jazz saxophonist and his classic quartet.

Recorded at the Van Gelder Studio in New Jersey, this lost album showcases Coltrane's innovative and boundary-pushing approach to jazz. The album includes both original compositions and reinterpretations of jazz standards, providing a unique glimpse into Coltrane's creative process during this pivotal period in his career.

Featuring Coltrane on tenor and soprano saxophone, McCoy Tyner on piano, Jimmy Garrison on bass, and Elvin Jones on drums, the quartet delivers mesmerizing performances that showcase their unparalleled musical chemistry. From the energetic and complex improvisations to the soulful ballads, each track on this album is a testament to the virtuosity and artistic vision of these iconic musicians.

The sound quality of "Both Directions At Once: The Lost Album" is exceptional, thanks to meticulous remastering techniques applied to the original tapes. This ensures that listeners can fully appreciate the nuances of each instrument and experience the raw intensity of Coltrane's playing.

Whether you are a longtime fan of John Coltrane or new to his music, "Both Directions At Once: The Lost Album" is a must-have addition to any jazz collection. It offers a captivating journey through one of the most influential periods in jazz history and serves as a testament to Coltrane's enduring legacy as one of the greatest saxophonists of all time.

Both Directions At Once-The Lost Album

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