Name: Stan Meets Chet
Brand: Chet Baker, Stan Getz

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950745

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Orange

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Waxtime Edition

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Limited edition

Release date

2023-02-10

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8436559469630

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1 / LP / Orange

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Chet Baker

Stan Getz

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Jazz

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Waxtime

Waxtime is an Andorran jazz reissue label that specializes in bringing classic jazz albums back to life. With a passion for preserving the rich history of jazz music, Waxtime carefully selects and remasters iconic recordings from legendary artists. From Miles Davis to John Coltrane, their catalog offers a diverse range of timeless jazz masterpieces. Whether you're a seasoned jazz enthusiast or new to the genre, Waxtime provides an opportunity to experience the magic of these influential albums in high-quality vinyl format.

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Stan Getz was a highly influential jazz saxophonist, known for his smooth and lyrical playing style. Born on February 2, 1927 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA, he became one of the most successful musicians of his time. With a career spanning several decades, Getz collaborated with numerous renowned artists and released numerous acclaimed albums. His talent and passion for music made him an iconic figure in the jazz world. Sadly, he passed away on June 6, 1991 in Malibu, California at the age of 64.
Throughout his career, Stan Getz captivated audiences with his melodic improvisations and soulful performances. He played alongside legendary musicians such as Dizzy Gillespie and Charlie Parker during the bebop era. Getz's signature sound on the tenor saxophone resonated with listeners worldwide.
Getz's discography includes many notable recordings like "The Girl from Ipanema" and "Desafinado," which showcased his ability to blend traditional jazz with Latin influences. His music continues to inspire generations of musicians and remains timeless in its beauty and sophistication.

Chet Baker was an American jazz trumpeter, singer, composer, and artist. Born on December 23, 1929 in Yale, Oklahoma, USA, he began his career in the early 1950s playing alongside renowned musicians. However, his career was hindered by drug addiction and arrests for narcotics.

Despite these challenges, Baker made several comebacks starting from 1957 with collaborations featuring talented musicians like [Collaborator Name] and Gerry Mulligan. Despite having his teeth knocked out during an altercation, Baker recovered and continued to record frequently across various labels. He showcased his skills both in small groups and leading large ensembles in live settings.

In the 1980s until his death at the age of 58 on May 13th, 1988 in Amsterdam, The Netherlands; Chet Baker recorded extensively in Europe. His music legacy remains influential as he left behind a remarkable body of work that showcases his unique talent as a trumpeter and vocalist.

It's said that tenor saxophonist Stan Getz and trumpeter Chet Baker never particularly liked each other and even though they had musically compatible styles, they only worked together briefly in three periods. This 1958 session, produced by Norman Granz, exposes the two musicians' mutual hostility towards one another in subtle ways, which at the time divided critical opinion on the release. Nonetheless, this is an LP worthy of being in the collection of any Getz and Baker fan - musically controversial as the LP might be.

Tracks: I'll Remember April / Ballad Medley: Autumn In New York/ Embraceable You/What's New? / Jordu / Half-Breed Apache

Stan Meets Chet

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