Name: Down With It!
Brand: Blue Mitchell

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Bonus disc: No

Catalogue number

1000140302

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Format detail

180g vinyl at RTI and packaged in a deluxe gatefold tip-on jacket.

Format Music US

Limited edition

Release date

2024-02-02

Signed copies

Signed copies: No

Supplier US

Unive­rsal

Tax rate US

Sales:8.875

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602445395774

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Artist

Blue Mitchell

Genre US

Jazz

Label US

Blue Note

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Blue Mitchell was an American jazz trumpet player, composer, and band leader. Born on March 13, 1930 in Miami, Florida, he made a significant impact on the jazz scene during his career. Known for his soulful sound and melodic improvisation style, Mitchell collaborated with numerous renowned artists such as *Kenny Dorham*, *Jackie McLean*, and *Freddie Hubbard*. His contributions to the genre can be heard in his compositions and performances with various groups including Art Blakey & The Jazz Messengers. Sadly, Mitchell passed away on May 21, 1979 in Los Angeles, California.

Throughout his life, Blue Mitchell's talent shone brightly as he showcased his skills as a trumpeter. He played with notable musicians like *Tina Brooks*, *Lou Donaldson*, and *Kenny Drew*. Mitchell's distinct sound resonated through recordings and live performances alike. His collaborations with artists such as *Stanley Turrentine* and *Nat Adderley* further solidified his reputation as a respected musician within the jazz community.

As part of the vibrant jazz scene of his time, Blue Mitchell left an indelible mark on the genre. Alongside esteemed performers like *Lee Morgan*, *Sonny Clark*, and *Horace Silver*, he contributed to the evolution of jazz music. With albums featuring talented individuals like Horace Silver Quintet and Thad Jones among others,*Mitchell's legacy

Trumpeter Blue Mitchell had a soulful, swinging style and was equally at home in jazz, R&amp;B and funk settings. This 1965 date featured his Horace Silver bandmates Junior Cook (tenor sax) and Gene Taylor (bass), along with a 24- year-old Chick Corea (piano) and 22-year-old Al Foster (drums.) Blue Note Tone Poet Series is produced by Joe Harley, mastered by Kevin Gray from the original analog master tapes

Down With It!

Music US

Discover Down With It! by Blue Mitchell on vinyl. This soulful, swinging album features his Horace Silver bandmates and is part of the Blue Note Tone Poet Series.