Kenny Burrell – Midnight Blue (1963) | Old Vinyl Review

Описание: In this Old Vinyl Review episode we dive deep into Kenny Burrell’s classic Blue Note album “Midnight Blue” (1963). Soul‑jazz, blues and late‑night guitar tones recorded at Rudy Van Gelder’s legendary studio.
🎧 Grab your headphones, drop the needle and let’s explore why this record is essential for any jazz and vinyl lover.

🔹 Album details
Artist: Kenny Burrell
Album: Midnight Blue
Label: Blue Note Records

Recorded: January 8, 1963 – Rudy Van Gelder Studio, Englewood Cliffs, NJ
Release year: 1963

🔹 What you’ll hear in this episode

Historical context of the Blue Note golden era
The piano‑less quintet concept and Burrell’s guitar sound
Stanley Turrentine’s soulful tenor playing
Track‑by‑track highlights: “Chitlins con Carne”, “Soul Lament”, “Midnight Blue”, “Saturday Night Blues”

5+ album recommendations if you love this record

🔹 About Old Vinyl Review
Old Vinyl Review is a series dedicated to deep dives into classic jazz, blues, soul and rock records on vinyl. We talk musicians, studios, gear and history, always from a listener’s point of view.

💿 Recommended records if you enjoy “Midnight Blue”:

Grant Green – Idle Moments
Jimmy Smith – Back at the Chicken Shack
Stanley Turrentine – That’s Where It’s At
Lee Morgan – The Sidewinder
Wes Montgomery – Full House

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