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J Jazz: Free and Modern Jazz From Japan 1954-1988 by Tony Higgins and Mike Peden (BBE, 2024)

I finally pulled the trigger on this fantastic Japanese Jazz book from Tony Higgins and Mike Peden. Its been quite a whirlwind this as I pledged to the initial Kickstarter over a year ago, but it didn't reach the target. They then released pre-orders at a slightly reduced price a few months later but I didn't go for it, then RRP prices were raised to over £100. I finally found a deal on it though and I'm glad I did as its fantastic. Even the box it came in is great!

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Duke Pearson - Angel Eyes (Polydor, 1968 First Pressing)
Harold McNair - Up In The Air (Bahamian Rhythms Ltd., 1964 First Pressing)
Spontaneous Music Ensemble - Challenge (Eyemark, 1966 First Pressing)
Spontaneous Music Ensemble - Karyōbin (Island Records, 1968 First Pressing)


A pile of rarities here. The Duke Pearson has been on my wantlist for ages but rarely pops up. Something I am totally unfamiliar with is this album from Harold McNair, an incredible musician who plays fantastically. The real rarities come from the 2 Spontaneous Music Ensemble albums, I couldn't believe they both appeared at the same time. "Challenge" is missing the sleeve but I got it at a great price as a result and might luck out on a sleeve one day.

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Everything But The Girl - Eden (Buzzin' Fly Records, 2021 Pressing)
Cesaria Evora - Café Atlantico (Lusafrica, 2024 MOV Pressing)
Sharon Van Etten - Silent Night / Blue Christmas (Jagjaguwar, 2021 7" Pressing)
Mal Waldron - Rat Now... Paris 70' (Sam Records, 2024 First Pressing)


I wanted to re-share the fantastic records that @Kris was kind enough to get me for secret Santa! Huge thanks again! Plus the latest Sam record release (do they ever release anything bad??)

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Some vinyl I've added to the collection since Xmas.

DOOM - Operation Doomsday deluxe edition (pre-ordered, just got it today)
Coldplay - Moon Music (on sale at target)
Sabrina Carpenter - Short N Sweet (I waited way too long to grab this)
Sara Bareilles - Kaleidoscope Heart (half off on Amazon)
Manu Dibango - Soul Makossa (been on my list for a long time, finally found it in my price range)
Lady Gaga - Harlequin (clearance section at target)
BobMarley - Chances Are (been on my list for a long time, finally pulled the 🔫)
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