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Saxophone Colossus

Sonny Rollins

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Saxophone Colossus

Saxophone Colossus
Saxophone Colossus
Saxophone Colossus
Saxophone Colossus
The photos of the record taken above are of the exact record that you will receive! Only one unique record per listing. Accompanying inserts, if any, are also photographed in the listing.

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Saxophone Colossus
The photos of the record taken above are of the exact record that you will receive! Only one unique record per listing. Accompanying inserts, if any, are also photographed in the listing. All photos are taken by Thryft and strictly no reproduction is allowed.
  • A1: St. Thomas (6:45)
  • A2: You Don't Know What Love Is (6:28)
  • A3: Strode Rode (5:13)
  • B1: Moritat (10:04)
  • B2: Blue Seven (11:17)

This listing features "Saxophone Colossus" by Sonny Rollins, recorded on June 22, 1956. The album showcases the talents of Sonny Rollins on tenor saxophone, accompanied by Tommy Flanagan on piano, Doug Watkins on bass, and Max Roach on drums. The record is manufactured by Victor Musical Industries Inc. from a master recording owned by Prestige Records Inc. A Japanese insert is included with the album. For further details regarding the packaging and inserts, please refer to the accompanying photos.

Saxophone Colossus

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Label/Cat No: Prestige SMJ-6501(M)
Format: LP Album Reissue Mono
Record Year of Release: 1975
Artist: Sonny Rollins
Release Country: Japan
Genre: Jazz
Style: Bop

Description

Experience the timeless brilliance of jazz with Sonny Rollins' "Saxophone Colossus," originally recorded in 1956 and reissued in Japan in 1975. This iconic album features Rollins on tenor saxophone, supported by the exceptional talents of Tommy Flanagan, Doug Watkins, and Max Roach. With standout tracks like "St. Thomas" and "Blue Seven," this record is a must-have for any jazz aficionado. The listing includes a Japanese insert, adding to its collectible appeal.

Media Condition: Excellent (EX)

Record shows slight signs of use by a previous owner, such as minor scuffs or very light scratches. In general, if not for a couple of minor things wrong with it, this would be Near Mint.

Sleeve Condition: Very Good Plus (VG+)

Picture sleeves and inner sleeves will have some slight wear, slightly turned-up corners, or a slight seam split. An LP cover may have slight signs of wear, and may be marred by a cut-out hole, indentation, discolouration, or cut corner.

All records come with an outer sleeve and are additionally protected by an anti-static inner sleeve. For more information on our grading system, please see our grading system here.

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  • A1: St. Thomas (6:45)
  • A2: You Don't Know What Love Is (6:28)
  • A3: Strode Rode (5:13)
  • B1: Moritat (10:04)
  • B2: Blue Seven (11:17)

This listing features "Saxophone Colossus" by Sonny Rollins, recorded on June 22, 1956. The album showcases the talents of Sonny Rollins on tenor saxophone, accompanied by Tommy Flanagan on piano, Doug Watkins on bass, and Max Roach on drums. The record is manufactured by Victor Musical Industries Inc. from a master recording owned by Prestige Records Inc. A Japanese insert is included with the album. For further details regarding the packaging and inserts, please refer to the accompanying photos.

Audio and tracklist in this preview may differ from this release. Refer to the product tracklist above.

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