Destination Moon
Jeanne Lee, Ran Blake - The Newest Sound Around (ltd. 500 copies made) (clear vinyl)
Jeanne Lee, Ran Blake - The Newest Sound Around (ltd. 500 copies made) (clear vinyl)
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Jeanne Lee, Ran Blake – The Newest Sound Around | Clear Vinyl LP
Step into the intimate world of 1962 with Jeanne Lee and Ran Blake's seminal collaboration, The Newest Sound Around. This pioneering Jeanne Lee, Ran Blake vinyl record captures a moment where vocal jazz met avant-garde piano, forging a sound that remains fresh and deeply resonant. A true gem for any collector seeking 1960s Jazz vinyl LPs.
About the Album
Released in 1962 on Destination Moon, The Newest Sound Around marked the debut of this extraordinary duo. Jeanne Lee's innovative vocalizations, often blurring the lines between singing and spoken word, found a perfect counterpart in Ran Blake's stark, impressionistic piano work. Together, they redefined the landscape of contemporary jazz, infusing it with elements of gospel and blues in a uniquely sparse and powerful way.
The Vinyl Experience
This limited pressing, presented on stunning clear vinyl, offers an unparalleled listening experience for the discerning audiophile. Drop the needle and immerse yourself in the warm analog sound, revealing the subtle nuances and dynamic range of Lee's voice and Blake's piano work as intended. This Vinyl LP is a testament to the enduring appeal of physical media for serious collectors.
- Format: Vinyl LP
- Artist: Jeanne Lee, Ran Blake
- Label: Destination Moon
- Genre: Jazz, Contemporary Jazz, Gospel
- Perfect For: Audiophiles, collectors of experimental vocal jazz, late-night listening sessions
Collector's Note
With only 500 copies made worldwide, this clear vinyl edition of The Newest Sound Around is a truly rare find for any Jazz collector's vinyl collection. Few records from its era capture such a profound sense of intimacy and daring musical exploration, making it a highly sought-after piece of wax.
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• Asia & Europe: 1 - 10 business days (USPS First Class, Priority, FedEx Express)
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Our dedicated vault team carefully packages and ships all orders within 24 to 48 hours. You will receive a tracking link immediately upon shipment so you can trace your package journey to your sound system.
We ship every vinyl record in premium double walled heavy duty cardboard mailers with thick bubble inserts and extra corner protectors. LPs are placed behind the jacket during transit to completely eliminate seam splits ensuring your record arrives in pristine condition.
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We recommend gently wiping the record with a carbon fiber anti static brush before and after every playback to remove surface dust. For deep cleaning always use specialized alcohol free record cleaning fluid and a microfiber cloth wiping in a gentle circular motion following the grooves.
We strictly adhere to the Goldmine Grading Standard. Every archive copy is meticulously inspected under high intensity light. Any pre owned or rare import pressings are professionally play tested to guarantee the exact audio fidelity and grade described.
A 180g record is significantly thicker and heavier than standard vintage pressings. This added weight provides superior physical stability on the turntable platter reducing wow and flutter during playback and protecting the record from warping over time under changing temperature conditions.
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