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1.1 Stella By Starlight 10:081.2 For Minors Only 7:321.3 Almost Blue 7:391.4 Portrait in Black and White 15:301.5 My Funny Valentine 12:53 |
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| | Description: | Memories In Tokyo by Chet Baker, released 6 March 2026, includes the following tracks: "Almost Blue", "My Funny Valentine" and more.
This version of Memories In Tokyo comes as a 1xLP in a(n) Obi Strip packaging.
The vinyl is pressed as a opaque disc. - JAPAN IMPORTJapanese pressing, originally released in 1988. This late-period Chet Baker recording captures the remarkable force he regained during the final year of his life, moving far beyond the laidback, spacious style of many of his earlier sessions as he delivers crisp, fiery trumpet work supported by a tight quartet featuring Harold Danko on piano, Hein Van de Geyn on bass, and John Engels on drums, with Baker offering a bit of vocals although the main focus remains his expressive horn on performances of "Portrait In Black & White," "Stella By Starlight," "For Minors Only," "My Funny Valentine," and a beautifully rendered version of Elvis Costello's "Almost Blue." King Records. 2021.Recorded June 14, 1987
Live At Hitomi-Kinen-Kodo
Tokyo
Made by King Record Co., Ltd. Tokyo, Japan
"Memories: Chet Baker In Tokyo" on LP captures one of Chet Baker's most intimate and moving late-career concert documents, recorded in Japan during his final artistic phase. The album presents the legendary trumpeter and vocalist in a stripped-down, atmospheric setting, where his fragile tone, lyrical phrasing, and almost whispered vocal delivery create an intense sense of closeness. Standards and ballads unfold in long, breathing lines, with Baker stretching melodies in his unmistakable, understated way, allowing every note to hang in the air and resonate with the audience. The Tokyo ambience - attentive, respectful, and quietly electrified - becomes part of the music itself, turning this record into a sonic snapshot of an artist in deep dialogue with both his material and his listeners. As an LP, the warm analog sound enhances the hushed dynamics, the subtle interplay with the rhythm section, and the bittersweet emotional weight that defines Baker's late work, making this edition ideal for dedicated jazz listeners and vinyl collectors who value nuance over fireworks.
The manufacturer Jpt is known among collectors for carefully curated Japanese issues and reissues that place great emphasis on sound quality and production values. Their releases typically prioritize clear, detailed mastering along with high manufacturing standards, allowing the music to unfold with depth and presence on vinyl. With "Memories: Chet Baker In Tokyo", Jpt offers a premium presentation that respects the intimacy of the original recording, aiming to preserve the concert's atmosphere and the natural acoustics of the venue.
Chet Baker, one of the central figures of West Coast cool jazz, rose to international fame in the 1950s through his work with Gerry Mulligan and his own influential quartets. Known for his soft, airy trumpet sound and his vulnerable, almost conversational singing voice, he created definitive interpretations of songs like "My Funny Valentine" and "Let's Get Lost". Despite a turbulent personal life, Baker remained artistically active for decades, developing into a mature, introspective stylist whose late recordings are prized for their emotional directness. Albums such as "Chet Baker Sings", "Chet", and numerous European live dates have cemented his reputation as a jazz icon whose influence can be heard in generations of trumpet players and vocalists. "Memories: Chet Baker In Tokyo" stands as part of that late legacy, capturing the distilled essence of his art in front of an audience that listens to every breath and every pause. | | | No. of tracks: |
5 |
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NAS-2089 |
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