{"product_id":"duke-ellington-indigos-impex-records-reissue","title":"Duke Ellington - Indigos (2024 IMPEX Reissue)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e— The Analog Vault \/\/ Essential Listening —\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Duke at his most soulfully nocturnal. An elegant, romantic set of ballads from the master of American large-group jazz. The 1958 album features performances of jazz standards such as \"Mood Indigo\", \"Autumn Leaves\", and \"Prelude To a Kiss\".\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHis all-star ensemble lay back on this beautiful set of swinging, romantic ballads now available for the first time in pristine 180-gram vinyl. Ellington was often imitated, never equaled. There's a clear \"blue mood\" at work in these sessions and Kevin Gray's all-analog mastering brings out a nocturnal mood, while keeping things warm and mellow. A deep and wide soundstage, mellifluous lows and crystalline highs make Indigos a perfect accompaniment to your late night listening. — via Label\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e—\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis neglected gem from Duke Ellington’s tremendous catalogue should not be overlooked. Originally released in 1958, Ellington Indigos captures the heralded American jazz pianist and his august orchestra in a blue, contemplative mood. From Ellington’s reflective opening solo on “Solitude” to the mournful tempo of “Autumn Leaves” - this ruminative and romantic LP is ideal for nocturnal contemplation over a glass of Scotch. Each velvety composition also allows a different member of Ellington’s band to take the spotlight. Whether it's Shorty Baker’s exquisite trumpet on “Mood Indigo”, or Johnny Hodges’ passionate alto saxophone on “Prelude to a Kiss”, or Jimmy Hamilton’s fluid clarinet on “Tenderly” - this sterling record is a moonlit showcase for Ellington and his contemporaries.  — \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/theanalogvault.mom\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eThe Analog Vault\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e—\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt’s a rainy early evening in January, and I’m sipping a martini and spinning an Impex 45rpm test pressing of Ellington’s Indigos LP. Before you read any further, drop this review and order a copy before it’s too late—it’s one of the best things I’ve heard in a while. A musical gem, a sonic knockout. Originally released in 1958, Indigos is a gorgeously moody collection of tunes. Ellington’s unaccompanied piano intro to “Solitude” shows an exceptionally natural sound, with great studio ambience. When the band rolls in there’s a thrilling dynamic kick and musical pizzazz to die for—rich, throaty brass, silky strings. On “Where or When” you’ll hear the alto soloist breathing as he plays; on “Mood Indigo” the full orchestra really fills the room, extending wall to wall, front to back, and also in height, with an uncanny illusion of the players on a tiered bandstand, quite life-sized too. Then there’s the nimble, walking bass lines, the dreamy sounding clarinet, floating in space, just so “there.” Impex has a fine 33 version of this title, but this one marking the title’s 65th anniversary smokes it. The release includes a 16-page booklet with new liner notes and never seen photos. What a record! — (via \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.theabsolutesound.com\/articles\/duke-ellington-and-his-orchestra-ellington-indigos\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eThe Absolute Sound\u003c\/a\u003e)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"152\" style=\"border-radius: 12px;\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/open.spotify.com\/embed\/album\/5BymHphSwXImKUTljcMJvu?utm_source=generator\" allow=\"autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; fullscreen; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\" frameborder=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e↓\u003cbr\u003eLabel: Impex Records, Columbia\u003cbr\u003eFormat: 2 x Vinyl, LP, 45 RPM, Album, Limited Edition, Numbered, Reissue, Remastered, Special Edition, Stereo, Mono\u003cbr\u003eReleased: 2024 \/ Original Release: 1958\u003cbr\u003eGenre: Jazz\u003cbr\u003eStyle: Big Band\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFile under: TAV Essential Listening\u003cbr\u003eFile under:  Audiophile Jazz\u003cbr\u003e⦿\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Impex Records","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41456449224862,"sku":"874925895153","price":98.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0584\/5434\/3838\/files\/ab67616d0000b273160aa011e35301c4fdff9d78.jpg?v=1728041761","url":"https:\/\/theanalogvault.mom\/products\/duke-ellington-indigos-impex-records-reissue","provider":"The Analog Vault","version":"1.0","type":"link"}