Grant Green kicked off his long - standing and productive Blue Note career in 1961 with his debut album 'Grant's First Stand,' a great soul - jazz record. In this album, he played in an organ trio with Baby Face Willette on Hammond B3 and Ben Dixon on drums. Returning to Van Gelder Studio in April of that year, he switched to a leaner - sounding trio with Ben Tucker on bass and Dave Bailey on drums. This setup gave Green plenty of space to play his creative, bluesy lines in a 5 - song set. The set includes original tunes like 'No. 1 Green Street,' 'Grant's Dimensions,' and 'Green With Envy,' along with amazing renditions of Thelonious Monk's '‘Round About Midnight' and the classic 'Alone Together.' This Blue Note Classic Vinyl Edition is a stereo, all - analog record. Mastered by Kevin Gray from the original master tapes, it's pressed on 180g vinyl at Optimal. Features include 180g black vinyl pressing, an all - analog remaster from original tapes, with Grant Green on guitar, Ben Tucker on bass, and Dave Bailey on drums. It was originally released in 1961 and re - issued by Blue Note Records in 2023.
To use this 180g vinyl LP, first, make sure your turntable is clean and in good working condition. Gently place the record on the turntable, center it, and then lower the tonearm onto the lead - in groove. Enjoy the rich, all - analog sound of Grant Green's music. When handling the vinyl, always hold it by the edges to avoid getting fingerprints on the playing surface, as this can affect the sound quality. After each use, carefully return the record to its sleeve to protect it from dust and scratches. Store the LP in a cool, dry place, standing upright on a shelf. This will help keep the vinyl flat and prevent warping over time. If the record gets dirty, you can use a vinyl cleaning brush to gently remove dust particles. Avoid using harsh chemicals or abrasive materials, as these can damage the vinyl.
