Charlie Parker & Dizzy Gillespie - Bird & Diz (LP)

Step into the golden era of jazz with Bird and Diz, a groundbreaking collaboration between two of the genre’s legends, Charlie Parker and Dizzy Gillespie. Recorded primarily in New York City in 1950, this iconic album captures Parker’s dazzling saxophone interplay with Gillespie’s vibrant trumpet, brought to life alongside a powerhouse rhythm section including Thelonious Monk, Curly Russell, and Buddy Rich.

Bird and Diz stands out as a testament to the inventive spirit of bebop, featuring memorable originals such as “Bloomdido,” “Relaxin’ With Lee,” and “An Oscar for Treadwell,” as well as a stunning rendition of “My Melancholy Baby.” For jazz enthusiasts and new listeners alike, this release on Verve Records offers a thrilling showcase of virtuosity and creative energy from two of music’s most influential artists.

• Format: Vinyl
• Label: Verve Records
• Genre: Jazz
• Release Date: 09/20/2019
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TRACKS

A1. Bloomdido
A2. Melancholy Baby
A3. Relaxing With Lee
A4. Passport
B1. Leap Frog
B2. An Oscar For Treadwell
B3. Mohawk
B4. Visa