EDDIE COSTA-House of Blue Lights-Jazz Dot Stereo NM LP

$

150

Hello and welcome. Here is what you're bidding on:  TITLE & ARTIST: "The House of Blue Lights" - by Eddie Costa on the DOT Records label (DLP 25206) in wonderfully clear original "Ultra Stereophonic" sound, released in 1959. CONDITION: JACKET - VG++ (Almost no wear on this incredibly evocative jacket, just some light edge wear - a small taped bottom center split; otherwise, it's a complete treasure); VINYL - VG++ to Near Mint (The clear and bright vinyl plays very well with a couple of very light marks and one or two very light pops) - Both Visual and Play Graded).  SPECIAL FEATURES: ALL MUSIC GUIDE RATING: 4.5 stars (Out of 5); ALL MUSIC GUIDE COMMENTARY: "Eddie Costa was probably better known for his work as a vibraphonist than as a pianist during his all too brief career, which ended suddenly after a fatal car crash in 1962. He sticks exclusively to piano on his final album as a leader, joined by bassist Wendell Marshall and drummer Paul Motian. His interpretation of Gigi Gryce's "The House of Blue Lights" has a dark tone overall, very percussive at times and often incorporating fast runs. Likewise, his take of "My Funny Valentine" is rather moody, as if a breakup between lovers is imminent. "Diane" finally lightens the mood with some mid-tempo breezy bop. Costa's two originals include the upbeat cooker "Annabelle" and the rambling, almost avant-gardish "What's It to Ya." Marshall and Motian provide great support for Costa throughout these experimental sessions. It is a pity that Eddie Costa died at such a young age before he had an opportunity to expand upon the work heard in this valuable date."  Two extra bonuses, in my opinion: this really is one of the most mysterious covers ever made, complemented by the extensive back cover liner notes. Don't miss this album. TRACKS: Please consult the AMG review for a complete track listing. Thanks! If you have further questions about condition or content, please don't hesitate to ask. You may bid with unworried confidence. Our sales history is your assurance of absolute integrity. Thank you and good luck. OUR GRADING SYSTEM: We grade visually, and we are happy to listen to any LP and give you an aural grade as well. SS (Still Sealed as from the factory); NM (Near Mint - our highest grade; the vinyl has only a very few light marks that do not affect play); VG++ (Very Good Plus Plus - a few more light marks than Near Mint; still a great record that plays near perfectly); VG+ (Very Good Plus - an enjoyable, played and loved, obviously used but still listenable record, usually with some light pops, but free of major audible distraction; jacket may be lightly worn, slightly dinged, even very lightly split, but NEVER trashed); VG (Very Good) and below - we usually do NOT sell these, but if we have some good reason to offer such a record, we will explain completely).