Double 180 Gram Vinyl Housed in Gatefold Sleeve. Individually Numbered.
Catalog Number: MOVLP3857
Color: White
Format: LP
UPC: 8719262037359
The new compilation Great Moments With...
showcases the remarkable moments of Chet Baker's career, featuring both
his vocals and trumpet work. It spans his final five and a half years,
during which he collaborated closely with the Wim Wigt Timeless Records
agency in the Netherlands. The album includes a mix of bebop and
ballads, along with the previously
unreleased bonus track "But Not For Me". During this period, Baker
benefited from the agency's management, leading to fewer missed
performances and increased fame. His relationship with Wigt and his
team, including his girlfriend Diane Vavra, key figures like tour
manager Peter Huijts and record engineer Max Bolleman, significantly
enhanced his career. The double album traces his journey with Wigt,
beginning with the opening track "Ray's Ideas", and the ballad
"Everything Happens To Me" and concludes with the previously unreleased
track "But Not From Me". The album highlights his work with European
musicians and features recordings from various sessions, including
performances with Dexter Gordon's rhythm section, his own trio, and a
rare live recording from Zagreb. The Great Moments With LP... not only celebrates Baker's legacy but continues to inspire and resonate with new generations.