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20 Essential John Coltrane Albums Ranked
From Blue Train to A Love Supreme, discover the 20 essential John Coltrane albums ranked and reviewed. Whether you're new to Coltrane or building a complete discography, start here.
20 Essential John Coltrane Albums Ranked
From Blue Train to A Love Supreme, discover the 20 essential John Coltrane albums ranked and reviewed. Whether you're new to Coltrane or building a complete discography, start here.
Japanese Jazz Pressings: Complete Buyer's Guide for Australian Collectors
Japanese jazz pressings from the 1970s and 80s command premium prices, but are they worth it? This guide covers why Japanese vinyl sounds different, what King Records and Toshiba-EMI bring to the table, the truth about obi strips, and why condition matters more than you think. Plus, honest pricing for Australian buyers and when to choose Japanese over originals or modern reissues.
Japanese Jazz Pressings: Complete Buyer's Guide for Australian Collectors
Japanese jazz pressings from the 1970s and 80s command premium prices, but are they worth it? This guide covers why Japanese vinyl sounds different, what King Records and Toshiba-EMI bring to the table, the truth about obi strips, and why condition matters more than you think. Plus, honest pricing for Australian buyers and when to choose Japanese over originals or modern reissues.
Album of the Month: Venna – Malik
Review: Grammy-winner Venna's stunning debut album Malik blends jazz, R&B and soul. Featuring Jorja Smith & Yussef Dayes.
Album of the Month: Venna – Malik
Review: Grammy-winner Venna's stunning debut album Malik blends jazz, R&B and soul. Featuring Jorja Smith & Yussef Dayes.
Blue Note Reissues vs Original Pressings: What's Worth Buying in 2025?
Original Blue Note pressings sound incredible but cost hundreds. Modern reissues are affordable but quality varies wildly. Japanese pressings offer a middle ground with exceptional condition. Here's an honest breakdown of sound quality, value and what's actually worth your money when buying Blue Note records in Australia in 2025.
Blue Note Reissues vs Original Pressings: What's Worth Buying in 2025?
Original Blue Note pressings sound incredible but cost hundreds. Modern reissues are affordable but quality varies wildly. Japanese pressings offer a middle ground with exceptional condition. Here's an honest breakdown of sound quality, value and what's actually worth your money when buying Blue Note records in Australia in 2025.
Top 10 Rare and Obscure Jazz Albums on Vinyl
Ten albums consistently celebrated by collectors as some of the most elusive, intriguing, and valuable jazz LPs ever pressed.
Top 10 Rare and Obscure Jazz Albums on Vinyl
Ten albums consistently celebrated by collectors as some of the most elusive, intriguing, and valuable jazz LPs ever pressed.
How to Identify Vintage Jazz Vinyl Pressings
Learn how to identify genuine vintage jazz vinyl. Discover label, matrix and sleeve details that help Australian collectors find authentic pressings.
How to Identify Vintage Jazz Vinyl Pressings
Learn how to identify genuine vintage jazz vinyl. Discover label, matrix and sleeve details that help Australian collectors find authentic pressings.