{"title":"Eric Dolphy","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"169\" data-end=\"761\"\u003eEric Dolphy was a groundbreaking multi-instrumentalist whose adventurous spirit expanded the boundaries of modern jazz. Master of alto saxophone, bass clarinet and flute, Dolphy brought an unmistakable voice to every ensemble he joined — from Charles Mingus and John Coltrane to his own fearless recordings. Albums like \u003cem data-start=\"489\" data-end=\"504\"\u003eOut to Lunch!\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem data-start=\"509\" data-end=\"524\"\u003eOutward Bound\u003c\/em\u003e remain touchstones of avant-garde jazz, combining freedom with structure and deep emotional resonance. Explore our curated selection of Eric Dolphy vinyl — rare pressings, classic reissues and essential albums that capture his genius.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"eric-dolphy-out-to-lunch","title":"Eric Dolphy - Out To Lunch! (2021 Blue Note Reissue LP Vinyl)","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"519\" data-start=\"180\"\u003eReleased in 1964 on Blue Note, \u003cem data-end=\"226\" data-start=\"211\"\u003eOut to Lunch!\u003c\/em\u003e is the definitive statement from avant-garde innovator \u003cstrong data-end=\"297\" data-start=\"282\"\u003eEric Dolphy\u003c\/strong\u003e. Featuring \u003cstrong data-end=\"328\" data-start=\"309\"\u003eFreddie Hubbard\u003c\/strong\u003e (trumpet), \u003cstrong data-end=\"360\" data-start=\"340\"\u003eBobby Hutcherson\u003c\/strong\u003e (vibraphone), \u003cstrong data-end=\"392\" data-start=\"375\"\u003eRichard Davis\u003c\/strong\u003e (bass), and \u003cstrong data-end=\"422\" data-start=\"405\"\u003eTony Williams\u003c\/strong\u003e (drums — at just 18 years old), the album balances free-form exploration with swinging energy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"848\" data-start=\"521\"\u003eDolphy’s compositions are daring yet accessible: the playful chaos of \u003cem data-end=\"606\" data-start=\"591\"\u003eHat and Beard\u003c\/em\u003e (a nod to Thelonious Monk), the off-kilter grooves of \u003cem data-end=\"696\" data-start=\"661\"\u003eSomething Sweet, Something Tender\u003c\/em\u003e, and the angular drive of the title track. Hutcherson’s vibes and Williams’s restless drumming create a soundscape that still feels fresh and modern.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"848\" data-start=\"521\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eA true landmark in avant-garde jazz, \u003cem data-end=\"1040\" data-start=\"1025\"\u003eOut to Lunch!\u003c\/em\u003e is both adventurous and essential — the record that cemented Dolphy’s genius. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Blue Note","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42461513089083,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0630\/3203\/3339\/files\/2unilp87502__87259.jpg?v=1757899336"},{"product_id":"eric-dolphy-last-date","title":"Eric Dolphy – Last Date (1982 Limelight Japan Reissue LP Vinyl)","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eVinyl\u003c\/b\u003e: EX\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSleeve\u003c\/b\u003e: EX\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eObi:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eNone\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur grading system explained \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/dpbg4u-d1.myshopify.com\/pages\/secondhand-grading-guide\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ehere\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePhoto is of the actual item.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"170\" data-end=\"478\"\u003eRecorded live in Hilversum, Netherlands on June 2, 1964, \u003cem data-start=\"227\" data-end=\"238\"\u003eLast Date\u003c\/em\u003e is a historic document of \u003cstrong data-start=\"265\" data-end=\"282\"\u003eEric Dolphy’s\u003c\/strong\u003e final recorded performance before his untimely passing later that month. Originally released in 1964 on Fontana, the album captures Dolphy at the height of his creativity — daring, expressive, and uncompromising.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"480\" data-end=\"826\"\u003eJoined by pianist \u003cstrong data-start=\"498\" data-end=\"518\"\u003eMisja Mengelberg\u003c\/strong\u003e, bassist \u003cstrong data-start=\"528\" data-end=\"543\"\u003eHan Bennink\u003c\/strong\u003e, and drummer \u003cstrong data-start=\"557\" data-end=\"575\"\u003eJacques Schols\u003c\/strong\u003e, Dolphy moves fluidly between alto saxophone, bass clarinet, and flute. The quartet’s interplay is adventurous yet lyrical, balancing avant-garde freedom with deep melodic sensitivity. The result is music that feels urgent, beautiful, and timeless.\u003cstrong data-start=\"828\" data-end=\"849\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"963\" data-end=\"1118\"\u003eA poignant and powerful farewell, \u003cem data-start=\"997\" data-end=\"1008\"\u003eLast Date\u003c\/em\u003e stands as one of Dolphy’s essential recordings — a must-have for collectors of avant-garde and modern jazz.\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Limelight","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42473263300667,"sku":null,"price":40.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0630\/3203\/3339\/files\/IMG_4107.jpg?v=1758330748"}],"url":"https:\/\/lushliferecords.com.au\/collections\/eric-dolphy.oembed","provider":"Lush Life Records","version":"1.0","type":"link"}