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Playboy Magazine's Iconic Alcohol Advertising in the 1980s

Playboy Magazine, a hallmark of 20th-century popular culture, was known for many things - its groundbreaking interviews, in-depth articles, and iconic centerfolds. But, often overlooked, was its strategic and stylish portrayal of alcohol advertising, particularly during the exuberant decade of the 1980s.

Playboy Magazine's Iconic
Alcohol Advertising in the 1980s

John Coltrane - Ole (1962) Remastered 2000

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John Coltrane - Ole (1962) Remastered 2000

John Coltrane - Olé (1962) Remastered 2000
EAC | FLAC | Image (Cue&Log) ~ 307 Mb | Mp3 (CBR320) ~ 116 Mb | Scans included
Avant-Garde Jazz, Hard Bop, Modal Jazz | Label: Atlantic | # 81227 3699-2 | 00:45:57

The complicated rhythm patterns and diverse sonic textures on Olé Coltrane are evidence that John Coltrane was once again charting his own course. His sheer ability as a maverick – beyond his appreciable musical skills – guides works such as this to new levels, ultimately advancing the entire art form. Historically, it's worth noting that recording had already commenced two days prior to this session on Africa/Brass, Coltrane's debut for the burgeoning Impulse! label. The two sets complement each other, suggesting a shift in the larger scheme of Coltrane's musical motifs. The assembled musicians worked within a basic quartet setting, featuring Coltrane on soprano and tenor sax, McCoy Tyner on piano, and Elvin Jones on drums, with double-bass chores held down by Art Davis and Reggie Workman. Added to that are significant contributions and interactions with trumpeter Freddie Hubbard and Eric Dolphy on flute and alto sax (although Dolphy's contract with another record label prevented him from being properly credited on initial pressings of the album). The title track is striking in its resemblance to the Spanish influence heard on Miles Davis' Sketches of Spain.

McCoy Tyner Big Band - Uptown / Downtown (1989)

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McCoy Tyner Big Band - Uptown / Downtown (1989)

McCoy Tyner Big Band - Uptown/Downtown (1989)
EAC | FLAC | Tracks (Cue&Log) ~ 279 Mb | Mp3 (CBR320) ~ 120 Mb | Scans included
Label: Milestone/Fantasy/Universal | # 00025218916721 | Time: 00:48:28
Post-Bop, Big Band, Piano Jazz

The debut recording from McCoy Tyner's big band features the pianist's all-star 15-piece unit romping through five of his originals (including "Blues for Basie") plus Steve Turre's "Lotus Flower." With such fine soloists as tenors Junior Cook and Ricky Ford, trumpeter Kamau Adilifu, trombonist Turre, and the leader, the ensemble (which includes John Clark's French horn and the tuba of Howard Johnson) had quickly gained its own sound and the results are quite memorable and frequently exciting. Recommended.

McCoy Tyner & Freddie Hubbard Quartet - Live at Fabrik Hamburg 1986 (2022)

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McCoy Tyner & Freddie Hubbard Quartet - Live at Fabrik Hamburg 1986 (2022)

McCoy Tyner & Freddie Hubbard Quartet - Live at Fabrik Hamburg 1986 (2022)
EAC Rip | FLAC (tracks+log+.cue) - 792 Mb | MP3 CBR 320 kbps - 292 Mb | 02:07:10
Jazz, Post-Bop | Label: Jazzline

In the Altonaer Fabrik in 1986, the master trumpeter Freddie Hubbard was a guest in the trio of one of the most important pianists of contemporary jazz: McCoy Tyner, whose extremely powerful attack always added percussive power of the most energetic kind to his virtuoso playing. McCoy Tyner died in March 2020, the recording from 1986 (he was 58 years old at the time) show him at the height of the unmistakable jazz expression that defined him. His piano and the enormous radiance of the Hubbard trumpet (born in the same year as Tyner in 1938, but died in 2008) are the outstanding protagonists. But the recording also features bassist Avery Sharpe, born in 1954 and with excellent acoustic and electrical credentials, as well as Louis Hayes, still today the most indestructible of all modern drummers at well over 80 years of age. Together they refine the nine titles of this two-hour concert on this truly remarkable evening of music!

McCoy Tyner - The Greeting (1978) [Reissue 2002]

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McCoy Tyner - The Greeting (1978) [Reissue 2002]

McCoy Tyner - The Greeting (1978) [Reissue 2002]
EAC Rip | FLAC (tracks+.cue+log) - 292 MB | MP3 CBR 320 kbps (LAME 3.93) - 101 MB | Covers - 5 MB
Genre: Jazz, Post-Bop | RAR 3% Rec. | Label: OJC/Milestone Records (00025218708029)

One of the better McCoy Tyner records on Milestone, this live set from San Francisco features the masterful pianist playing solo on "Naima" and leading a strong sextet (with George Adams on tenor, flute, and soprano; Joe Ford on alto and flute; bassist Charles Fambrough; drummer Woody "Sonship" Theus; and percussionist Guilherme Franco) on four of his originals. There are remakes (quite different from the originals) of "Fly with the Wind" and "The Greeting" and two newer pieces, including the atmospheric "Hand in Hand." An excellent example of McCoy Tyner's playing in the 1970s.

McCoy Tyner - The Impulse Albums Collection (2019)

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McCoy Tyner - The Impulse Albums Collection (2019)

McCoy Tyner - The Impulse Albums Collection (2019)
EAC Rip | FLAC (tracks+log+.cue) - 1,42 Gb | MP3 CBR 320 kbps - 666 Mb | 04:50:41
Jazz, Post-Bop | Label: Enlightenment

Born in Philadelphia on 11th December 1938, as a youth McCoy Tyner was encouraged to study piano by his mother and began lessons at age 13. Within two years music had become the focal point in his life and Tyner was playing on his neighbor's instrument, but his family soon invested in one of his own for the budding musician, following which he began hosting jam sessions at home. Among his friends were a number of other young musicians who would go on to make their mark in the field of jazz, including Lee Morgan, Archie Shepp, Bobby Timmons, Reggie Workman, and most notably, fellow pianist Bud Powell and his brother Richie. McCoy later said, Bud and Richie Powell moved into my neighborhood. Bud was a major influence on me during my early teens. He was very dynamic. Tyner later attended the West Philadelphia Music School and the Granoff School Of Music.

McCoy Tyner - La Leyenda De La Hora (The Legend Of The Hour) (1981) [Reissue 1998]

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McCoy Tyner - La Leyenda De La Hora (The Legend Of The Hour) (1981) [Reissue 1998]

McCoy Tyner - La Leyenda De La Hora (The Legend Of The Hour) (1981) [Reissue 1998]
EAC Rip | FLAC (image+.cue+log) - 208 MB | MP3 CBR 320 kbps (LAME 3.93) - 84 MB | Covers - 6 MB
Genre: Jazz, Post-Bop | RAR 3% Rec. | Label: Koch Jazz (KOC-CD-7866)

There are no weak McCoy Tyner albums and this relative obscurity is better than average. The great pianist is heard with an all-star nonet that includes Hubert Laws on flute, vibraphonist Bobby Hutcherson, altoist Paquito d'Rivera, Chico Freeman on tenor, and trumpeter Marcus Belgrave, plus a seven-piece string section. The music (five Tyner originals) is highly rhythmic and generally quite stimulating. A strong effort.

McCoy Tyner Trio - Inception (1962) [Reissue 1997]

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McCoy Tyner Trio - Inception (1962) [Reissue 1997]

McCoy Tyner - Inception (1962) [Reissue 1997]
EAC Rip | FLAC (tracks+.cue+log) - 207 MB | MP3 CBR 320 kbps (LAME 3.93) - 79 MB | Covers - 6 MB
Genre: Jazz, Post-Bop | RAR 3% Rec. | Label: Impulse!/MCA Records (IMP 12202)

Those familiar with the dense, percussive style that pianist McCoy Tyner has cultivated since the 1970s onwards may be surprised by what they hear on Inception. Like Reaching Fourth and Nights of Ballads and Blues, this album gives listeners the chance to hear what a very young Tyner sounded like outside the confines of the classic John Coltrane quartet of the early '60s; it reveals a lyrical approach to jazz piano that seems a far cry from Tyner's mature style. The choice of material is fairly evenly split between modal pieces like "Inception" and more harmonically involved tunes like "Speak Low," and the pianist's treatment of both demonstrates the extent to which his early work was rooted in bebop…

Stephane Grappelli & McCoy Tyner - One On One (1990) (Re-up)

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Stephane Grappelli & McCoy Tyner - One On One (1990) (Re-up)

Stephane Grappelli & McCoy Tyner - One On One (1990)
EAC Rip | FLAC (tracks+.cue+log) - 178 MB | Covers - 6 MB
Genre: Jazz, Post-Bop | RAR 3% Rec. | Label: Milestone Records (00025218918121)

Violinist Stephane Grappelli, although a veteran of the swing era, has always kept an open mind toward newer styles even while he has retained his own sound and veteran repertoire. This duet set with pianist McCoy Tyner might seem unlikely at first glance but it works quite well. The duo sticks to standards (including two that are associated with John Coltrane) and find plenty of common ground. The mutual respect they have for each other is obvious and they both sound a bit inspired.

McCoy Tyner - New York Reunion (1991) {Chesky} **[RE-UP]**

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McCoy Tyner - New York Reunion (1991) {Chesky} **[RE-UP]**

McCoy Tyner - New York Reunion (1991) {Chesky}
EAC Rip | FLAC with CUE and log | scans | 436 mb
MP3 CBR 320kbps | RAR | 192 mb
Genre: jazz

New York Reunion is a 1991 album by jazz pianist McCoy Tyner. He is joined by Ron Carter (bass), Joe Henderson (tenor sax), and Al Foster (drums). It was recorded in New York City on 3-4 April, 1991. This was released by Chesky.

McCoy Tyner - Today And Tomorrow (1964) [Reissue 2009] (Re-up)

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McCoy Tyner - Today And Tomorrow (1964) [Reissue 2009] (Re-up)

McCoy Tyner - Today And Tomorrow (1964) [Reissue 2009]
EAC Rip | FLAC (tracks+.cue+log) - 250 MB | MP3 CBR 320 kbps (LAME 3.93) - 91 MB | Covers - 7 MB
Genre: Jazz, Post-Bop | RAR 3% Rec. | Label: Verve (0602527068886)

McCoy Tyner's fourth studio album has a split personality, with three tracks featuring an intriguing sextet of all-stars, and the rest with his trusty trio, done eight months apart. Perhaps the tracks with bassist Jimmy Garrison and drummer Albert Heath were leftovers from a prior incomplete or aborted full session, but anything Tyner played in this period was precious. The larger ensemble recordings present trumpeter Thad Jones as ostensible co-leader, composer of one selection, and lead soloist. Tenor saxophonist John Gilmore and alto saxophonist Frank Strozier join forces with Thad Jones to make what some might deem an unlikely front-line triad, but effective enough considering their established individualism…

McCoy Tyner - Quartets 4x4 (1980) [Reissue 1993]

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McCoy Tyner - Quartets 4x4 (1980) [Reissue 1993]

McCoy Tyner - Quartets 4x4 (1980) [Reissue 1993]
EAC Rip | FLAC (tracks+.cue+log) - 466 MB | Covers - 23 MB
Genre: Jazz, Post-Bop | RAR 3% Rec. | Label: Milestone/Fanfasy (MCD-55007-2)

This set matches the McCoy Tyner Trio (which includes bassist Cecil McBee and drummer Al Foster) with four different guests. Altoist Arthur Blythe and vibraphonist Bobby Hutcherson fare best but both trumpeter Freddie Hubbard and guitarist John Abercrombie also have their strong moments. In addition to four Tyner compositions, there is one song apiece from McBee, Abercrombie, and Hutcherson in addition to four jazz standards. This collection is a fine all-around showcase for the brilliant pianist even if no new ground is broken.

McCoy Tyner - The Real McCoy (1967) {1987 Blue Note/Manhattan/Capitol} **[RE-UP]**

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McCoy Tyner - The Real McCoy (1967) {1987 Blue Note/Manhattan/Capitol} **[RE-UP]**

McCoy Tyner - The Real McCoy (1967) {1987 Blue Note/Manhattan/Capitol}
EAC Rip | FLAC with CUE and log | scans | 220 mb
MP3 CBR 320kbps | RAR | 90 mb
Genre: jazz

The Real McCoy is the 1967 album by American jazz pianist McCoy Tyner. Originally released by Blue Note, this was released on CD in 1987 on Capitol Records through the Manhattan subsidiary, remastered by Ron McMaster.

McCoy Tyner, Sonny Rollins, Ron Carter - Milestone Jazz Stars In Concert (1978) [Reissue 1989]

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McCoy Tyner, Sonny Rollins, Ron Carter - Milestone Jazz Stars In Concert (1978) [Reissue 1989]

McCoy Tyner, Sonny Rollins, Ron Carter - Milestone Jazz Stars In Concert (1978) [Reissue 1989]
EAC Rip | FLAC (tracks+.cue+log) - 398 MB | Covers (13 MB) included
Genre: Jazz | RAR 3% Rec. | Label: Milestone Records (MCD-55006-2)

In 1978 a tour was set up that would feature three of the top jazz stars of Milestone Records (tenor saxophonist Sonny Rollins, pianist McCoy Tyner, and bassist Ron Carter) in a quartet with drummer Al Foster. The resulting recording has many strong moments, including Rollins' unaccompanied solo on "Continuum," his duet with Tyner on "In a Sentimental Mood," Tyner's showcases on "A Little Pianissimo" and "Alone Together" (the latter a duet with Carter), and the bassist's lengthy reworking of "Willow Weep for Me." The quartet pieces generally work well too, with these compatible but very individual stylists blending together much better than one might expect.

McCoy Tyner - Giant Steps: Live In Warsaw (1993)

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McCoy Tyner - Giant Steps: Live In Warsaw (1993)

McCoy Tyner - Giant Steps: Live In Warsaw (1993)
EAC Rip | FLAC (image+.cue+log) - 229 MB | MP3 CBR 320 kbps (LAME 3.93) - 144 MB | Covers included
Genre: Piano Jazz | RAR 3% Rec. | Label: Point Productions ‎(2621542)

This hour-long concert album offers a chance to hear McCoy Tyner in a rare solo performance. His playing is fast and daring, as the ideas tumble one after another in his improvisations, whether he is addressing an original like "Suddenly," an old favorite written by his old boss John Coltrane, "Giant Steps," or a ballad standard like "Darn That Dream." A virtual retrospective on a long career by a still-vital artist, Live in Warsaw offers the listener an opportunity to hear Tyner's mature reflections on the music of his past and present in an unfettered context.

McCoy Tyner - Song Of The New World (1973) [Reissue 1991]

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McCoy Tyner - Song Of The New World (1973) [Reissue 1991]

McCoy Tyner - Song Of The New World (1973) [Reissue 1991]
EAC Rip | FLAC (tracks+.cue+log) - 262 MB | Covers (4 MB) included
Genre: Jazz, Piano Jazz | RAR 3% Rec. | Label: Milestone Records (00025218661829)

This set gave pianist McCoy Tyner his first opportunity to write music for a larger group that included brass, flutes, and - on two of the five songs - a string section. The powerful pianist is in fine form and the main soloist throughout (although there are spots for trumpeter Virgil Jones and the flute of Sonny Fortune). Most memorable is the title cut and a reworking of "Afro Blue."