Craft Recordingsis proud to unveil the next installment in its acclaimedSmall Batchseriesa meticulously crafted reissue ofBill Evans Triosfinal studio LP,Explorations. This albummarks the series seventh installment, which has previously spotlighted jazz luminaries such asJohn Coltrane,Miles DavisandThelonious Monk. Strictly limited to2,500 pressings worldwide.

As with all titles in the series, Explorations features lacquers cut from the original tapes (AAA) by Bernie Grundman and is pressed on 180-gram vinyl at RTI using Neotechs VR900-D2 super vinyl compound. Using a one-step lacquer process (as opposed to the standard three-step process), thisexacting technique allows for the utmost level of musical detail, clarity and dynamics while reducing the amount of surface noise on the record to ensure that each pressing is a true representation of the original lacquer and isas close as the listener can get to the original recording. Completing theExplorationspackage arenewliner notes bySyd Schwartz,a longtime writer, music marketing executive and author of the popular Jazz and Coffee Substack.Each pressing is presented in afoil-stamped, linen-wrapped individually numbered slipcase. The vinyl discextractable through a unique, frictionless ribbon pull tabis housed in a reproduction of the albums original tip-on jacket fromRiverside Recordsand protected by anarchival-quality inner sleeve.

Explorations captures the pioneering spirit of jazz interplay asEvans, bassist Scott LaFaro, and drummer Paul Motianbreathe new life into jazz standards and modern compositions. Recorded in 1961, the album showcases the trios conversational approach, dissolving traditional roles to create an “elegant, democratic exchange of ideas.” Highlights include the modal journey of “Israel,” the haunting “Nardis,” and an intricate take on “Beautiful Love.” Praised for its innovation and cohesion, Explorations remains a milestone in jazz trio artistry. via Label

Label: Riverside Records, Craft Recordings
Format: Vinyl, LP, Album, Reissue, Stereo, 180g
Box Set, Limited Edition, Numbered
Reissued: 2024 / Original Release: 1961
Genre: Jazz
Style: Modal, Post Bop

File under: Audiophile Jazz