Artist: Arthur Blythe
Genre: Jazz
Arthur Blythe was an American jazz saxophonist born in 1940, known for his distinctive, vocalized tone on alto saxophone and his work bridging avant-garde jazz with more traditional forms. Blythe emerged in the 1970s as part of the loft jazz scene in New York, creating music that combined free jazz experimentation with blues, R&B, and traditional jazz elements. His albums 'Lenox Avenue Breakdown' and 'In the Tradition' showcased his ability to honor jazz history while exploring new territories. Blythe's playing was characterized by a warm, vocal-like tone and his ability to make even experimental music accessible and emotionally engaging. He worked with numerous jazz legends and led various groups throughout his career. Blythe passed away in 2017, leaving behind a legacy as a saxophonist who successfully balanced innovation and tradition, creating distinctive music that appealed to both avant-garde and mainstream jazz audiences.
Arthur Blythe vinyl records
5 Arthur Blythe new and used vinyl albums and singles UK sellers
ARTHUR BLYTHE Lenox Avenue Breakdown (1979 UK 4-track LP also featuring James Newton on Flute James Blood Ulmer on Guitar Bob Stewart on Tuba Cecil McBee on Bass Jack DeJohnette on Drums & Guillermo Franco on Percussion. The picture sleeve shows light wear & the vinyl still looks barely played) Track Listing: Down San Diego Way Lenox Avenue Breakdown Slidin Through Odessa
£23.00 used
ARTHUR BLYTHE Blythe Spirit (1981 Dutch 7-track LP picture sleeve & illustrated credits inner. The sleeve shows only a little minor ring wear & the vinyl still looks barely touched or played CBS85194) Track Listing: Contemplation Faceless Woman Reverance Strike Up The Band Misty Spirits In The Field Just A Closer Walk With Thee
£12.00 used
ARTHUR BLYTHE Elaborations (1982 Japanese 6-track promo sample vinyl LP this copy has the Japanese characters for promo not for sale on the label and would have been sent to reviewers and radio stations prior to the release date picture sleeve with Japanese biography insert and obi strip. The sleeve shows a little light foxing and the vinyl is in near mint condition 25AP2397)
£23.00 used
ARTHUR BLYTHE Put Sunshine In It (1985 Dutch 6-track LP also starring the likes of Alphonso Johnson or Stanley Clarke Leon Ndugu Chancelor & Paulinho Da Costa in the rhythm section. The picture sleeve & vinyl appear near mint) Track Listing: Tumalumah 5:50 Put Sunshine In It 7:00 Uptown Strut 6:36 Silhouette 6:13 #5 6:27 Sentimental Walk (Theme From Diva) 6:00
£9.00 used
ARTHUR BLYTHE Da-Da (1986 US 6-track LP also starring the likes of Bob Stewart John Hicks & Cecil McBee. The picture sleeve is still in open shrink & the vinyl appears barely ever played) Track Listing: Odessa Splain Thang Esquinas (Corners) Crescent Break Tune After Paris
£9.00 used