Signal! Jazz Laboratory Vol. 2 - Hall Overton - LP - Pre Owned Vinyl (Arrives in 21days)

Hall Overton’s 'Signal! Jazz Laboratory Vol. 2' is a revelatory peek into the restless curiosity fueling New York’s mid-century jazz evolution. Overton, revered as both a pianist and arranger, was instrumental in bridging classical discipline with the improvisational daring of jazz. This album captures him at his most inquisitive and unbound—stripping jazz to its core and then rebuilding it with startling ingenuity. Each track pulses with the energy of a live laboratory, where spontaneous interplay and fresh harmonic ideas are given free rein. The ensemble’s chemistry is palpable; solos are thoughtful, never showy, and the group’s collective explorations invite listeners into the creative process itself. It’s an album that rewards close listening, revealing layers of wit and inventiveness, and its historical significance is impossible to overstate: these sessions prefigure the cross-pollinations that would define jazz’s next era. For collectors and listeners who crave more than mere nostalgia, this record offers a window into a moment when jazz was both art and adventure—unpredictable, challenging, and utterly alive. Track List: A1 - Pennies From Heaven - 7:08 A2 - Yesterday - 7:44 A3 - It's Only A Paper Moon - 5:13 A4 - You’d Be So Nice To Come Home To - 5:27 B1 - Pennies From Heaven - 7:03 B2 - Yesterday - 7:40 B3 - It's Only A Paper Moon - 5:11 B4 - You’d Be So Nice To Come Home To - 5:27