Description
Released in partnership with the Nat King Cole estate, Resonance Records' 'Hittin' The Ramp: The Early Years (1936 - 1943)' is a must - have collection. It's the first large - scale compilation of Nat's crucial early recordings from his 29 - year career. Most tracks get their first official release in this carefully restored set of original live - to - disk recordings. This definitive 7CD and limited - edition 10LP collection features a wide array of sources, including newly - discovered tracks unearthed from archives worldwide. For example, 'Trompin' (1939 jukebox - only release), 'What’cha Know Joe' (the earliest known on - air recording of Nat in 1940), 'The Romany Room is Jumpin’' (1941 private recording), and 'Beautiful Moons Ago' (longer alternate take in 1943). The sessions showcase Nat at different stages. In 1936, 17 - year - old Nat played piano in his brother's Chicago band. There are the first King Cole Trio recordings from 1938 for radio broadcast, and many other important sessions with different labels and broadcasters. It also includes early jazz sessions with Lester Young and Dexter Gordon under producer Norman Granz. The collection comes with an over 60 - page booklet full of rare photos, essays by well - known author Will Friedwald and guitarist Nick Rossi, and interviews with stars like Johnny Mathis, Tony Bennett, Quincy Jones, and more. With new remastering from original source disks from various archives, this multi - disc box set is perfect for celebrating Nat King Cole's centennial in 2019, offering a glimpse into the origin of a globally famous artist's unique style.
Using this product is easy. Just grab your vinyl player or CD player. For the vinyl, gently place the record on the turntable, set the tonearm, and let the music play. For the CDs, insert them into your CD player. As for handling, always hold the vinyl by the edges to avoid fingerprints on the playing surface. When you're done listening, put the records back in their sleeves and store them upright to prevent warping. For the CDs, place them back in their cases. Keep the entire box set in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight to maintain the quality of the music and the condition of the booklet. Enjoy the timeless music of Nat King Cole!
