For Real! (Contemporary Records Acoustic Sounds Series 2024): Vinyl LP

Hampton Hawes' For Real! was recorded in 1958 but didn't hit the shelves on the Contemporary Records label until 1961. This album features Hawes on piano, Harold Land on tenor sax, Scott LaFaro on bass, and Frank Butler on drums. It's a great mix of jazz standards and original pieces. As part of the Acoustic Sounds Series, this new edition has AAA lacquers cut from the original master tapes by Bernie Grundman. It's pressed on 180 - gram vinyl at QRP and comes in a tip - on jacket. Tracklist: Side A includes Hip, Wrap Your Troubles In Dreams, and Crazeology. Side B features Numbers Game, For Real, and I Love You.

To use this vinyl LP, first make sure your record player is clean and in good working condition. Place the record gently on the turntable, center it, and lower the tonearm carefully onto the record. Enjoy the rich, warm sound of the jazz music. When you're done, lift the tonearm gently and return it to its rest. To keep your vinyl in top shape, always handle it by the edges to avoid fingerprints and scratches. Store it upright in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. If it gets dirty, you can use a record cleaning brush to gently remove dust from the grooves.