Illinois Jacquet - Jazz By Jacquet

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Jazz By Jacquet: A Swinging Trip Down Memory Lane Illinois Jacquet’s Jazz By Jacquet isn’t just an album—it’s a time machine. Released in 1954, this jazz gem straddles the line between Jump Blues and Bop with all the grace of a tipsy saxophonist trying to find his way offstage after one too many encores. It’s got that old-school charm, where every note feels like it was recorded live in some smoky Parisian club or tucked-away New York dive bar. And hey, since it dropped in the US, France, and the UK under labels like Clef Records and Blue Star, you know this thing had legs (and probably a passport). Now let me tell ya about two tracks that stuck in my brain like gum on a hot sidewalk: "Jacquet Jumps" and "Little Jeff." First up, “Jacquet Jumps.” Man, if this track doesn’t make your feet tap, check for a pulse because something's wrong. Illinois Jacquet tears into his tenor sax like he’s late for dinner but can’t stop showing off along the way. Shadow Wilson on drums is keeping things tight, while Russell Jacquet (yeah, they’re brothers—family band vibes!) adds trumpet flourishes so sharp you could cut yourself on 'em. The whole thing grooves harder than your grandpa dancing at a wedding. You don’t listen to this song—you experience it. Then there’s “Little Jeff,” which might as well be called “Big Vibes.” This tune sneaks up on you like a cat eyeing a goldfish bowl. Cecil Payne’s baritone sax rumbles underneath, giving it weight, while Raymond Acea lays down piano chords smoother than butter on a biscuit. There’s a playful energy here, like Illinois decided to take a break from wowing everyone and just have fun for once. Spoiler alert: he still wows everyone anyway. What makes Jazz By Jacquet special isn’t just the music—it’s the people behind it. From Al Lucas holding down the bassline like a champ to Matthew Gee sliding around on trombone like he owns the joint, this crew wasn’t messing around. Oh, and props to Norman Granz for supervising; dude clearly knew how to wrangle talent without making anyone cry (we assume). So why does this album stick? Maybe it’s because it reminds us that jazz isn’t supposed to be perfect—it’s supposed to breathe, stumble, laugh, and swagger. Or maybe it’s because listening to Illinois Jacquet play is like watching someone cook a five-star meal using only three ingredients. Whatever the reason, Jazz By Jacquet proves that good music doesn’t age—it just gets cooler with time. And honestly? If I ever meet someone who doesn’t dig this record, I’ll probably question their life choices. But hey, more copies for me, right?

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Artist: Illinois Jacquet
Album: Jazz By Jacquet
Rating: 5.0

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Tracks

TrackDurationPreview
Jacquet Jumps
Blue Nocturne
R. U. One?
On Your Toes
Heads
Jatap Conga
It's The Talk Of The Town
Little Jeff

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Catalog Numbers

  • SEB10043, SEB 10043
  • MG C-167
  • EP-245, GEP 12.595

Labels

  • Columbia
  • Clef Records
  • Clef Records, Blue Star

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Formats

  • Vinyl
  • 7"
  • 45 RPM
  • EP
  • LP
  • 10"

Companies

RoleCompany
Record CompanyColumbia Graphophone Company Ltd.
Distributed ByColumbia Graphophone Company Ltd.
Manufactured ByColumbia Graphophone Company Ltd.
Published ByJATAP
Printed ByImp. G. Et R. Joly

Credits

RoleCredit
Baritone SaxophoneCecil Payne
BassAl Lucas
DrumsShadow Wilson
Supervised ByNorman Granz
Tenor SaxophoneIllinois Jacquet
TromboneMatthew Gee
TrumpetRussell Jacquet
Written-ByDick Stabile (tracks: B1), Jacquet (tracks: A1, A2, B2)
PianoRaymond Acea

Notes

  • Dated after the mid-1950s.
  • Fully laminated sleeve.
  • First catalogue number on rear of sleeve.
  • Second catalogue number on labels.
  • Made and printed in Great Britain.
  • Distribution for Great Britain: Columbia Graphophone Company Ltd.
  • Distribution for export: E.M.I. International Limited
  • Tracks A1 and A2 published by JATAP.
  • Tracks B1 and B2 published by Robbins, Francis Day, France Melodie, JATAP.
  • Tracks A1 and A2, rights society: NCB.
  • Tracks B1 and B2, rights society: BIEM/NCB.

Barcodes

  • Rights Society: NCB
  • Rights Society: BIEM
  • Matrix / Runout (Label A): SEB 10043 (EP245A)
  • Matrix / Runout (Label B): SEB 10043 (EP245B)
  • Matrix / Runout (Side A, stamped): RTI EP 245 A - IN* R
  • Matrix / Runout (Side B, stamped): R RTI EP 245 B - IN*
  • Matrix / Runout (label side A): 10,748
  • Matrix / Runout (runout stamped side A): MGC-167A
  • Matrix / Runout (label side B): 10,749
  • Matrix / Runout (runout stamped side B): MGC-167B

About Illinois Jacquet

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Illinois Jacquet (born October 31, 1922, Broussard, Louisiana, USA - died July 22, 2004, Queens, New York City, New York, USA) was an American jazz tenor saxophonist, composer and bandleader. He also doubled on bassoon, being one of the few jazz players to master that instrument. At 15, Jacquet began playing with s' Orchestra, & in 1939 Jacquet moved to L.A., California, where he met and would sometimes sit in with his trio. He played with the big bands of (1942), (1943-1944) and (1945-1946). After playing the first "Jazz at the Philharmonic" concert, Jacquet formed his own band (which also included his older brother , a trumpet player) recording excellent albums for various labels.

Real Name

    • Jean-Baptiste Jacquet

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Interesting fact about Album

Did you know? The album *Jazz By Jacquet* by Illinois Jacquet, released in 1954, is a hidden gem that blends Jump Blues and Bop. It features a killer lineup, including Illinois Jacquet on tenor saxophone and his brother Russell Jacquet on trumpet. One standout track, "Jacquet Jumps," lives up to its name—pure energy. Interestingly, the album saw releases in the US, France, and the UK, making it a global jazz sensation at the time. Norman Granz, a legendary figure in jazz, supervised the project. Not bad for an album with such timeless vibes!