Various - The Jazz Scene No 1

Review by ntando jcnite

Alright, let’s dive into The Jazz Scene No. 1, a record that feels like it was stitched together in some smoky London basement by Norman Granz and his crew of jazz madmen. This ain’t your polished, overproduced modern jazz nonsense—it’s raw, unfiltered, and dripping with attitude. Released under Columbia in the UK, this album is basically Norman Granz flexing his producer muscles while keeping things real. And yeah, he wrote the liner notes too because why not? Dude clearly didn’t trust anyone else to get the vibe right. First off, let’s talk about “Repetition.” Man, this track hits you like a punch to the gut. It's got that relentless groove that just doesn’t quit, hammering away at your brain until you’re either loving it or ready to throw the needle off the record. The way the horns lock in with the rhythm section? Pure chaos—but the good kind. You know when something’s so messy it becomes hypnotic? That’s “Repetition” for you. I couldn’t shake it if I tried. It’s one of those tracks where you think, "Is this genius or just someone losing their damn mind?" Either way, it sticks. Then there’s “Tanga,” which is honestly wild as hell. If “Repetition” is a headbutt, “Tanga” is more like a sneaky uppercut. It starts off all mellow and cool, lulling you into a false sense of security before BAM—it flips into this Afro-Cuban explosion that makes you wanna grab the nearest object and use it as a drumstick. Seriously, try listening to this without tapping on something. Impossible. The percussion work here is nuts, and the brass cuts through like a knife. It’s chaotic but somehow still smooth, like a street fight choreographed by Fred Astaire. Now, don’t get me wrong—this album ain’t perfect. Some of the other tracks (“I Want To Be Happy”? Really?) feel kinda forgettable compared to these two bangers. But that’s part of its charm. It’s uneven, unpredictable, and rough around the edges, like a jazz musician who shows up late to the gig but still blows everyone away once they start playing. Here’s the kicker though: despite all the talent crammed onto this thing, it almost feels like Granz threw it together just to prove he could. Like, did we really need another version of “Sophisticated Lady”? Probably not. But hey, maybe that’s what makes The Jazz Scene No. 1 so fascinating—it’s less an album and more a snapshot of a bunch of musicians messing around in the studio, captured forever on wax. So yeah, if you’re looking for jazz that challenges you, pisses you off a little, and then rewards you with moments of pure brilliance, give this one a spin. Just don’t blame me if “Tanga” gets stuck in your head for days. Oh, and Norman Granz? Dude deserves props for making an album that’s as flawed and human as the genre itself. Now go listen to it already—you’ll thank me later. Or hate me. Either way, mission accomplished.

Artist: Various
Album: The Jazz Scene No 1

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Tracks

Track	Duration	Preview
I Want To Be Happy
Repetition
Sophisticated Lady
Tanga
Frustration
Introspection

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33C 9007

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Columbia

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Vinyl
10"
Album
33 ⅓ RPM

Companies

Role	Company
Distributed By	Columbia Graphophone Company Ltd.

Credits

Role	Credit
Producer	Norman Granz
Supervised By	Norman Granz
Liner Notes	Norman Granz

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Original UK pressing.
Vol.1 and 2 were sold seperately.

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Matrix / Runout (a side runout): JS - 1A - 2N
Matrix / Runout (b side runout): JS - 1B - 1N
Matrix / Runout (Runout Side 1): JS - 1A - 2N
Matrix / Runout: JS - 1B - 1N

Interesting fact about Album

Here’s a fun fact: *The Jazz Scene No. 1* is a piece of jazz history with a personal touch. Every track on the album was carefully produced and supervised by Norman Granz, a legendary figure in the jazz world. What makes it even cooler? The liner notes are also written by him! It’s like having one person guide you through the entire experience. Tracks like "Sophisticated Lady" and "Tanga" showcase the creativity of the era, making this UK release a true gem for jazz lovers.