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Jazz for someone who doesn't like jazz.

I've toyed with the idea of looking into jazz. Not sure why. Not sure what I'm looking for. Maybe just something to sound good on my system. I realize jazz is a broad category but much of what I hear I have not been attracted to. Don't ask me what I've heard.
What I'd like is a recommendation of two or three albums to start with. (I know that's insane)

And since I've given next to nothing to go on I'll point out a few things that I do like that might help narrow it down some maybe.

Jazz-like stuff I do like: Steely Dan. Almost all of their stuff. Van Morrison's jazz influenced stuff like Astral Weeks.
I like blues. Delta and hill country hard core blues.

I like a wide variety of rock from heavy metal, to prog rock to classic R&B.
Does any of that help? I know this is a crazy request but if I could get some recommendations I'll at least have somewhere to start. Not looking for specific recordings yet. Just content. When I find what I like I'll research the best recordings.
Thanks for any possible advice.
George




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elliottbnewcombjr
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Well, covid 19 precautions are in place, and older, they have to be careful. Perhaps you can call/talk to them now, hook up later.

Eventually, I think you should have that mighty fine couple over for dinner, ask for some recommendations, let them see/hear your system, let him see you handle/play, lift tonearm, .. IOW, they know you know how to carefully handle LP's, because, eventually he might offer to bring some of his lp's over to play on your system, or eventually borrow/lend with you.

I always want to know not only handling skills, but the cartridge/stylus shape/alignment skills before I loan my lp's to my audiophile friends. Not bore with technical discussion, just assure awareness/skills of the methods to get the best out of lps.
elliottbnewcombjr
5,111 posts
 
local audiophile group/club? ... perhaps they are having some virtual meetings.
fundsgon
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Ellis Marsalis Trio Blue note 7 96107 2

for prog rock jazz, try Grace for Drowning by Steven Wilson😬
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oregonpapa
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Trombone Shorty ... eat your heart out:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RT5FrYz7RtI
kren0006
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If you only listen to one jazz tune, and you wish to be converted, make it "Mister Magic," by Grover Washington Jr. It’s about 9 minutes long.

It is possibly my overall favorite track, definitely favorite instrumental. Listen to the studio album version, not live versions (though those are good as well).

The way it builds, and then eases off, and builds again, the crescendos, the dynamics -- I just love it.

Kick back with your favorite beverage - sooo soothing.
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