CHICO HAMILTON Introducing LARRY CORYELL — The Dealer (1967) Two Version (1990, MCA Records – MCAD-39137) + (1999, RM | Serie Impulse! Master Sessions) FLAC (tracks+.cue), lossless

Drummer Chico Hamilton introduced many top young players during his years as a bandleader, but few probably realize that Larry Coryell made his recording debut with Chico a year before joining Gary Burton's quartet. The Dealer marks Coryell's initial appearance on record, and at times he sounded oddly like Chuck Berry (especially on "The Dealer"). Also heard on this set are altoist Arnie Lawrence, bassist Richard Davis, organist Ernie Hayes (on two numbers), and, on his spirited boogaloo "For Mods Only," Archie Shepp making a rare appearance on piano. Most of the performances still sound surprisingly fresh, especially the explorative "A Trip," making this an underrated but worthy release. Scott Yanow
Tracklist :
1. The Dealer 6:20
 Jimmy Cheatham / Chico Hamilton
2. For Mods Only 4:24
 Archie Shepp
3. A Trip 6:35
 Jimmy Cheatham / Chico Hamilton
4. Baby, You Know 3:55
 Jimmy Cheatham / Chico Hamilton
5. Larry Of Arabia 5:08
 Larry Coryell
6. Thoughts 6:28
 Chico Hamilton
7. Jim-Jeannie 5:45
 Chico Hamilton
– CD-BONUS TRACK –
8    Chic Chic Chico 2:49
 Manny Albam
9    Big Noise From Winnetka 2:49
 Bob Crosby, Bob Haggart, Gil Rodin, Ray Bauduc
10    The Second Time Around 3:12
Written-By – Jimmy Van Heusen, Sammy Cahn
11    El Toro    3:12
Credits :
Alto Saxophone – Arnie Lawrence (tracks: 1 to 4, 6, 7)
Arranged By – Jimmy Cheatham (tracks: 1, 4)
Bass – Albert Stinson (tracks: 8, 10, 11), Richard Davis (tracks: 1 to 7)
Cowbell – Willie Bobo (tracks: 9)
Drums, Percussion – Chico Hamilton
Flute – Charles Lloyd (tracks: 8, 11)
Guitar – Gabor Szabo (tracks: 8, 10, 11), Larry Coryell (tracks: 1 to 7)
Maracas – Willie Bobo (tracks: 8)
Organ – Ernie Hayes (tracks: 4, 5)
Percussion – George Bohanon (tracks: 11)
Percussion, Tambourine – Unknown Artist (tracks: 7)
Piano – Archie Shepp (tracks: 2)
Tenor Saxophone – Charles Lloyd (tracks: 10), Jimmy Woods (tracks: 8)
Trombone – George Bohanon (tracks: 10)
Vocals – Albert Stinson (tracks: 8), Chico Hamilton (tracks: 6)

CHICO HAMILTON — Peregrinations (1975-2013) RM | Serie BNLA 999 | FLAC (tracks+.cue), lossless

This unusual LP, the first of three featuring altoist Arthur Blythe with drummer Chico Hamilton's mid-'70s group, has an uncomfortable mixture of advanced jazz and commercial elements. Hamilton is joined by a large rhythm section that includes Steve Turre (on electric bass) and guitarists Barry Finnerty and Joe Beck, along with Blythe, Arnie Lawrence on soprano, the keyboards of Jerry Peters, and several vocalists. The overall effect is a bit weird, dated but with some colorful moments. Definitely a mixed bag. Scott Yanow
Tracklist  :
1 V-O 3:58
Soloist, Alto Saxophone – Arthur Blythe
Soloist, Guitar – Barry Finnerty
Written-By – Steve Turre
2 The Morning Side Of Love 5:18
Soloist, Guitar [1st Guitar] – Barry Finnerty
Soloist, Guitar [2nd Guitar] – Joe Beck
Written-By – Chico Hamilton
3 Abdullah And Abraham 4:16
Soloist, Sopranino Saxophone – Arnie Lawrence
Written-By – Arnie Lawrence
4 Andy's Walk 4:15
Written-By – Chico Hamilton
5 Peregrinations 3:16
Soloist, Guitar – Joe Beck
Written-By – Chico Hamilton
6 Sweet Dreams 5:53
Soloist, Alto Saxophone – Arthur Blythe
Soloist, Guitar – Barry Finnerty
Written-By – Chico Hamilton
7 Little Lisa 2:49
Written-By – Steve Turre
8 Space For Stacy 3:06
Written-By – Chico Hamilton
9 On And Off  2:56
Written-By – Chico Hamilton
10 It's About That Time 0:57
Written-By – Chico Hamilton
Credits :
Arranged By [Rhythm Arrangements] – Chico Hamilton
Arranged By [Swetening Arrangements] – Keg Johnson
Arranged By [Vocal Arrangements] – Julia Tillman, Keg Johnson, Luther Waters, Maxine Willard, Oren Waters
Art Direction, Design – Bob Cato
Bass – Steve Turre
Congas [Congos], Bongos, Percussion – Abdullah
Drums, Percussion – Chico Hamilton
Effects [Other Special Effects By] – Jerrell Ballard, Keg Johnson
Guitar – Barry Finnerty, Joe Beck
Horns – Arnie Lawrence, Arthur Blythe, Steve Turre
Keyboards – Jerry Peters
Programmed By [Synthesizer Programming] – Charlotte Politte
Vocals – Julia Tillman, Luther Waters, Maxine Willard, Oren Waters