There's a new release for Record Store day on Liberation Hall. Is this really unissued? From the blurb: This never-before-released set captures one of the most influential tenor saxophonists of all time, live at NYC’s iconic jazz venue Birdland. It features eight tracks recorded on four different dates in 1951 and 1952 for ABC Radio’s infamous “Jumpin with Symphony Sid”program. Host Sid Torin introduces several of the tracks, one of which, “Neenah,” includes a shoutout to audience member Billie Holiday who originated the bebop legend's nickname “Prez” (for “President of the Tenor Sax”). The backing bands feature pianists John Lewis, Cyril Haynes, and Earl Knight; percussionists “Papa” Jo Jones and Lee Abrams; bassist Gene Ramey; and trumpeter Jesse Drakes. The album will be pressed on 180-gram vinyl and features rare photos with extensive liner notes from jazz historian Scott Yanow.  Tracklist Side A 1. Lester Leaps In 2. Ghost Of A Chance 3. Up And Atom 4. These Foolish Things 5. Neenah Side Side B 1. Indiana 2. How High the Moon 3. ‘Deed I Do

Yea - interesting that they release this now, but a curious choice from so much great live Pres from the early 1950s.  

It's been really slow for quite a while, especially if I'm not logged in. Somewhat better when I log in, but still slow.

@greggery peccary I regret not finding the time to listen in September as there are three I would have surely enjoyed if not had any chance at IDing (well maybe Lockjaw/Sweets). Could you possibly copy and paste your reveal into it's own thread?  That has always been the process presenters have followed and anyone coming into your inaugural effort from Thom's site may not know the final answers.  Thanks.