Circle Paris Concert Reissued on 180g 2LP, Bringing Historic Jazz Performance to a New Generation
Paris, France - A landmark 1991 performance by Circle, a collaborative supergroup featuring jazz luminaries Chick Corea, Gary Burton, Dave Holland, and Roy Haynes, is being reissued on 180g 2LP vinyl. The live recording, originally captured at the Paris Jazz Festival, offers a rare document of improvisational mastery and interplay between four giants of the genre. The reissue arrives as vinyl sales continue to surge, appealing to both dedicated audiophiles and new listeners discovering the legacy of these influential musicians.
This release arrives at a moment of renewed interest in both the artists involved and the past meaning of their collaborative work. corea, Burton, Holland, and Haynes each boast decades-long careers marked by innovation and critical acclaim. The Circle project, though short-lived, represents a unique confluence of individual styles, and this reissue provides a tangible connection to a pivotal moment in jazz history. The vinyl format promises a listening experience optimized for the nuances of the performance, offering a richer sonic landscape than previous digital iterations.
The Circle band formed in 1990, performing and recording only a handful of times before disbanding. Their self-titled album, Circle, was released in 1992. The Paris concert, captured the following year, showcases the group’s dynamic energy and improvisational prowess.
The 2LP reissue is expected to be available through select record stores and online retailers. Details regarding specific release dates and distribution channels have not been publicly announced as of today.
