Various Artists – Une Histoire des Géants du Jazz Vintage 2LP (Disques Vogue, France)

This French double LP , Une Histoire des Géants du Jazz, presents an impressive panorama of jazz history. Across two records, it brings together some of the greatest musicians of the 20th century – including Louis Armstrong , Duke Ellington , Sidney Bechet , Lionel Hampton , and many other legends.
Released by Disques Vogue in France, this compilation impresses with its characteristic mix of swing, bebop, and classic jazz from the 1940s and 1950s. A true journey back in time for jazz lovers and collectors of authentic European pressings.

Historical background:
The French label Disques Vogue , founded in 1947, was one of the most important European jazz labels of the post-war era. It released numerous licensed US recordings while simultaneously promoting French jazz artists. This double LP was part of the popular Double Loisir series, which offered high-quality compilations at affordable prices – and is now considered a highly sought-after piece of French jazz history.

Product details

• Format: 2LP, 33 RPM, Stereo

• Artists: Various Artists (including Louis Armstrong, Duke Ellington, Lionel Hampton, Sidney Bechet)

• Title: Une Histoire des Géants du Jazz

• Label: Disques Vogue – CVLX 334

• Origin: France

• Year: circa 1960s

• Genre: Jazz, Swing, Bebop, Traditional

• Cover condition: VG (Very Good) – slight signs of wear, visible edge wear, small creases, but vibrant front design.

• Vinyl condition: VG+ (Very Good Plus) – both records glossy, fine hairlines without affecting the sound, labels clean and well preserved.

• Special features: Original French pressing with pink and white Vogue label; rare 2LP edition with authentic 60s design.

Notes

• Original French pressing (not a reissue).

• An authentic compilation of classic jazz icons.

• Ideal for collectors and lovers of historical jazz recordings.

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