Chico Hamilton - The Dealer

Chico Hamilton's The Dealer receives a well-deserved reissue on vinyl for jazz enthusiasts in 2024. Originally released in the midst of the vibrant 60s jazz scene, the album showcases Hamilton's exceptional talent as a drummer and bandleader, with a seamless blend of jazz, funk, and soul, dynamic rhythms and melodic improvisations. Hamilton's distinctive style and innovative approach to composition shine through each track, leaving a lasting impression on the listener. This warranted and welcomed reissue allows both longtime fans and new generations to experience the timeless brilliance of Hamilton's music, reaffirming his status as a jazz great.