Impulse’s Deep Bench: The New 2-fers
By Kevin Whitehead, eMusic Contributor
There was always more to Impulse than John Coltrane. As part of the label's 50th anniversary victory lap in 2011, Impulse launched the "2-on-1" reissue series, pairing compatible '60s or '70s LPs, usually on one CD. The series digs deep into that catalogue's riches, reflecting its diversity. The New York avant-garde is represented, but also bebop and hardbop stars, distinguished Ellingtonians, drummers and pop-influenced guitarists: music for big, small, hot and sweet bands. The series… more »



