Herdsmen - The Herdsmen Play Paris - Original Jazz Classics Reissue - Vinyl LP [VINYL]

Reissued as part of the acclaimed Original Jazz Classics (OJC) series, The Herdsmen Play Paris breathes new life into a spectacular mid-century transatlantic jazz summit. Originally captured in 1954 and released on Fantasy Records, this session unites prominent alumni from Woody Herman’s legendary Third Herd—including Cy Touff, Bill Perkins, and Dick Collins—with elite European players like French pianist Henri Renaud.

The OJC vinyl reissue masterfully preserves the album’s relaxed, vibrant, and spontaneous West Coast jazz energy. Melding breezy California swing with a touch of European elegance, standout tracks like Johnny Mandel's "Pot Luck" and Ralph Burns' "Wetback on the Left Bank" shine through with authentic analog warmth. Staying faithful to its rare historical origins, this reissue features standard mono formatting and the original iconic artwork, making it an essential, high-fidelity addition for any dedicated vinyl collector looking to explore historic post-war jazz.

A1		The Gypsy	3:52
A2		Wetback On The Left Bank	7:08
A3		Embarkation	4:51
A4		Thanks For You	3:42
B1		So What Could Be New?	6:42
B2		Just 40 Bars	4:13
B3		Palm Cafe	5:43
B4		Pot Luck	7:23