MCA Records · in the Kissa Kissa racks
The House Of Blue Lights
| Recorded | c. 1959 |
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| Label | MCA Records |
| Released | 1959 |
| Personnel | 3 credited players |
| Discogs | master 700105 |
The record
Costa's bright, percussive touch drives this trio date, with Motian's brushwork already showing the elastic feel he'd bring to Bill Evans a year later. A tight, unshowy showcase for a pianist-vibraphonist whose career was cut short too soon.
Session personnel
- Wendell Marshall — bass
- Paul Motian — drums
- Eddie Costa — piano
Contemporary reception
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Pressings
| 1982 | MCA Records · VIM-4657 — Vinyl, LP, Reissue, Stereo earliest on file |
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| 1982 | MCA Records — STEREO |
| 1990 | MCA Records · EQJP-12 — Vinyl, LP, Reissue |
Follow the players
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