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Coleman Hawkins – Soul (Vinyl LP, Prestige Records, US Issue, 1984) – EX / EX Dance/ Electronica leaving Adrianne’s voice suspended aboveA relaxed, blues inflected jazz session that highlights Hawkins warm tenor tone and lyrical phrasing. The playing favours mid tempo swing and melodic clarity, with understated rhythm section support throughout. Its an easy, grounded record that leans into feel and expression over flash. Vinyl LP in EX EX condition.