Year/Genre: 1964 Jazz

Matrix #: LPS-741

Condition: VG+ has a few light marks, plays very clean 

Description: Pianist Ramsey Lewis, born in Chicago, was a central figure in blending gospel, blues, and jazz into a sound that reached both traditional and popular audiences. At The Bohemian Caverns (1964) captures his trio live at the legendary Washington, D.C. club, known as a cultural hub for modern jazz in the 1960s. Featuring Eldee Young on bass and Isaac “Red” Holt on drums, the trio delivers soulful, groove-driven interpretations that embody the accessible yet sophisticated jazz style Lewis became famous for. This performance marked a key step in Lewis’ rise to mainstream recognition, reflecting a moment when live jazz clubs served as crucibles for innovation and community. A must-have for collectors of live jazz history.

Price Suggestions based on Matrix #:
NM: $40–$55
VG+: $30–$40
VG: $22–$28
G: $12–$18

8/21/25 sc