Herbie Hancock Head Hunters, Colombia/Legacy (Vinyl Record)

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Setting the stage:

I started to “build a record collection” of sorts about 20 years ago. I was motivated to buy vinyl because of a record player I received as a gift. What I quickly found out was that the vinyl records market is very dense and convoluted. Despite my love for music and all of its versatility, I didn’t have much direction. I simply bought what I liked to listen to, and I ended up with a “collection” of original records (i.e. first pressing) and reissues. Some purchases were of new records and some purchases were of used records, but for the last 20 years or so (subject to release date), all of the records I am offering have been in my possession. In total, I’ve accumulated just over 100 records for my “record collection”. Ultimately, these records have been collecting dust sitting on my shelves. I’ve opened and unwrapped some of the records and others are as is. Have I listened to them all? No way. I would estimate I’ve listened to about 25 of the records and some of them even a few times. Any of these records can become part of your collection now. I will be posting them in batches because compiling a discography, cataloging, and photographing all these records has been much more difficult than buying them and enjoying them. By now you can probably tell I’m not very technical with the record jargon. I’ve dedicated an immense amount of time to compiling the most accurate information to provide you about the records I am offering. I believe all of the records are in good condition at a minimum. I purchased them all from reputable record stores and not at garage sales or flea markets. That being said, I am happy to answer questions on the higher dollar items ($50+), I won’t take pictures and fulfill a bunch of random requests for the low dollar items, I just don’t have the bandwidth. In the end, I believe you will be very satisfied with your purchase. Please make sure and check out my other lots, there will certainly be something up your alley. I have priced all the items to reflect their current condition. If you disagree with my assessments please do not make the purchase. All sales items are final and I will not accept returns. Now onto the good stuff…

Herbie Hancock :

Herbie Hancock is a groundbreaking American jazz pianist, composer, and producer whose career has spanned over six decades. A child prodigy who played with the Chicago Symphony at age 11, Hancock went on to redefine jazz as a member of Miles Davis’s Second Great Quintet and later as a solo artist blending jazz with funk, rock, and electronic music. Always ahead of the curve, Hancock’s pioneering use of synthesizers and electronics helped shape not only modern jazz but also hip-hop and electronic genres that followed. With over a dozen Grammy Awards and a Kennedy Center Honor, Hancock remains a global ambassador for creativity and innovation in music. From his early acoustic masterpieces to his funk-laden experiments, Hancock’s genius lies in his ability to constantly reinvent his sound.

Head Hunters :

Head Hunters is the album where Herbie Hancock rewrote the rules of jazz fusion. Released in 1973, it’s a landmark in both jazz and funk—featuring irresistible grooves, experimental synths, and infectious rhythms. Its opening track “Chameleon” became an instant classic, stretching over 15 minutes of funk-fueled brilliance. The album also includes a reinvented, funkier version of “Watermelon Man,” a track Hancock originally composed in the ‘60s but revived here with Afro-Cuban influences and groundbreaking studio techniques (including blowing into beer bottles for percussion!). This record didn’t just top the jazz charts, it became one of the first jazz albums to go platinum and has since been inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame. Head Hunters is widely cited as one of the greatest jazz records of all time, and it helped introduce a new generation to the possibilities of fusing jazz with popular music. It’s essential listening for fans of jazz, funk, soul, or any genre that values groove and innovation.

Record Details :

Label: Columbia / Legacy

Catalog Number: 88697392181 (on spine)

Format: Vinyl LP, 180g, Red Columbia label with gold text

Barcode: 8 8697-39218-1-4

Runout Markings:

Side 1: 88697329181-A (Etched)

Side 2: 88697329181-B (Etched)

Both sides also include: WG/NRP (indicating mastering by Wes Garland at Nashville Record Productions)

Condition (visually): Excellent

Notes: One of the most iconic jazz-funk fusion albums ever released. This is a high-quality U.S. Columbia/Legacy reissue, is mastered by Wes Garland, with superb sound and beautiful packaging. Features the legendary tracks “Chameleon” and “Watermelon Man”. Originally released in 1973 – this pressing recreates the classic in stunning analog quality. Inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame, cited as a Top 100 Album of All Time.