Prestige Elite Records Limited (2025)

Keith - Chairman of the Group
Glen - Managing Director & Head of Artwork / Graphics
Joe - Sync Director, Recording Catalogue Manager & Head of Production
Natalie - International & Publishing Director
Tim - Accounts Manager

31/08/2025

🕯️ Today We Remember: Lionel Hampton 🕯️

On 31st August 2002, the world lost the great Lionel Hampton at the age of 94. Known as one of the most dynamic and influential figures in jazz, Hampton was a pioneering vibraphonist, bandleader, pianist, and percussionist whose career spanned over six decades.

Hampton’s high-energy performances and innovative style brought the vibraphone to the forefront of jazz, while his work with legends like Benny Goodman helped break racial barriers in music. He went on to lead his own orchestra, inspiring generations of jazz musicians with his creativity, showmanship, and infectious swing.

💿 Celebrate his incredible legacy with “The Classic Years” by Lionel Hampton & His Orchestra, available now from our online store for just £5.99.

https://www.prestige-elite.com/perl-store/The-Classic-Years-Lionel-Hampton-p560847222

28/08/2025

🎤 Born On This Day: Ken Andrew 🎤

On 27th August 1946, Ken Andrew, drummer from Scottish pop group Middle Of The Road, was born.

Middle Of The Road were one of the most popular pop groups of the early 1970s, known for their catchy melodies, upbeat harmonies, and distinctive sound that defined an era. With global hits like “Chirpy Chirpy Cheep Cheep”, “Sacramento”, and “Soley Soley”, the band sold over 10 million records worldwide and became a household name across Europe.

✨ Celebrate his legacy today with “All The Hits Plus More”, available now from our online store for just £5.99: https://www.prestige-elite.com/perl-store/All-The-Hits-Plus-More-Middle-Of-The-Road-p560847238

27/08/2025

🎷 Born On This Day: Lester Young (27th August 1909) 🎶

On 27th August 1909, the world was blessed with the birth of Lester Young, one of jazz’s most influential saxophonists. Known as “Pres” (a nickname given to him by Billie Holiday), Young revolutionized the tenor saxophone with his smooth, lyrical tone and laid-back style.

Unlike the brash, hard-driving sound of his contemporaries, Lester brought a cool, flowing approach that shaped the direction of modern jazz and paved the way for the cool jazz movement. His collaborations with Count Basie’s orchestra and his timeless musical partnership with Billie Holiday remain cornerstones of jazz history.

Lester Young’s artistry wasn’t just about notes—it was about expression, phrasing, and an unmatched sense of swing. His influence echoes in generations of saxophonists and jazz musicians who followed.

💿 Today, we celebrate the life and legacy of Pres, a true jazz innovator whose music still inspires and uplifts.
For just £6.99 each, you can get:
🎷 Genius Of The Tenor Saxophone – Lester Young & Friends
🎶 Prez & Teddy: The Great Recordings – Lester Young & Teddy Wilson

These albums capture the brilliance of Lester Young’s tenor sax and his iconic collaborations. Don’t miss out on these timeless recordings at an incredible value!

📀 Order now and keep the jazz legacy alive!
https://www.prestige-elite.com/perl-store/Genius-Of-The-Tenor-Saxophone-Lester-Young-p560927785

https://www.prestige-elite.com/perl-store/Prez-&-Teddy-The-Great-Recordings-Teddy-Wilson-&-Lester-Young-p560927793

26/08/2025

🎂 Born on this day: Jimmy Rushing (26th August 1901) 🎶

Today we celebrate the birthday of Jimmy Rushing, one of jazz and blues’ most distinctive vocalists. Nicknamed “Mr. Five by Five” for his stout build and booming voice, Rushing rose to fame as the featured singer with Count Basie’s Orchestra in the 1930s and 1940s. His powerful delivery and joyful swing style made him a cornerstone of the big band era and a lasting influence on generations of jazz and blues singers.

🎧 You can stream “The Classic Years” now on Spotify – featuring 49 tracks including:
🎶 Mister Five By Five
🎶 Blues In The Dark
🎶 There’ll Be Some Changes Made
🎶 Ain’t Misbehavin’
…and many more timeless classics.

✨ A must-listen for fans of swing, blues, and classic jazz vocals: https://open.spotify.com/album/2q8Dz6jqSG9z3rtkCKj79o?si=2WtVXvn-RPuhQXh7hzfIvA

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