Jazz for aficionados
Jazz for aficionados
I'm going to review records in my collection, and you'll be able to decide if they're worthy of your collection. These records are what I consider "must haves" for any jazz aficionado, and would be found in their collections. I wont review any record that's not on CD, nor will I review any record if the CD is markedly inferior. Fortunately, I only found 1 case where the CD was markedly inferior to the record.
Our first album is "Moanin" by Art Blakey and The Jazz Messengers. We have Lee Morgan , trumpet; Benney Golson, tenor sax; Bobby Timmons, piano; Jymie merrit, bass; Art Blakey, drums.
The title tune "Moanin" is by Bobby Timmons, it conveys the emotion of the title like no other tune I've ever heard, even better than any words could ever convey. This music pictures a person whose down to his last nickel, and all he can do is "moan".
"Along Came Betty" is a tune by Benny Golson, it reminds me of a Betty I once knew. She was gorgeous with a jazzy personality, and she moved smooth and easy, just like this tune. Somebody find me a time machine! Maybe you knew a Betty.
While the rest of the music is just fine, those are my favorite tunes. Why don't you share your, "must have" jazz albums with us.
Enjoy the music.
I'm going to review records in my collection, and you'll be able to decide if they're worthy of your collection. These records are what I consider "must haves" for any jazz aficionado, and would be found in their collections. I wont review any record that's not on CD, nor will I review any record if the CD is markedly inferior. Fortunately, I only found 1 case where the CD was markedly inferior to the record.
Our first album is "Moanin" by Art Blakey and The Jazz Messengers. We have Lee Morgan , trumpet; Benney Golson, tenor sax; Bobby Timmons, piano; Jymie merrit, bass; Art Blakey, drums.
The title tune "Moanin" is by Bobby Timmons, it conveys the emotion of the title like no other tune I've ever heard, even better than any words could ever convey. This music pictures a person whose down to his last nickel, and all he can do is "moan".
"Along Came Betty" is a tune by Benny Golson, it reminds me of a Betty I once knew. She was gorgeous with a jazzy personality, and she moved smooth and easy, just like this tune. Somebody find me a time machine! Maybe you knew a Betty.
While the rest of the music is just fine, those are my favorite tunes. Why don't you share your, "must have" jazz albums with us.
Enjoy the music.
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alex, Unfortunately for Mr. Burrell and a half million families (2.5 million children) this has become an epidemic in the U.S.A. If we cut our military budget by 50% we would still be one of the top 4 countries in the world Instead of number one, which we are now but IMO this is not necessary. That money slashed from our military spending would provide free healthcare for all and fix the homeless situation with lots of money to spare. Unfortunately and sadly this will never happen as the U.S.A. policy will continue to remain fixated on our military power. Sad isn't it? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EiheNIZY14o |
https://www.gofundme.com/support-kenny-burrell?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=fb_dn_cpgntopnavlarge_r&fbclid=IwAR1jox4f_C6EOCwmVFiiMp8raldvM_oRtH-rmHE4widaH22IkgIzxfbzSKY It seems that there is a fundraiser campaign for Kenny Burrell .@JazzFoundation has confirmed the legitimacy of the @GoFundMe campaign for #KennyBurrell. We're doing what we can to help out this great musician who has given us all so much. Sharing the link here to let Blue Note fans everywhere know he needs our help |
Thanks, Paul, I've got few of those, as well as these two. You may check them, Jug with all stars again, but with Coltrane https://youtu.be/ya1xRmRBWUQ https://youtu.be/8RRV3dzOOyY |
Great clips alex As you know I'm a big Lou "sweet papa" Donaldson fan having seen him live to many times to remember and I also hung out with him. Many people do not like stretched out jams - they say they get repetitive and ruin the song. IMO this depends on the listener and the players. I happen to really enjoy "jam sessions" and the two Donald Byrd/Kenny Burrell songs you chose really cook. (of course I have those two discs :)) If you like great stretched out jam sessions with outstanding musicians check out the 5 Gene Ammons titles I suggested on the previous page. Here are a few from those albums: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=azIziXXU-PA https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BvgXL7rK0Rg&list=OLAK5uy_lVeblzxiJHyQP_OLrsxzZ3vQtBbJ-az0Y https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M5HbW5Ol3x8 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_JBHAAaYzMY |
Paul, will get that Telefunken blues record, thanks. As for other clips, here are few that you might like, from the same guys Webster and Zawinul 'Soulmates' https://youtu.be/Tqbj4rFEOTw Lou Donaldson 'Rusty Musty' https://youtu.be/RJ1h6HCswWU Lou Donaldson 'At his best' (album, not compilation) https://youtu.be/QP8TbI3_Dq0 https://youtu.be/MRRPgVSbD14 I guess, one could post this kind of music 'All day long'... https://youtu.be/Gz6UIoLNrcQ or, perhaps, even better, 'All night long'.... https://youtu.be/bHGcPnPS2pw |
alex cool grooves for sure on those clips! This organ trio gets the funk in https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jhicDUgXyNg |
I guess this is the best time of the day for the ’Funk in the evening’.... Curtis Amy on ’Tippin on through’ (live at the lighthouse) album from 1962. https://youtu.be/j0c4LZ7NICs I have few of his albums, like them all, will post another one, just in case somebody likes him too, or finds him to be 'souful'... ’Groovin Blue’ from 1961. https://youtu.be/lJz4wdI6nvQ |
Well it is certainly possible that you hear soul better than I do .It sure is a advanced style and no doubt it is, and should be , admired by musicians . I'm not a musician . It's true wisdom comes with age . Also true it knocks on the door and most don't open it . In my 80's a lot of people have asked me for advice .First thing , often last thing , I say to anyone about life is "pay attention " .Don't think you need that advice acman . |
Schubert, Thats the thing, I can hear heart/soul from all player in Shorter's band. They have been together for almost 20 years, and are playing in a very advanced style. Their interplay is right up there with Miles great late 60's group, which had Wayne Shorter, not surprisingly, in it. I am not offended by your viewpoint in the least and will ponder on it for awhile. It is always welcome. I also hear what you hear in Gonzalo Rubalcabla. I hear the same with Gregory Porter. Hard to get heard without the talent they have been given and developed. |
acman , I think you made my point . Shorter was the only guy in his trio that could actually put some heart in that dissonance. Certainly not trying to " dis " you , its just easier to hear when you are about same age as Shorter .Seems to be hard for younger people , which is logical IMO . i.e Gonzalo Rubalcabla , they hear him as a very talented player . I hear him as someone who uses that talent to praise the divine, he himself says as much in interviews . Not in every thing he does , but it's always hanging around . |
Love the Bird songs, and have to say that Shorter is one of my all-time favorites, soulful or not! Mintzer is very good! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LSImxDNE6jQ |
When you add "Soulful" I think more of Walton than Shorter. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cr_FB26FINQ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VsX8kMD5V3A |
You would get no real argument from me on that. I think we can all agree that “soul”, in all it’s different and personal flavors, is a requirement for greatness in art; and, to a degree, in the ear of the listener. Shorter is one of the tallest of the giants alongside Miles, Trane, Bird. Not only a great improviser with a unique and very personal voice, but one of the truly great composers in jazz. Having said that, it’s kind of hard to pick one above the others when the others are Cedar Walton, Art Blakey and Bob Cranshaw. Still, if forced to choose who was the most relevant of the four, I think it would have to be Shorter. Thanks for the Mintzer clip; one of the most relevant current player/composers. |
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That is very beautiful, the Bluebird of Alexis Ffrench, thank you acman. Ffrench explains of "Bluebird": "I wanted to write something with a certain immediacy that spoke to people and connected with them, as that’s always at the forefront of my mind. The training for a classical musician is steeped in words and academia but my main aim is always to communicate with people." "Bluebird, for me, is filled with a variety of influences, from Debussy and Satie, and is an expression of love and hope. It is born out of improvisation. I wanted to write something that expressed a certain innocence and purity. There’s so much trauma around us right now and I wanted to share a moment of calm, beauty and consolation. There isn’t enough of that in the world." ~source The Independent UK |
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frogman Nice "bird" songs. I like Rufus "speedy" Jones and his double bass kit. Another Basie clip showcasing Seeedy's talent. You don't often see double bass kits with jazz drummers. The second part has Sinatra showcasing his great vocals. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Am3RZzj3BhY&list=RDEMaH_3URczGLYRwmVgAZfbTQ&start_radio=1 More Rufus Jones this time with the Duke again using a double bass kit. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tPKYc0X76Gg&list=RDEMaH_3URczGLYRwmVgAZfbTQ&index=2 |
roberjerman Gene Ammons is a staple in my jazz collection. He has to many great recording sessions to list. His "jam session" recordings are fantastic. Besides Boss Tenors with Stitt I have: The Chase (with Dexter Gordon) Funky (with Art Farmer, Jackie McLean, Kenny Burrell, Mal Waldron, Doug Watkins, and Art Taylor) Groove Blues (with John Coltrane, Pepper Adams, Paul Quinichette, Jerome Richardson, Mal Waldron, George Joyner, and Art Taylor) The Happy Blues (with Art Farmer, Jackie McLean, Duke Jordon, Addison Farmer, Art Taylor, and conga player Candito) Jammin' In Hi Fi (with Idrees Suliman, Jackie McLean, Mal Waldron, Kenny Burrell, Paul Chambers, and Art Taylor) Jammin' With Gene (with Donald Byrd, Jackie McLean, At Farmer, Mal Waldron, Doug Watkins, and Art Taylor) These disks are essential jam sessions full of improvisations from all the players on stretched out songs of no more then 5 per session |
How about some Gene Ammons? Mr.Boss Tenor! I just bought "Gene Ammons All Star Sessions" - a 1955 mono Prestige LP for $7.95 + $4.77 shipping from EBay. Engineered by Rudy Van Gelder. Side two is Ammons battling with Sonny Stitt from an earlier session! A true gem in excellent analog sound! From the "golden age" of Jazz! |