Excellent points; and, of course, you are correct. A picture does not always tell the whole story. However, I don’t see it as a question of judgment. Miles was known to often be a very aggressive individual with a huge ego; personally, I don’t see room for debate as far as that goes. Evans was known to be, drugs and all, of a much gentler demeanor. Certainly compared to Miles and I associate that type of demeanor as that of someone who would likely not want to deal with issues of legality and simply not pursue it; while being glad that his tune was out there. Imagine how Miles, THE Miles Davis was perceived by musicians at that time. Genius, bigger than life, aggressive; and, last and certainly not least, he had chosen Evans to be in his band. Challenge THAT? Not easy. And, I do think the visual tells at least part of the story.
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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frogmanGood juxtaposition. Miles certainly looks mean with that scowl on his face. I think pjw's point about Evan's addiction could be telling. Someone pursuing a heroin habit is less lilkely to have the time and energy to devote to his business circumstances.And you are right Miles was the KING back in the late 50's and who was going to challenge him? pjw--Correct about Miles getting on his bandmates drug problems. In fact he fired Coltrane for a spell due to his unreliability and then rehired him after he weaned himself off drugs. |
nsp That's good news about the "Side Steps" price. Yea Trane's personal life was a real mess at the time. But when he quit all the substances he rose like a phoenix. I visit his grave often and also the house in Deer Park located off the north service rd. 495 eastbound. One of my favorite "go to" Trane discs: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vbSWzaDAf10 |
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