Mary_jo You know how I feel about Jeff Beck. Other then Jimi Hendrix he is the most creative and diverse to ever strap on a guitar.I do know pjw. Thanks for that.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X5OT7f5hetM
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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And mary_jo, thank you for the Beck clip. I understand if he may not be played much in a jazz listing, but good music is good music.True pryso. Plus it is nice to see him supporting young talents. Here with Tal Wilkenfeld: https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=Kn2Yvjd5kqY |
I think she listened to Jaco a bit. But then what modern bass player hasn't? Anyway, 13 years later she is being recognized for her talent - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Dc58yxvD0M4 |
Thanks for that link pryso. When I first heard Tal (and saw her as well) It was on the Jeff Beck live at Ronnie Scotts bluray which I bought 10 year ago. She looked like she was 18 years old. (check my Jeff Beck link above). She has gotten better and better over the last 10 years. Her debut album has mixed reviews. |
Today’s Listen: Etta Jones -- DON’T GO TO STRANGERS with / Frank Wess(flute & sax), Roy Haynes(drums) The notes primarily give a brief synopsis of each song. Also this, "It is certainly a truism to say that there are not very many good Jazz singers....or for that matter, that there never have been. Although, God knows, we certainly do have our share of "stylists", imitators and well paid failures". -- LeRoy Jones Brother LeRoy is firing for effect. His words are as true today as when he wrote them. But, he is old school, so good for him. Prestige Label. 1960. don’t go to strangers https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SgNXTPEsbac yes sir, that’s my baby https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G-9NVIedIaA fine and mellow https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qsXdbn-GKaA bye bye blackbird https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VG1f7B24C24 all the way https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AnlxFXV7T8s Cheers |
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