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Where stands the music of Chet Baker with you?


I could say much from my own thoughts, but if you give a damn about this subject, I would like to hear of your own thoughts and listening history on the music of Chet Baker.

Please no cliche', "he is no Miles Davis" non-self thought.

And no need to apoligize for being black or white...another Jazz cliche'.
whatjd
dayglow
1,900 posts
 
Have none of his recordings and will keep it that way.
jwm
918 posts
 
Well you are missing out. Chet has a beautiful tone that I like very much. He reminds me of Art Pepper another great tone player, but on saxophone instead. Yes he was in San Quentin big deal, his playing is fabulous drugs and all.
unsound
7,329 posts
 
Try as I might, I've come to truly hate his work, and his reputation as person doesn't help. A pretty boy record company promotion without any real talent. The only thing flatter than his trumpet, was his voice. Truly awful! Still I would like to see the movie "Let's Get Lost", but have not been able to get a copy. If anyone would care to share as how to get a copy, I'd appreciate it.
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phasecorrect
2,013 posts
 
Unsound...its on YouTube
unsound
7,329 posts
 
Phasecorrect, thankyou! I've been searching for that for about 20 years, never thought to look on youtube. I did enjoy the movie, but I still think Chet Baker stinks. His early trumpet playing wasn't too bad, but it sure got bad soon. How can anybody listen to that flat whispering? I just don't get it.
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