No worries, I personally think it is interesting to read personal thoughts from folks on what they dig. I usually find that even when someone who really digs some music enthusiastically is sharing it with me that their enthusiasm is sort of contagious and enhances my experience of the music, even if it isn’t something that I ordinarily wouldn’t go for. I have this same set, btw, and it is very nice.
When I play that set I'm tempted to move my stereo system to the basement, set up some curtains, a small stage, and a few tables. Then put on a suit with a thin tie, make myself a drink, head down there, and see how close I can get to time travel.
Earlier this week I was on the other side of town and stopped into a used hifi shop I hadn't been to in well over a decade. I saw some interesting gear, but I wound up digging through the jazz LP crates. One of the finds was this Jones/Lewis album. I'd been looking for a good copy since playing two of the compositions on it in college.
By the way, if anyone's interested, here are the albums recorded at the Village Vanguard. I'm fascinated by how many classics are among them.
I was so proud of my daughter when she proudly displayed her vinyl haul earlier today like another cool T or pair of shoes. Some Artie Shaw, Ella Fitzgerald and Duke Ellington, compilations, but fine-sounding platters for around 12 bucks.
Most people I play this for think it’s to out. I really like it especially Earl Griffith’s vibe playing.
Here is a post-game pair. First time I've heard the Hubbard, I think... love the fact that Tyner and Chambers play on it. Really like the way it moves and swings, and those drums. Blakey's Moanin' of course steamrolls me every time.
For me this is the record I use to introduce his work to people. Surprisingly accesible portal to his universe
If you haven’t already, watch the documentary about him. Here’s a clip . It’s hard to see in this clip but check out the wild notation system he has on his music.
Just came across this nice documentary on free jazz: Brötzmann is 70 there, or close to it, and he still blows like a hurricane. But the new discovery for me was Courtney Pine. Tasty stuff!
Herbie Hancock, Austin City Limits PBS; trying to figure out who is playing with his band. Five string bass player, vocal-keyboard- sax mangoing off on alto right now, and a drummer not afraid to play. Enjoyable set thus far and will continue no doubt, glad I got a tip off that it was on.
I don't know who's playing, but thanks for the reminder. My local PBS stations weren't airing it, but one of them has it online.
That is my favorite cd version of that music, no doubt. NP Gary Peacock and Ralph Towner - Oracle (ECM)
Update from the intros at the end: James Genus, bass; Terrance Martin, alto, vocorder, keys, etc.; Vinnie Colaiuta, drums.
The Chick Corea & Steve Gadd Band - Chinese Butterfly Review: Chick Corea, Steve Gadd join up on impressive album
I watched some of that show in between periods during the Oilers/Canucks game tonight...Herbie was rockin' the Keytar from what I saw. Pretty good for an old guy This part I didn't see:
