Barbara Dane With Earl Fatha Hines - Livin' With The Blues

Bitrate: 320K/s
Time: 30:06
Size: 68.9 MB
Styles: Blues-jazz vocals
Year: 2013
Art: Front

[2:50] 1. Livin' With The Blues
[2:58] 2. How Long, How Long Blues
[3:07] 3. If I Could Be With You
[2:56] 4. In The Evenin' (When The Sun Goes Down)
[2:27] 5. Bye Bye Blackbird
[3:27] 6. A Hundred Years From Today
[2:59] 7. Mecca Flat Blues
[2:44] 8. Why Don't You Do Right
[3:49] 9. Porgy
[2:45] 10. Since I Fell For You

Barbara Dane (1927) started her musical career in folk music and traditional jazz circles in the mid Forties, first in her native Detroit and then in San Francisco, where in 1954 she came into contact with some local jazz revivalists, including trombonist Bob Mielke and banjo player Dick Oxtot. During her high school years, she had received training as an operatic contralto, but Mielke and Oxtot encouraged her to probe further into the blues with their band, the Bearcats. From the time she first stirred interest among aficionados and critics in San Francisco, she developed into virtually the only white singer of classic blues at the time. On Livin with the Blues (1959), she belts out her message in an all-star group conducted by pianist Earl Hines. It is interesting to hear the splendid trumpet work of Benny Carter, Shelly Manne playing traditional drums, and Plas Johnson soloing to good effect in this context.

Livin' With The Blues

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Tommy Emmanuel - Up From Down Under

Bitrate: 320K/s
Time: 37:08
Size: 85.0 MB
Styles: Fingerpicked guitar, Guitar jazz
Year: 1987/2009
Art: Front

[5:25] 1. Up From Down Under
[4:29] 2. Raindance
[3:05] 3. Daybreak
[2:58] 4. Lady Madonna
[2:16] 5. Soul Search
[3:10] 6. Michelle
[4:27] 7. Initiation
[2:39] 8. Turning Point
[3:27] 9. Times Change
[5:08] 10. Night Sky

Tommy is big in Australia and over in Europe, but guitar fans in America have just been learning about him the past few years. He appeared at the Chet Atkins Appreciation Society Convention a few years ago and brought the house down. People have been talking about him ever since, and his fame is spreading. “He’s about the only guitarist I’ve heard who can come close to what Lenny [Breau] did with harmonics, and he’s got a style all his own. I think he’s probably the greatest finger-picker in the world today. He’s inventive, fearless and has a flawless sense of rhythm. He’s a great showman, too. You can’t watch Tommy perform and not feel happy. I just love him. We made an album together in 1996 called The Day Fingerpickers Took Over The World, which I’m very proud of. It’s got some beautiful tunes on it, and our playing blended well. Tommy is going to give the world a lot of great music in the coming years” ~Chet Atkins

Up From Down Under

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Blue Harlem - I Dare You!

Bitrate: 320K/s

Time: 56:23

Size: 129.1 MB

Styles: Swing, R&B

Year: 2008

Art: Front

[2:55] 1. I Dare You Baby

[4:23] 2. I Cried Last Night

[4:13] 3. Is You Is, Or Is You Ain't My Baby

[3:13] 4. Main Stem

[2:59] 5. Bad Luck

[3:11] 6. I Just Can't Keep The Tears From Falling Down

[3:49] 7. Some Boys

[3:49] 8. Easy Easy

[3:26] 9. Daddy Daddy

[3:32] 10. Bump's Boogie

[3:27] 11. I Don't Hurt Anymore

[2:53] 12. Real Life

[3:34] 13. That's The Way To Treat Your Woman

[4:07] 14. Harry Diamond

[2:33] 15. Did We Have Any Fun

[4:11] 16. I Stepped In Quicksand

This is the fourth album release for Blue Harlem and the first to feature their fabulous new vocalist Sophie Shaw. This album not only captures the fashionable spirit of '40s and '50s rhythm 'n’ blues but also introduces new arrangements and a fresh collection of material. Blue Harlem have always had an enviable reputation on the live music circuit following a career spanning 10 years. They have not only built a huge fan base internationally but have repeatedly been invited back to perform in front of the Royal Family both at Highgrove and Buckingham Palace. Based in London, the band are regulars at The Pigalle and

The 100 Club (the chosen venue for the album launch) and frequently perform at Festivals and venues throughout Europe. Sophie Shaw, who had been a long time fan of the band and regular dancer at their live gigs, previously worked on stage and screen as both an actress and singer. Of this recording Sophie says “I’m really excited about this album. We’ve had a blast getting some fabulous new material down.

The band are playing better than ever – they swing me off my feet.” Al Nicholls, tenor sax player and arranger for the band, says “ I am immensely proud of this recording. It’s by far the best album we have recorded to date. The boys individual playing is terrific – uplifting, generous and spirited. The ensemble playing is tight, crisp but always swinging like mad. Sophie has done a fantastic job re-interpretiung and styling these songs.” In this new recording the band continue the exploration of the urban blues. Artists such as Louis Jordan, Percy Mayfield, Charles Brown, Ruth Brown are all represented here, along with new material from the band itself and the song writing partnership of the legendary beat generation survivor Fran Landesman and composer Simon Wallace. Simon also recorded and co-produced the album. A collaboration of some great musical talent resulting in outstanding interpretations of recordings with a taste of the old and the new. “It’s happy music that makes you want to dance.” ~ Michael Parkinson

I Dare You!

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Wild Bill Davis - The Everest Years

Bitrate: 320K/s
Time: 74:47
Size: 171.2 MB
Styles: Organ jazz
Year: 2005
Art: Front

[2:44] 1. The Madison Time, Pt. 2
[2:11] 2. Blue Skies
[2:49] 3. Soft Winds
[4:39] 4. Organ Grinders Swing
[4:14] 5. Flying Home
[2:37] 6. Independence Hora
[3:10] 7. I Will Follow You
[2:37] 8. That Was Yesterday
[1:57] 9. Milk & Honey
[2:16] 10. Let's Not Waste A Moment
[5:30] 11. Dis Heah
[3:29] 12. Angel Eyes
[2:45] 13. What's New
[3:44] 14. Like Young Lovers Do
[3:32] 15. Wenkie
[3:50] 16. 'round Midnight
[2:51] 17. Blues For Joe
[2:50] 18. Cabato
[2:48] 19. The Nearness Of You
[2:23] 20. I Want A Little Girl
[2:05] 21. Show Me
[3:09] 22. On The Street Where You Live
[2:31] 23. Just You Wait
[1:56] 24. You Did It
[1:57] 25. Rain In Spain

Before Jimmy Smith became the dominant force of the jazz organ, Wild Bill Davis was a major influence. Davis emulated a swinging big band (specifically Count Basie's) in his playing, and his music was accessible, melodic, bluesy, and swinging. He recorded five albums for the Everest label during 1959-1961 and five selections apiece from each of the LPs are included on this single CD. Davis' organ-guitar-drums trio was augmented for these dates by a horn (either tenor saxophonist George Clark, trumpeter Charlie Shavers, or Maurice Simon on tenor) plus, on one set, bassist Milt Hinton. The horn players fare well but Wild Bill Davis is the dominant force throughout and is heard in prime form during the very likable performances, which serve as a strong introduction to his playing. ~ Scott Yanow

Wild Bill Davis (organ); Les Spann (guitar, flute); Bill Jennings, Calvin Newborn (guitar); George Clark (tenor saxophone); Charlie Shavers (trumpet); Milt Hinton, Tommy Bryant (double bass); Grady Tate, Jo Jones (drums).

The Everest Years

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Swingerhead - She Could Be A Spy

Styles: Swing, Big Band, Jump Blues
Label: Colossal Music
Released: 1998
File: mp3 @320K/s
Size: 98,8 MB
Time: 43:10
Art: front

1. She Could Be A Spy - 4:08
2. Lady With The Big Cigar - 3:46
3. Pick Up The Phone - 3:06
4. He Just Wants To Cha Cha - 4:17
5. Swing Out - 2:35
6. Let's Rendezvous - 4:05
7. Candy For Breakfast - 2:38
8. At The Strip - 3:43
9. Mary Ann - 5:28
10. Hey Baby I'm Home - 2:41
11. Trying To Cut Back - 2:12
12. I'll Be Alright - 4:26

Personnel:
Michael 'Swingerhead' Andrew (vocals)
Quiche Lorraine (guitar)
Brian Snapp (clarinet, alto saxophone, tenor saxophone)
Tom Butler, Terry Myers (saxophone)
Rick Abbott, John Allred (trombone)
Perry 'Spider' Orfanella (acoustic bass)
Roger King Jr. (drums)
Mark Goldberg (percussion)
and guests.

Notes: Michael Andrew has always loved swing music. In1990, he formed "The Michael Andrew Orchestras" with the goal of providing timeless music in the style of the big bands of the forties and in the tradition of popular singers like Tony Bennett and Frank Sinatra.
In 1993, the world famous Rainbow Room in New York City invited Michael to become their headlining singer and band leader where he performed 5 to 6 nights a week for over two years. In the summer of '96 audiences and critics raved about his "hi-fi,sci-fi" musical comedy, Mickey Swingerhead & The Earthgirls, which was produced in Orlando, Florida.
In 1998, Andrew created his dynamic band known as Swingerhead. Even though they had an extensive touring schedule, Swingerhead was considered the house band at Rat Pack's on the Avenue in Orlando. Michael Andrew and the band performed with the Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra to a sold out crowd and received several standing ovations.
In 2000, Andrew formed his Los Angeles based band, The Coconut Club Orchestra. They performed at the Coconut Club in Merv Griffin's Beverly Hilton every Saturday night. His Orlando based band, Swingerhead continues to perform throughout Central Florida and the nation and in October of 2001, they won the Best Band award in the category of "Jazz, Lounge and Swing" for the 4th year in a row.
Michael Andrew can be seen leading his band in the opening scene of the MGM motion picture "Heartbreakers" starring Jennifer Love Hewitt, Sigourney Weaver, and Gene Hackman.
Michael enjoys working with his own bands as well as making frequent guest artist appearances with symphonic orchestras across the country.

She Could Be A Spy

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Sarah Stivers - This Girl's In Love

Styles: Vocal Jazz
Year: 2005
File: MP3@320K/s
Time: 51:21
Size: 117,8 MB
Art: Front

(4:51)  1. Call Me
(4:04)  2. I Thought About You
(3:02)  3. You'd Be So Nice To Come Home To
(5:21)  4. This Girl's In Love
(4:39)  5. How High The Moon
(5:44)  6. My One And Only Love
(3:23)  7. Just One Of Those Things
(5:15)  8. Don't Let Me Be Lonely
(4:53)  9. Everytime We Say Goodbye
(3:57) 10. They All Laughed
(6:06) 11. I Was Telling Him About You

After landing a singing job in a smoky bistro in Paris, Sarah Stivers took the plunge. She had been singing for years, fronting for jazz quintets, big bands and variety groups. But that night in Paris, Sarah decided it was time to set her sights on a life of music. Since then, her nascent career has snowballed from playing with groups in the Midwest to recording her first CD, "This Girl's in Love" with jazz icon, bassist Rufus Reid. Over the range of her repertoire, from Cole Porter to Burt Bacharach, Sarah's sound is so compelling and listener-friendly, and the music is so satisfying, one is left to wonder how "This Girl" could be a debut effort. With smooth, clear tones, Sarah Stivers delivers a singularly powerful punch of passion and intelligence with a voice that is at once sensual and luminous. An expressive and intimate artist, Sarah sings to the heart of each song and to the soul of each listener. Even in a busy club, it's just you, the music and Sarah.  http://www.cdbaby.com/cd/sarahstivers

This Girl's In Love

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Branford Marsalis & Joey Calderazzo - Songs Of Mirth & Melancholy

Styles: Jazz
Year: 2010
File: MP3@320K/s
Time: 54:26
Size: 124,9 MB
Art: Front

(7:12)  1. One Way
(4:28)  2. The Bard Lachrymose
(7:39)  3. La Valse Kendall
(4:30)  4. 4Face on the Barroom Floor
(6:01)  5. Endymion
(1:41)  6. Die Trauernde
(8:48)  7. Hope
(6:02)  8. Precious
(8:02)  9. Bri's Dance

The Swedish proverb "Shared joy is a double joy; shared sorrow is half a sorrow," is one that perfectly exemplifies Songs of Mirth and Melancholy, from saxophonist Branford Marsalis and pianist Joey Calderazzo. Their bond has solidified over time, since Calderazzo took over the piano chair from the late Kenny Kirkland in Marsalis' ensemble in 1998. While Kirkland's talent can never be replaced, Calderazzo has proven his own deep abilities as a vital member of the band and in his own recordings. Marsalis' voice is commanding in any aspect, whether playing or speaking frankly about the music environment, and continues to resonate as a leader. Together, their rapport illuminates this recording. The mirth begins with Calderazzo's "One Way," a rousing, bluesy piece that strolls down the boulevard like a conversation between two old souls. It sounds like it could have been written in the 1920s, and swings eternally; the piano's ragtag stride provides the perfect foil for the tenor's vociferous backtalk. 

The melancholy comes in Marsalis' heartfelt "The Bard of Lachrymose," captivating like an opera diva working a classical aria, its sentiment a prelude to Calderazzos' alluring "La Valse Lendall," a methodical song in perfect tandem with the soprano saxophone's lyricism. Unlike typical instrument duos, the two masters don't just play off of chord changes, but listen and engage one another. There's also an appreciation for other works in the always compelling version of Johannes Brahms's "Die Trauernde" and a surprising rendition of Wayne Shorter's "Face in the Barroom Floor" from Weather Report's Sportin' Life (Columbia, 1984), as Marsalis' phrasing mimics Shorter's iconic horn to a science. Yet, throughout these nine pieces, both players show their own merit as composers, Marsalis' "Endymion" pointing towards the heavens, and soaring in a flight of harmony and tension, while Calderazzo's "Hope" is suffused with blissful elegance. The release benefits not only from its musicians but also from its environment. Recorded at the Hayti Center in Durham, North Carolina, the acoustics are excellent; the tenor saxophone's warmth is almost tangible on "Precious" and the piano's skittering keys like diamond studded tap shoes on "Bri's Dance." In the end, Songs of Mirth and Melancholy is exceptional when savored; documenting the communication between two musicians and their ability to express emotion through their music. ~ Mark F.Turner   

http://www.allaboutjazz.com/php/article.php?id=39518#.Usl08bRc_vs

Personnel: Branford Marsalis: saxophones; Joey Calderazzo: piano.

Songs Of Mirth & Melancholy

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8½ Souvenirs - Twisted Desire

Styles: Retro Swing, Alternative Country-Rock
Year: 1999
File: MP3@320K/s
Time: 43:46
Size: 100,2 MB
Art: Front

(3:35)  1. Sharp Dressed Man
(4:56)  2. L'amour toujours
(4:15)  3. Twisted Desire
(3:44)  4. Eva Luna
(4:13)  5. Dancin'
(3:07)  6. Lonely in Love
(3:02)  7. Life Style
(4:04)  8. My Baby
(3:31)  9. The Rhythm Is Magic
(3:44) 10. Under Your Skin
(2:04) 11. Spider Lady
(3:25) 12. Yes, Yes, Yes

Since it begins with a seemingly ironic reading of ZZ Top's "Sharp Dressed Man," it would be easy to dismiss 8 1/2 Souvenirs' third album Twisted Desire as another tongue-in-cheek Gen-X retro-swing folly. That may be the knee-jerk reaction, but it's an unfair one, because the rest of the album reveals that the band is far more sophisticated, suave, and seductive than most of their peers. No small credit goes to Chrysta Bell, the lead singer whose rich voice brings style and grace to every song, even that misdirected cover that begins the album. Then again, songwriter Olivier Giraud shares equal credit with Bell for being able to write clever, engaging songs, and the entire band shows good taste in picking outside material, such as Walter Hyatt's "Lonely in Love," as well. The end result is a surprisingly enjoyable record that shouldn't be lumped in with the smarmy schtick that usually passes for retro-swing. ~ Stephen Thomas Erlewine   http://www.allmusic.com/album/twisted-desire-mw0000244312

Twisted Desire

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The Everly Brothers - Songs Our Daddy Taught Us

Styles: Pop/Rock
Year: 1958
File: MP3@320K/s
Time: 40:29
Size: 93,4 MB
Art: Front

(3:41)  1. Roving Gambler
(3:04)  2. Down In The Willow Garden
(2:26)  3. Long Time Gone
(4:53)  4. Lightning Express
(3:09)  5. That Silver Haired Daddy Of Mine
(2:41)  6. Who's Gonna Show Your Pretty Little Feet-
(4:41)  7. Barbara Allen
(2:37)  8. Oh So Many Years
(3:38)  9. I'm Here To Get My Baby Out Of Jail
(3:01) 10. Rockin' Alone (In An Old Rockin' Chair)
(3:10) 11. Kentucky
(3:21) 12. Put My Little Shoes Away

The Everlys had reached their commercial peak when they made this album of sparsely arranged traditional songs, a concept that was quite a surprise from a top rock & roll act, and considerably ahead of its time. It's actually not as enduring as their early rockers and pop ballads, but the singing is superb on their interpretations of standards like "Barbara Allen" and "Kentucky." ~ Richie Unterberger   

http://www.allmusic.com/album/songs-our-daddy-taught-us-mw0000604335

Songs Our Daddy Taught Us

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