Bob Seger & His Silver Bullet Band - Stranger In Town

Bitrate: MP3@320K/s
Time: 39:43
Size: 90.9 MB
Styles: Album rock
Year: 1978
Art: Front

[5:01] 1. Hollywood Nights
[3:22] 2. Still The Same
[3:13] 3. Old Time Rock & Roll
[3:54] 4. Till It Shines
[3:43] 5. Feel Like A Number
[4:13] 6. Ain't Got No Money
[4:40] 7. We've Got Tonight
[6:22] 8. Brave Strangers
[5:11] 9. The Famous Final Scene

Night Moves was in the pipeline when Live Bullet hit, and wound up eclipsing the double live set anyway, so Stranger in Town is really the record where Bob Seger started grasping the changes that happened when he became a star. It happened when he was old enough to have already formed his character. Even as celebrity creeps in, as on "Hollywood Nights," Seger remains a middle-class, Midwestern rocker, celebrating "Old Time Rock & Roll," realizing old flames are still the same, and still feeling like a number. Musically, it's as lively as Night Moves, rocking even harder in some places and being equally as introspective in the acoustic numbers. If it doesn't feel as revelatory as that record, in many ways it does feel like a stronger set of songs. Yes, musically, it doesn't offer any revelations, but it still feels impassioned, both in its performances and songs, and it's still one of the great rock records of its era. ~Stephen Thomas Erlewine

Stranger In Town

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Joan Chamorro, Rita Payes - Lua Amarela

Bitrate: MP3@320K/s
Time: 60:08
Size: 137.7 MB
Styles: Vocal jazz
Year: 2016
Art: Front

[3:15] 1. You´re Driving Me Crazy
[7:59] 2. Samba Em Preludio
[4:19] 3. Ain´t She Sweet
[3:48] 4. Luiza
[4:45] 5. Well You Needn´t
[4:38] 6. If Love Is Trouble
[3:02] 7. Pra Que Discutir Com Madame
[3:52] 8. Cançó De Bres Per A Una Princesa Negra
[5:01] 9. Love Your Spell Is Everywhere
[5:32] 10. Lágrima
[4:22] 11. Candy
[4:10] 12. I´m A Fool To Want You
[5:19] 13. Flor De Lis

Two years after Joan Chamorro presenta Rita Payés, which got the Enderrock 2015 prize as the best jazz project, now we present this second album, Lua Amarela. On it, you’ll be able to see her evolution as a trombonist and singer, more solid each day, with a strong personality coming from her exquisite sensibility when playing with melodies and her marvelous tone, very personal.

Lua Amarela

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Scott Hamilton - Remembering Billie

Bitrate: MP3@320K/s
Time: 58:57
Size: 135.0 MB
Styles: Saxophone jazz
Year: 2013
Art: Front

[7:11] 1. When You're Smiling
[4:58] 2. Foolin Myself
[5:20] 3. Good Morning Heartache
[4:56] 4. Them There Eyes
[5:56] 5. Laughing At Life
[5:31] 6. You're My Thrill
[6:38] 7. This Year's Kisses
[6:38] 8. God Bless The Child
[6:34] 9. I'll Never Be The Same
[5:10] 10. If Dreams Come True

Scott Hamilton has taken his phenomenal mainstream jazz talent to Florence, Italy where he now resides. Nevertheless, he has not forgotten his American jazz roots which took hold in Providence, Rhode Island. Having been surrounded by the sound of mainstream jazz during his formative years, his exposure laid the foundation for the marvelous tenor saxophone acuity heard on his tours and CDs. "Remembering Billie" is a logical tribute from a musician whose whole life has revolved around the classic swing jazz he has perfected. Despite his steadfast predilection for mainstream jazz, the times and music of the New York City heydays of bebop and of the small jazz groups Billie fronted has not been lost on Hamilton. Together with his fellow New England rhythm section counterparts, their collegial flair for her songs is testimonial to her greatness as well as theirs.

Billie Holiday is acknowledged and regarded by many as the greatest jazz vocalist of all time. The highly accomplished sax players who accompanied Lady Day, e.g. Johnny Hodges, Lester Young, Ben Webster, are the musicians Scott Hamilton had probably listened to during those early years at home. His decision to record "Remembering Billie" would only be a natural progression. As a bona fide standard bearer for the original mainstream jazz sound of yesteryear, he brings his prodigious talent and fond memories to Billie's songs. ~Down Home Hip to the Jive/Amazon

Remembering Billie

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Eydie Gorme Y Los Panchos - Sabor A Mi (2-Disc Set)

Album: Sabor A Mi (Disc 1)
Bitrate: MP3@320K/s
Time: 33:47
Size: 77.4 MB
Styles: Latin jazz/pop
Year: 2016
Art: Front

[2:43] 1. Nosotros
[2:20] 2. Johnny One Note
[2:48] 3. Sabor A Mí
[2:53] 4. Vereda Tropical
[2:16] 5. Oración Caribe
[3:18] 6. Noche De Ronda
[2:29] 7. Cuatro Vidas
[2:16] 8. Piel Canela
[2:31] 9. Mala Noche
[2:46] 10. Qué Hiciste
[2:12] 11. Desesperadamente
[2:30] 12. Historia De Un Amor
[2:39] 13. Cuando Vuelva A Tu Lado

Memorable classic by Edye Gorme. Interesting Latin/Jewish fusion. This was a signature song for her. She and her husband Steve Lawrence were very famous in their day, She spoke fluent Spanish and was known throughout Latin America for her interpretations of songs in that language. ~Gaye Reese

Sabor A Mi (Disc 1)

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Album: Sabor A Mi (Disc 2)
Bitrate: MP3@320K/s
Time: 30:36
Size: 70.1 MB
Styles: Latin jazz/pop
Year: 2016
Art: Front

[2:27] 1. Media Vuelta
[2:53] 2. Amor, Amor, Amor
[2:53] 3. La Última Noche
[2:53] 4. Di Que No Es Verdad
[2:36] 5. Caminito
[3:10] 6. No Te Vayas Sin Mí
[2:21] 7. Flores Negras
[2:09] 8. Luna Lunera
[1:35] 9. Nochecita
[2:36] 10. Fuego Bajo Tu Piel
[2:21] 11. Más Amor
[2:36] 12. Guitarra Romana

Sabor A Mi (Disc 2)

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Wild Bill Davison - Blowin' Wild

Bitrate: MP3@320K/s
Time: 63:59
Size: 146.5 MB
Styles: New Orleans jazz, Dixieland
Year: 1994
Art: Front

[5:27] 1. Blues (My Naughty Sweetie Gives To Me)
[5:10] 2. Memories Of You
[5:57] 3. 's Wonderful
[6:05] 4. Riverboat Shuffle
[7:27] 5. If I Had You
[4:09] 6. A Ghost Of A Chance
[5:41] 7. Big Butter And Egg Man
[5:29] 8. I Can't Give You Anything But Love
[5:44] 9. After You've Gone
[5:50] 10. Confessin'
[6:54] 11. Royal Garden Blues

Although it does not say it anywhere on this 1994 CD, this music was recorded in 1962 (in Manchester, England) and four of the 11 selections were previously unreleased. The great cornetist Wild Bill Davison is heard fitting right into trumpeter Alex Welsh's hot septet (a group also featuring trombonist Roy Crimmins and Johnny Barnes on clarinet and baritone). The ensemble runs through 11 Dixieland standards including "Blues My Naughty Sweetie Gives to Me," "'S Wonderful," "Riverboat Shuffle" and "Royal Garden Blues" in colorful fashion. Welsh modestly only sticks to playing ensembles although his presence does goad Davison in spots; pity that the two brassmen do not trade off. A fine Dixieland date. ~Scott Yanow

Blowin' Wild

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Terell Stafford - Forgive and Forget

Styles: Trumpet Jazz
Year: 2016
File: MP3@320K/s
Time: 67:31
Size: 155,1 MB
Art: Front

( 6:17)  1. No, No, No (That Ain't the Way It Go)
( 6:00)  2. A Two-Per to Fill
(10:01)  3. Forgive and Forget
( 5:25)  4. The Owl Express
( 8:51)  5. The Tint Train
( 8:45)  6. Please Rest My Soul
( 6:10)  7. No, No, No (That Ain't the Way It Go) [Take 2]
( 5:16)  8. The Owl Local (No Passengers!)
(10:43)  9. Some Many Second Chances

Veteran trumpeter Terell Stafford delivers the second installment of saxophonist Herb Harris's dynamic "Jazz Masters Unlimited" series production, with the unveiling of Forgive and Forget, providing a forum for Stafford's talents and improvisational skills. Showcasing a repertoire penned and arranged by Harris, the trumpeter surrounds himself with a formidable quintet that makes his performance here much easier to appreciate. The A-list of players appearing with Stafford include tenor saxophonist extraordinaire Tim Warfield who served as the first masters series feature and a musical collaborator of the trumpeter for over thirty-years. Pianist Kevin Hays introduces the opening statement "No, No, No, (That Ain't The Way It Go)," with light key work on essentially a waltz-styled arrangement featuring stylish powerful solo moments from the leader, Warfield's strong tenor voice and stellar support from the rhythm players, bassist Greg Williamson, drummer Rodney Green and of course Hayes on the keys. 

A piece with such an impressive tone and color, it's repeated here on a second version or a "Take 2" that's just as invigorating but a tad shorter. One of the highlights and keeper of this recording, has to be the bluesy-tinged "A Two-Per to Fill" where Warfield fires the opening salvo and Stafford returns the favor with a dicey trumpet solo that energizes the tune for one memorable number. The lengthy title track captures Stafford on the muted horn delivering respectful moments on a solemn delicate ballad highlighting pianist Hays and the drummer with soft brush work on a graceful piece of music. In stark contrast to the warm title piece, "The Owl Express" releases the hard bop juices that have been percolating underneath and features the entire group in a fast-pace tempo making this tune quite irresistible. Other notable tracks include melodic "The Tint Train" where Stafford's high-pitch trumpet play is at its best, the soft and gentle ballad "Please Rest My Soul" and the swinging finale "Some Many Second Chances." With over twenty-years of experience performing on the world stage of jazz, there's little doubt that Terell Stafford is a master and Forgive and Forget is an excellent vehicle confirming that status. A trumpeter who wields the instrument with versatility and power, this one master who puts it altogether here in a master performance anyone can appreciate, well done! ~ Edward Blanco https://www.allaboutjazz.com/forgive-and-forget-terell-stafford-herb-harris-music-review-by-edward-blanco.php

Personnel: Terell Stafford: trumpet; Tim Warfield: tenor saxophone; Kevin Hays: piano; Greg Williams: bass; Rodney Green: drums.

Forgive and Forget

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Halie Loren - Butterfly Blue

Styles: Vocal Jazz
Year: 2015
File: MP3@320K/s
Time: 50:48
Size: 119,8 MB
Art: Front

(3:36)  1. Yellow Bird
(4:03)  2. I Wish You Love
(4:43)  3. Blue
(5:10)  4. Stormy Weather
(4:36)  5. Butterfly
(4:11)  6. After the Fall
(3:34)  7. Our Love Is Here to Stay
(4:10)  8. I've Got You Under My Skin
(3:27)  9. Danger In Loving You
(4:23) 10. Boulevard of Broken Dreams
(5:13) 11. Carry Us Through
(3:35) 12. Peace

All About Jazz collegue R.J. Deluke published a lengthy piece on Alaska-now-Oregon native vocalist Halie Loren. In that piece, DeLuke concludes: "Loren is also in a place vocally where her sound has moved away from influence and is her own. Emulating her favorites, and learning from that in years, are behind. Her phrasing and her presentation are seasoned. They move to unexpected places. It is Halie Loren's voice." And in that, lies what is most exceptional about Loren...that voice. For her considerable and impressive training, Loren retains an authenticity, a realness that is usually the first causality of focused study. Not so with Loren. Her voice is the one you heard next door while raking the yard. It is simple and tuneful and full of those original, personal, and internally-focused elements that are as specific as a fingerprint or personal genome. Loren brings that voice, her compositional and arranging skills, and a damn good band to the opening, "Yellow Bird" on her eighth recording, Butterfly Blue. It is a piece with a gentle melody that owes as much to the Beatles as to Weimar Berlin Cabaret. 

She knows how to use the low brass of Joe Freuen and Rob Birdwell to cushion a song full of whimsy and love. Loren is daring in her choices for standards. Who in their right mind chooses "Stormy Weather" as a vehicle? Loren does, and she turns its arrangement on its ear, turning the warhorse into a 21st Century cabaret performance that is, at once, well behaved and beautifully genre-depraved. Long-time partner pianist Matt Treder draws from influences far and wide to effect the heady potion presented here. Loren's "Butterfly" reveals itself as the lovechild of James Taylor and Roebuck Staples at Midnight Mass" with Aretha Franklin. Guitarist David Gallo finds his Stax Records jones and recasts its spirit at the tip of the Delta. "Our Love is Here to Stay" comes in high in a groove auction, freshly arranged. David Larsen adds a smoky baritone sax solo to this scrubbed terrain that sports a grand duet between Treder and bassist Mark Schneider. Loren transforms "I've Got You Under My Skin similarly, but saves her best for her recasting of Horace Sliver's Peace, replete with her newly minted lyrics. This recording almost got away this year. I and we would be less if that had happened. ~ C.Michael Bailey https://www.allaboutjazz.com/butterfly-blue-halie-loren-justin-time-records-review-by-c-michael-bailey.php

Personnel: Halie Loren: vocals; Daniel Gallo, William Seiji Marsh: guitars; Matt Treder: piano; Mark Schnieder: bass; Brian West: drums; David Larsen: tenor saxophone; Dana Heitman: trumpet; Joe Freuen: trombone; Rob Birdwell: flugelhorn; Katheryn Dudney: cello.

Butterfly Blue

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Yuji Ohno - Tokyo City Lights

Styles: Piano Jazz 
Year: 2004
File: MP3@320K/s
Time: 47:16
Size: 108,8 MB
Art: Front

(2:40)  1. Small Travel Opening Theme
(4:30)  2. Into The Twilight
(4:01)  3. Dream Street Chop
(3:05)  4. Back Street Blues Midnight Warmth
(4:24)  5. Light To Float
(4:02)  6. Once Upon a  Time
(6:46)  7. Night  Cross
(4:55)  8. The Darkness Tawamure
(3:28)  9. The NightT Sky The Midnight  View
(5:53) 10. Tokyo City Lights
(3:32) 11. Small Travel

Yuji Ohno born 30 May 1941 in Atami, Shizuoka, Japan), also known as MahouP, is a Japanese jazz musician. Ohno is known for his musical scoring of Japanese anime television series, particularly Lupin III, and most famously the 1977 series Lupin III Part II and the feature film The Castle of Cagliostro. Later anime series scored by Ohno include Shingu: Secret of the Stellar Wars, the 1979 Toei series Captain Future (known as Capitaine Flam in France) and the 1982 series Space Adventure Cobra. He has composed scores for live-action films, namely Toei's tokusatsu series Seiun Kamen Machineman, his only work on this genre to date. Ohno is also a member of a jazz trio with Czech bassist Miroslav Vitous and American drummer Lenny White.

Tokyo City Lights

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Machito & His Afro-Cuban Orchestra - Vacation At The Concord

Styles: Afro-Cuban, Cha-Cha, Mambo 
Year: 1959
File: MP3@320K/s
Time: 32:11
Size: 78,6 MB
Art: Front

(2:29)  1. Guaglione
(2:31)  2. Cocktails For Two
(2:29)  3. Patricia
(2:03)  4. El Aji Caribe
(2:39)  5. Me Lo Dijo Adela (Sweet And Gentle)
(2:36)  6. Mambo La Concord
(3:08)  7. The Continental (You Kiss While You're Dancing)
(3:07)  8. Torero
(2:54)  9. Estacy
(3:10) 10. Cha-Cha-Cha Loco
(2:46) 11. Cha-Cha
(2:12) 12. Cotillion Mambo

A decade after Afro-Cuban rhythms set the jazz world on fire, we find the maestro playing the Concord, a popular lakeside resort 90 miles north of New York City. So it is a "tourist" album, probably given away or sold as a souvenir. The liners and photos tell as much about where to find swimming director Buster Crabbe as Machito. For popular Latin, it has the top standards, as well as a few Machito surprises. The former includes obligatory covers of Perez Prado's smashes "Guaglione" and "Patricia," plus cha cha cha counterparts "Cocktails for Two" and "Rico Vacilon." Surprises include Johnny Conquet's "Estacy" and Italian-Chipmunks-bandleader Renato Corasone's "Torero." One title is particularly Afro-Cuban, "El Aji Caribe." It is an unusual album even for Machito. ~ Tony Wilds https://www.allmusic.com/album/vacation-at-the-concord-mw0000461283

Vacation At The Concord

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Danny Grissett - Remembrance

Styles: Piano Jazz
Year: 2017
File: MP3@320K/s
Time: 54:50
Size: 126,0 MB
Art: Front

(5:10)  1. Woody'n You
(6:41)  2. Lament for Bobby
(5:03)  3. Prelude to a Kiss
(5:26)  4. Gallop's Gallop
(6:07)  5. Renatus
(5:47)  6. Just Enough
(7:22)  7. A Friend Indeed
(7:48)  8. Digital Big Foot
(5:22)  9. Detour Ahead

Pianist Danny Grissett is fantastic here not just bursting out with so many deft colors and changes on both piano and Fender Rhodes, but also really showing some great strengths as a leader too! One of those strengths is the way he puts together the tunes especially the more familiar numbers, which feel completely fresh here augmented by some wonderful work on both soprano and tenor sax from Dayna Stephens, who's almost the co-star of the record especially when he takes on a tune from the lead! The quartet's balanced out nicely by Bill Stewart on drums and Vicente Archer on bass all players who really seem to "get" each other in the best way possible. In addition to Grissett's original tunes "Renatus", "Lament For Bobby", "Digital Big Foot", and "A Friend Indeed" the set also features versions of "Just Enough", "Prelude To A Kiss", "Detour Ahead", and "Gallop's Gallop". © 1996-2017, Dusty Groove, Inc. 

https://www.dustygroove.com/item/854211/Danny-Grissett:Remembrance

Personnel:  Danny Grissett  piano, fender Rhodes;  Dayna Stephens soprano, tenor saxophon;  Vicente Archer bass;  Bill Stewart  drums

Remembrance

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