Miles Davis - Miles In The Sky

Styles: Trumpet And Cornet Jazz
Year: 1968
File: MP3@320K/s
Time: 51:12
Size: 117,7 MB
Art: Front

(17:03)  1. Stuff
(12:45)  2. Paraphernalia
( 7:30)  3. Black Comedy
(13:52)  4. Country Son

With the 1968 album Miles in the Sky, Miles Davis explicitly pushed his second great quintet away from conventional jazz, pushing them toward the jazz-rock hybrid that would later become known as fusion. Here, the music is still in its formative stages, and it's a little more earth-bound than you might expect, especially following on the heels of the shape-shifting, elusive Nefertiti. On Miles in the Sky, much of the rhythms are straightforward, picking up on the direct 4/4 beats of rock, and these are illuminated by Herbie Hancock's electric piano one of the very first sounds on the record, as a matter of fact and the guest appearance of guitarist George Benson on "Paraphernalia." All of these additions are tangible and identifiable, and they do result in intriguing music, but the form of the music itself is surprisingly direct, playing as extended grooves. This meanders considerable more than Nefertiti, even if it is significantly less elliptical in its form, because it's primarily four long jams. Intriguing, successful jams in many respects, but even with the notable additions of electric instruments, and with the deliberately noisy "Country Son," this is less visionary than its predecessor and feels like a transitional album and, like many transitional albums, it's intriguing and frustrating in equal measures. ~ Stephen Thomas Erlewine https://www.allmusic.com/album/miles-in-the-sky-mw0000652711

Personnel:  Miles Davis – trumpet, cornet on "Stuff" and "Country Son";  Wayne Shorter – tenor saxophone;  Herbie Hancock – piano, electric piano on "Stuff";  Ron Carter – bass, electric bass on "Stuff";  Tony Williams – drums;  George Benson – electric guitar on "Paraphernalia"

Miles In The Sky

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Helen Merrill - Just Friends

Styles: Vocal, Jazz
Year: 1989
File: MP3@320K/s
Time: 44:51
Size: 106,1 MB
Art: Front

(5:51)  1. Cavatina
(6:16)  2. It Never Entered My Mind
(4:41)  3. Just Friends
(6:04)  4. It Don't Mean A Thing (If It Ain't Got That Swing)
(2:53)  5. Baby Ain't I Good To You
(2:57)  6. It's Not Easy Being Green
(4:05)  7. If You Go Away
(6:46)  8. Yesterdays
(5:17)  9. Music Maker

Veteran singer Helen Merrill is greatly assisted on this fine set by the warm tenor of Stan Getz, who was always a perfect choice for accompanying vocalists. With pianist Joachim Kuhn (replaced by Torrie Zito on three of the nine songs), bassist Jean-Francois Jenny-Clark and drummer Daniel Humair completing the group, Merrill sounds quite inspired on such selections as "Just Friends," "It Don't Mean a Thing," "Yesterdays" and even "It's Not Easy Being Green." Virtually all of Helen Merrill's recordings are special events because of the planning and intelligent ideas that go into them; this recommended set is no exception. ~ Scott Yanow https://www.allmusic.com/album/just-friends-mw0000203447

Personnel:  Vocals – Helen Merrill;  Tenor Saxophone – Stan Getz;   Bass – Jean-François Jenny-Clark;  Drums – Daniel Humair;  Piano – Joachim Kühn, Torrie Zito 

Just Friends

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The Ellis Marsalis Trio - Twelve's It

Styles: Piano Jazz
Year: 1998
File: MP3@320K/s
Time: 76:27
Size: 229,1 MB
Art: Front

( 5:16)  1. Twelve's It
( 6:31)  2. Syndrome
( 6:03)  3. Homecoming
( 8:27)  4. Mozartin'
( 5:18)  5. Orchid Blue
( 2:22)  6. Friendships
(11:51)  7. The Surrey With The Fringe On Top
( 5:57)  8. I've Grown Accustomed To Her Face
( 6:00)  9. Tell Me
( 6:42) 10. All Good Intentions
( 7:40) 11. Zee Blues
( 4:14) 12. The Party's Over

The most famous and accomplished family in jazz history is the Marsalis family led by Ellis Marsalis. Ellis, the family's leader, is a highly respected master of piano and composition in the modern Jazz world; his eldest son, Branford Marsalis, is a great saxophone player and film soundtrack; the second child, Wynton Marsalis, is in the music world. Not only did he succumb to the classical and jazz world at the same time, Zhang Zhang’s well-received album made him famous as Miles Davis after the 1980s; although the third child Delfeayo was not as well known as other family members who established the Marsalis dynasty, his skills behind the scenes. It should not be underestimated. The youngest son, Jason, has a deep knowledge of the drums. In addition, as with other members of the Marsalis family, his strength in creation and production is quite impressive. This album, created by Ellis Marsalis and the youngest son, Jason, brings out the outstanding instrumentality of Ellis's knives and the excellent musical talents of the younger son Jason. The album was recorded in the famous Snug Harbor bar in New Orleans, which recorded live performances by Ellis who led his latest lineup of trios, including of course Jason Marsalis. The album name is called "Twelve's It" because the title of the album is originally composed of 12 bars, and the 12 bars are also the basic structure of the blues. The blues are the mother of the jazz. Ellis hopes to use this album to chase this book. Tracing back to the simple spirit of jazz development, the album name was taken as "Twelve's It". In addition, the album has just collected 12 pieces of music, including Ellis' own creations and classics by others. Ellis's keen sense of enthusiasm with strong and lingering emotions, after Jason's rigorous production, shows a sense of incitement. It is hard to imagine such a wonderful multi-level work, which is from the hands of a talented drummer who is only 21 years old. This album, full of vivid rhythm curves, once again proves that the Marsalis family has an unpredictable top position in the jazz scene. http://www.books.com.tw/products/0020043222

Personnel:   Bass – Bill Huntington (tracks: 5, 6, 8, 12), Roland Guerin (tracks: 1 to 4, 7, 9 to 11);  Drums – Jason Marsalis;  Piano – Ellis Marsalis

Twelve's It

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Ty Causey - Mr. Mellow

Styles: Vocal, Smooth Jazz
Year: 2018
File: MP3@320K/s
Time: 42:59
Size: 99,5 MB
Art: Front

(3:45)  1. Shake & Dance
(3:53)  2. Uptown Girl
(4:04)  3. Feelin' That Vibe
(3:48)  4. I Can't Let Go
(3:48)  5. Mr. Mellow
(4:19)  6. Don't Stop (Let the Feelin' Flow)
(3:29)  7. Nobody Like You
(4:03)  8. Turn It Up (That's My Jam)
(4:02)  9. Can't Stop (So Emotional)
(3:52) 10. Love Will Always Find a Way
(3:51) 11. I Just Love Ya

Ty Causey's musical style is original and very unique. His smooth style is a Blend of Soulful R&B and Smooth contemporary jazz. His music production is very melodic which compliments his silky smooth vocal delivery. One of the most recognizable voices on the soul music scene today. Ty started his music career back in the late 1990's as a co-writer and featured vocalist for smooth jazz saxophonist Najee. Ty co-wrote and sang lead vocals on Najee's "Morning Tenderness" album. Since that time Causey has released twelve of his own full length Cds on his independent record label "Tyvonn Records". Ty's music has been define by many as "Feel Good Music"! Just put in and let it play!! https://store.cdbaby.com/cd/tycausey111

Mr. Mellow

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