Gloria Lynne - This One's on Me

Styles: Vocal
Year: 1998
File: MP3@320K/s
Time: 42:23
Size: 98,4 MB
Art: Front

(5:27) 1. This One's on Me
(3:35) 2. Angel Eyes
(2:22) 3. What a Difference a Day Makes
(3:40) 4. In the Wee Small Hours of the Morning
(4:01) 5. It's Autumn
(5:03) 6. While We're Young
(4:30) 7. Here's That Rainy Day
(2:42) 8. Snowbound
(3:37) 9. Let's Fall in Love
(2:50) 10. Wild Is Love
(4:30) 11. All Day Long

This is an okay set by veteran singer Gloria Lynne, but one that never really catches fire. Guitarist Rodney Jones was responsible for the arrangements (which are decent but not all that colorful) and produced the date, which finds Lynne backed by Jones, pianist Mike Renzi, bassist Benjamin Brown, either Akira Tana or Jesse Hameen II on drums and sometimes vibraphonist Mark Sherman and organist Bobby Forrester.

Although the material is fine, Lynne does not make such songs as "Angel Eyes," "What a Difference a Day Makes," "In the Wee Small Hours of the Morning" and "Here's That Rainy Day" sound as if they were written for her. The results are pleasing but fall short of their potential.~Scott Yanowhttps://www.allmusic.com/album/this-ones-on-me-mw0000036589

Personnel: Vocals – Gloria Lynne; Bass – Benjamin Brown; Drums – Akira Tana; Jesse "Cheese" Hameen II; Electric Guitar, Acoustic Guitar Rodney Jones; Organ – Bobby Forrester; Piano – Mike Renzi; Vibraphone – Mark Sherman

This One's on Me

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Eastern Rebellion - Just One Of Those...Nights At The Village Vanguard

Styles: Bop, Post Bop
Year: 1994
File: MP3@320K/s
Time: 68:28
Size: 158,5 MB
Art: Front

( 6:32) 1. Something In Common
( 8:09) 2. Precious Mountain
( 7:41) 3. A Child is Born
( 9:32) 4. Lover Man
( 9:37) 5. Jacob’s Ladder
(12:42) 6. Seven Minds
( 6:25) 7. Django
( 7:47) 8. Just One Of Those Things

First formed in 1974 and continuing on an irregular basis ever since, Eastern Rebellion is a cooperative group with pianist Cedar Walton the first among equals. The band's original lineup was Walton, bassist Sam Jones, drummer Billy Higgins, and tenor saxophonist Clifford Jordan. By 1975 and their first official recording, George Coleman was on tenor. In future years, trombonist Curtis Fuller would sometimes make the band a quintet, David Williams became the bassist, and Bob Berg (succeeded in the 1990s by Ralph Moore) took over the tenor spot; trumpeter Alfredo "Chocolate" Armenteros sat in on a 1983 recording. Eastern Rebellion has recorded for Timeless and (in 1990) Music Masters. Their debut recording from 1975 is definitive and has the classic version of Walton's "Bolivia."~Scott Yanowhttps://www.allmusic.com/artist/eastern-rebellion-mn0000139375/biography

Personnel: Bass – David Williams; Drums – Billy Higgins; Piano, Electric Piano – Cedar Walton; Tenor Saxophone, Soprano Saxophone – Ralph Moore

Just One Of Those...Nights At The Village Vanguard

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Brian Charette - Jackpot

Styles: Jazz, Post Bop
File: MP3@320K/s
Time: 47:50
Size: 110,1 MB
Art: Front

(5:10) 1. Polka Dot Pinup
(4:21) 2. Tight Connection
(6:54) 3. Triple Threat
(5:25) 4. Good Fortune
(4:16) 5. Upstairs
(7:05) 6. High Ball
(4:09) 7. Vague Reply
(5:22) 8. Jackpot
(5:06) 9. Unmasked

I’ve known Cory Weeds for many years and have always admired him as an artist and label owner. Last year, I had the idea for a new recording that would be more traditional than my other albums which often placed the organ in a more unconventional role with electronics and wind en- sembles. I wanted to write some pretty, swinging, bebop tunes with a classic approach that would give a nod to all my biggest influences; Jack McDuff, Melvin Rhyne, Don Patterson, Larry Young, and Jimmy Smith.

Cellar Music’s esthetic seemed like a perfect fit for the concept, as did Cory’s musicianship which is evidenced in the tracks here. Ed Cherry on guitar was an obvious choice. He’s lyrical, funky, and a brilliant accompanist. We’ve also worked together for many years and know each other’s style very well. Cory had worked with Bill Stewart before and suggested him as drummer for the group. I was naturally very excited to play with one of my heros. Bill’s hard swinging and masterful control were perfect for the date. With Jackpot, we’ve tried to deliver a super swinging session with memorable tunes and super soulful blowing. I hope you enjoy.https://www.allaboutjazz.com/album/jackpot-brian-charette

Personnel: Brian Charette (hammond B-3 org); Cory Weeds (sax); Bill Stewart (ds); Ed Cherry (g)

Jackpot

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