Gary Peacock Trio - Eastward

Styles: Contemporary Jazz
Year: 1970
File: MP3@320K/s
Time: 60:03
Size: 138,9 MB
Art: Front

( 9:51)  1. Lessoning
( 6:12)  2. Nanshi
( 8:31)  3. Changing
( 5:28)  4. One Up
(13:50)  5. Eastward
( 6:20)  6. Little Abi
( 9:46)  7. Moor

One of Gary Peacock's rare Japanese-only albums for Columbia really dynamic trio work that's a lot more powerful than the bassist's later sides for ECM! Gary's working here with Masabumi Kikuchi on piano and Hiroshi Murakami on drums in a mode that's got the open-ended, long flowing energy that would emerge most strongly in Japanese trio sessions a few years later a style that's exploratory, but never too free and perfectly suited to the tonal colors that Peacock's always brought to his work on bass. The set is sophisticated, yet never full of itself with a great juxtaposition of lyrical and modern moments, carved out here with a heck of a lot of power! Titles include "Eastward", "One Up", "Changing", "Moor", "Little Abi", and "Nanshi". © 1996-2017, Dusty Groove, Inc. https://www.dustygroove.com/item/759931/Gary-Peacock:Eastward

Personnel:  Bass – Gary Peacock;  Drums – Hiroshi Murakami;  Piano – Masabumi Kikuchi

Eastward

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Johnny Griffin / Art Taylor Quartet - The Jamfs Are Coming!

Styles: Saxophone And Piano Jazz
Year: 1977
File: MP3@320K/s
Time: 37:19
Size: 86,1 MB
Art: Front

(16:23)  1. The Jamfs Are Coming, Wee Dot
( 1:22)  2. Wee
(19:33)  3. All The Things You Are

A pair of small nightclubs in Wihelmshaven, Germany provided the settings for these live performances led by tenor saxophonist Johnny Griffin. Accompanied by drummer Art Taylor, pianist Rein de Graaff, and either Koos Serierse or Henk Haverhoek on bass, Griffin is in top form. His explosive original blues, "The Jamfs Are Coming" ("JAMF" is an acronym for a well-known but unprintable expression), is a powerful opener recorded in 1977, with pulsing solos by de Graaff and Taylor as well. Following an unaccompanied coda, Griffin rapidly shifts gears into a brief up-tempo rendition of "Wee Dot," which is unfortunately faded out. The one-minute chorus of "Wee" is a complete performance that evidently closed a 1975 set. The LP wraps with an inspired take of "All the Things You Are," in which Griffin dodges the head initially then squeezes in a lick or two from "Happy Birthday" and a series of other humorous quotes throughout this frenzied 20-minute workout. Due to the evident demise of the various labels which have issued this music, it will be increasingly difficult to acquire. ~ Ken Dryden http://www.allmusic.com/album/the-jamfs-are-coming-mw0000906358

Personnel:  Saxophone [Tenor] – Johnny Griffin;  Bass – Henk Haverhoek,  Koos Serierse;  Drums – Art Taylor;  Piano – Rein De Graaff

The Jamfs Are Coming!

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Cecil Payne - Casbah

Styles: Saxophone And Piano Jazz
Year: 1985
File: MP3@320K/s
Time: 43:24
Size: 99,7 MB
Art: Front

(6:56)  1. Casbah
(6:54)  2. Carney
(8:18)  3. Wave
(5:52)  4. A Walkin' Thing
(3:36)  5. Time After Time
(5:49)  6. How Deep Is the Ocean
(5:55)  7. Bosco

This excellent effort is slightly unusual in that baritonist Cecil Payne (who doubles a bit on flute) is joined by a pianoless and drumless rhythm section (pianist Richard Wyands, guitarist Joe Carter and bassist Stafford James). The intimate setting suits Payne well, who is in top form on such numbers as Tadd Dameron's "Casbah," a song dedicated to Harry Carney (simply called "Carney"), Benny Carter's "A Walkin' Thing" and Payne's "Bosco." Cecil Payne remains one of the most underrated baritonists of the bop era; this small-label LP is a fine example of his talents. ~ Scott Yanow http://www.allmusic.com/album/casbah-mw0000106743

Cecil Payne (baritone sax) Richard Wyands (piano) Joe Carter (guitar) Stafford James (bass)

Casbah

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Lisa Lovbrand - Let Me Love You

Styles: Vocal Jazz
Year: 2011
File: MP3@320K/s
Time: 51:39
Size: 119,2 MB
Art: Front

(3:51)  1. Hot 'N' Cold
(3:26)  2. Ain't Givin' Up
(3:21)  3. No Maybes
(3:39)  4. I Will Wait For You
(2:40)  5. Truly
(4:27)  6. The Best Of Me
(3:58)  7. No Breaking Point
(5:57)  8. Tear Of Love
(3:54)  9. Don't Think Twice
(4:46) 10. Let's Get It On
(4:10) 11. We Just Met
(4:04) 12. Over The Rainbow
(3:21) 13. Lady 'Til The End Of Time

Born: in Stockholm on 27 October 1978. Background: Grew up in Dorothea in 1999 where she was named Miss Lapland. Recently released jazz album “Embrace Able”. Lives: Dorothea and Malibu in California. Qualifications: Studied at the American Musical and Dramatic Academy in New York. Acting Assignment: Four feature films, including the hit “Stuck On You” with Matt Damon. Current: With the feature film “Attack Force” in which Lisa plays the female lead in Steven Seagal. https://ujiyasu.wordpress.com/2010/05/02/lisa-lovbrand/

Let Me Love You

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Lester Young - The Jazz Giants

Styles: Saxophone Jazz
Year: 1956
File: MP3@320K/s
Time: 42:31
Size: 100,9 MB
Art: Front

( 9:35)  1. I Guess I'll Have To Change My Plan
(10:06)  2. I Didn't Know What Time It Was
( 6:54)  3. Gigantic Blues
( 6:49)  4. This Year's Kisses
( 9:06)  5. You Can Depend On Me

Even critics who feel (against the recorded evidence to the contrary) that little of tenor saxophonist Lester Young's postwar playing is at the level of his earlier performances make an exception for this session. Young was clearly inspired by the other musicians (trumpeter Roy Eldridge, trombonist Vic Dickenson, pianist Teddy Wilson, guitarist Freddie Green, bassist Gene Ramey, and drummer Jo Jones), who together made for a very potent band of swing all-stars. The five songs on this album include some memorable renditions of ballads and a fine version of "You Can Depend on Me," but it is the explosive joy of the fiery "Gigantic Blues" that takes honors. This set, a real gem, is highly recommended. ~ Scott Yanow http://www.allmusic.com/album/the-jazz-giants-56-mw0000192693

Personnel: Lester Young (tenor saxophone); Freddie Green, Herb Ellis (guitar); Buddy DeFranco (clarinet); Flip Phillips (tenor saxophone); Dizzy Gillespie, Roy Eldridge (trumpet); Vic Dickenson, Bill Harris (trombone); Oscar Peterson, Teddy Wilson (piano); Jo Jones All Stars , Jo Jones , Louie Bellson (drums).

The Jazz Giants

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Benny Green - Magic Beans

Styles: Piano Jazz
Year: 2013
File: MP3@320K/s
Time: 51:57
Size: 119,5 MB
Art: Front

(4:20)  1. Benny's Crib
(7:02)  2. Kenny Drew
(3:45)  3. Flying Saucer
(4:48)  4. Jackie McLean
(5:04)  5. Vanished
(4:11)  6. Harold Land
(5:35)  7. Magic Beans
(5:42)  8. Paraphrase
(4:45)  9. La Portuguesa
(6:40) 10. Further Away

Pianist Benny Green delivers his first album of all-original material with 2013's Magic Beans. Joining Green here is the superb rhythm section of bassist Peter Washington and drummer Kenny Washington. Green has long evinced the influence of such jazz giants as Thelonious Monk and Bud Powell, and Magic Beans is no exception, with cuts like "Flying Saucer" and "Paraphrase" bringing to mind the angular bop lines of those artists. Similarly, as directly stated in the song titles, "Harold Land," "Kenny Drew," and "Jackie McLean" are also clearly on Green's mind, with the aforementioned tracks truly conjuring their titles' inspirations. Elsewhere, Green reveals an introspective, atmospheric side with the lyrical ballads "Vanished" and "La Portuguesa." Ultimately, Magic Beans is an urbane and swinging mix of straight-ahead small-group jazz that showcases Green's inventive original compositions and lithe, tradition-steeped jazz chops. ~ Matt Collar http://www.allmusic.com/album/magic-beans-mw0002475943

Personnel: Benny Green (piano); Kenny Washington (drums).

Magic Beans

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David Kikoski - Almost Twilight

Styles: Piano Jazz
Year: 1999
File: MP3@320K/s
Time: 66:35
Size: 152,7 MB
Art: Front

( 3:23)  1. Waiting For G.M
(12:17)  2. Rose Part 1&2
( 9:07)  3. Water
( 8:06)  4. Games
( 6:15)  5. Almost Twilight
( 7:13)  6. Betrayal
( 6:35)  7. Blues In The Face
( 7:30)  8. Opportunity
( 6:05)  9. Immediacy

Although David Kikoski has done great work as a member of Roy Haynes's band, he is at his absolute best in a trio setting such as this. His previous effort, The Maze, never managed to take flight; it was as though Kikoski's hands were tied by the quartet format. But here he returns in top form on his third Criss Cross release, an all-original trio outing. The formidable pianist is supported by John Patitucci on bass and Jeff "Tain" Watts on drums, the very rhythm section that appears on Joey Calderazzo's equally excellent trio album of the same year. "Rose, Part 1 & 2" ranks as one of Kikoski's most swinging, inspired compositions to date. Other highlights include the frenetic, polyrhythmic "Water," the funky and complex "Betrayal," and the ambitious rubato-to-swing "Opportunity." Patitucci's solos on the slow "Blues in the Face" and the up-tempo "Immediacy" are also show-stoppers, as is Watt's solo on the latter. At times, Kikoski's playing and writing can seem coldly technical, but he is nonetheless one of the most compelling pianists on the scene. Along with 1995's self-titled disc and 1998's Inner Trust, Almost Twilight is an essential entry in his steadily growing catalog. ~ David R.Adler http://www.allmusic.com/album/almost-twilight-mw0000619505

Personnel:  Dave Kikoski (piano);  Jeff "Tain" Watts (drums)

Almost Twilight

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Emi Meyer - Monochrome

Size: 102,4 MB
Time: 35:48
File: MP3 @ 320K/s
Released: 2015/2017
Styles: Jazz/Pop/Soul Vocals
Art: Front

01. Odyssey (4:31)
02. If I Think Of You (3:34)
03. Monochrome (3:41)
04. I'd Rather Go Blind (3:51)
05. Paraiso (4:06)
06. Home (4:12)
07. Master Piece (4:17)
08. Flesh And Bones (3:18)
09. What A Wonderful World (4:14)

With an interesting blend of jazz, soul and pop, Tokyo-based singer/songwriter Emi Meyer has carved out a wide-ranging career in Japan with her songs featured in TV, movies and advertising, and her performances ranging from small jazz clubs to major stages throughout Asia. For her debut U.S. recording, Meyer combines music from a set recorded in Paris with Belgian pianist Eric Legnini's French quartet, and new originals recorded in Seattle and featuring guitarist Dan Balmer & pianist Dawn Clement. From her own compositions to classics like "I'd Rather Go Blind" from Etta James' songbook, Michael Buble's "Home," or "What A Wonderful World," Emi's intimate readings project poignancy and grace, tying them all together in an engaging package.

Monochrome

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Aaron Bing - Aaron Bing

Size: 98,6 MB
Time: 42:02
File: MP3 @ 320K/s
Released: 2017
Styles: Jazz: Smooth Jazz
Art: Front

01. Endless Moment (4:09)
02. Gentle Beauty (4:12)
03. New Beginning (3:48)
04. Where We're Supposed To Be (Feat. Jd Greer) (4:25)
05. Outside The Box (4:04)
06. On The Go (3:57)
07. Open Your Eyes (4:50)
08. Language Of Us (Feat. Taalib York) (4:14)
09. Imagine (4:25)
10. Gift Of Life (3:54)

When Aaron Bing plays, most people sit back and take notice. Bing wants his listeners to hear the best music possible, not categorize his musical style. His music is unlike any on the current Jazz scene. It combines several genres and creates a bran-new sound.

If you listen closely to his debut LP, one might say, you'll find R&B drum tracks as well as classical strings. "My music is multi-faced," he says. "It's a mixture of Jazz, R&B and classical. I wrote from my emotions and feelings. I went with what was true from my heart. I wrote and produced all of the songs on my album. My music represents who I am. When someone listens to my music they hear character... it reflects my personality."

What sets me apart from other Jazz artists is that I am just being myself. I'm not trying to follow a certain style. I have my own individuality, and I'm just being sincere in my craft."

Bing's music deeply intertwines with the emotion of love, joy, happiness and sorrow. However, there is a passionate and romantic feeling through his songs. "Feelings, emotions and what I feel in terms of the ups and downs of relationships or any other experiences I might go thru in life figure into my songs. When a song comes into my head, I pick-up my saxophone and play the melody. After that, I go over to the piano and start structuring a song."

Aaron Bing is an instrumentalist whose music will skyrocket in the industry. He is not afraid to belt out his scales and riffs with precise timing. We are sure that his super talent and abundance of self-confidence will keep him on the scene for a long time to come.

Aaron Bing

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Blossom Dearie - Blossom Dearie Sings (45th Anniversary Edition)

Size: 110,7 MB
Time: 47:09
File: MP3 @ 320K/s
Released: 2017
Styles: Jazz/Pop Vocals
Art: Front

01. I'm Shadowing You (3:39)
02. Saving My Feeling For You (3:45)
03. Sunday Afternoon (3:41)
04. Somebody New (2:53)
05. I Like You, You're Nice (2:39)
06. Baby, You're My Kind (3:30)
07. Home (4:04)
08. Hey John (3:12)
09. You Have Lived In Autumn (2:56)
10. Flame To Fire (3:40)
11. Baby, You're My Kind (Work Lead) (3:25)
12. Home (Alternate Version) (4:04)
13. I Like You, You're Nice (Alternate Version) (1:54)
14. Sunday Afternoon (Alternate Version) (3:42)

Blossom Dearie wrote her first song, "Blossom's Blues," in late 1956, a coy response to similar songs from female singers of the era. The first and last lyrics she would ever write would be, "If you don't like my peaches baby, why do you shake my tree?"

In London, in the mid-60's, Blossom was visiting a friend when Brit-rocker Georgie Fame came on the radio. Her friend's children went wild and began to dance around the living room. Blossom was so taken that she sat down at the piano and began a melody, her friend, Sandra Harris, wrote the words, and Sweet Georgie Fame along with Blossom's earliest demo recordings of her own songs were born. From then on Blossom stayed on the music side and let talented friends supply the lyrics. Sweet Georgie Fame, and the real Georgie Fame stayed in England, but ten tracks, all written by Blossom Dearie, were about to make their way back home to New York.

From 1965-1970 Blossom recorded four albums for Fontana Records in England. After her tenure at Fontana ended she started to shop demo recordings, mostly of her own songs, around to record labels in Europe and the United States. In 1972 she crafted together a master tape that was to serve as a delivered album that a label could pick up and release on the spot. She financed, and friend (and fellow jazz artist) Bob Dorough produced. The studio was not exactly state of the art, the bathroom was across the street, but Michel Legrand stopped in, and Johnny Mercer hung out through most of the recording. The most notable of the tracks are "I'm Shadowing You" written with Mercer(pre-Watergate) as well as "Hey John" which was a thank you to new friend John Lennon for digging being on the same television show together.

It was at an unnamed record label in 1973 that the last denial took place. Either the label was not interested or they were offering a paltry sum for the master tape. According to Blossom, she said, "The hell with this!" Took her master, commiserated with her buddy Johnny Mercer, and decided to start her own label. He aptly named it "Daffodil Records" for her. Blossom was the second female artist to produce and shop her own master and the first successful female artist who headed her own record label.

A year after final recording Daffodil Records released, Blossom Dearie Sings. This was because, Blossom Dearie, Sings, Plays Piano, Writes the Songs, Arranges the Music, and Produces the Record wouldn't fit on the record sleeve. However that would be the template for the rest of the Daffodil catalog. Whitney Balliet of the New Yorker supplied the original liner notes starting by saying, "Everything about Blossom Dearie is just right.(musically)" He finished by remarking, "If things go askew or do not fit into her plans, they don't exist."

Blossom Dearie Sings is not just an album, but the determined effort of one of the world's most unique jazz artists to continue her career. Her way. For her fans. Around the time of this album's release Blossom played Carnegie Hall and transitioned from a nightclub entertainer to a concert performer. Thirteen more albums would follow on Daffodil as would hundreds of thousands of international miles of concert tours. All under the direction of Blossom herself.

Blossom's family and Daffodil Records are proud to offer this album remastered and in stereo with four bonus tracks.

Blossom Dearie Sings

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Jo Stafford - It Had To Be You: Lost Radio Recordings

Size: 137,7 MB
Time: 57:43
File: MP3 @ 320K/s
Released: 2017
Styles: Jazz/Pop Vocals
Art: Front

01. It Had To Be You (2:45)
02. Nevertheless (I'm In Love With You) (2:49)
03. Ain't Misbehavin' (2:34)
04. I'll Get By (2:29)
05. Little Girl Blue (3:27)
06. It's A Lovely Day Today (2:25)
07. You Love Me Just As I Love You (2:20)
08. Rain (2:23)
09. Can't We Talk It Over (1:49)
10. Teardrops From My Eyes (2:36)
11. I Love The Guy (2:50)
12. Orange Colored Sky (2:04)
13. Drink To Me Only With Thine Eyes (2:32)
14. It's A Marshmallow World (2:10)
15. When My Sugar Walks Down The Street (1:47)
16. Row, Row, Row (2:13)
17. Where, Oh Where (2:33)
18. In The Still Of The Night (2:06)
19. Use Your Imagination (2:26)
20. The Old Man Of The Mountain (2:06)
21. I've Got The World On A String (1:59)
22. Dixieland Band (2:08)
23. Dream A Little Dream Of Me (2:36)
24. They Can't Take That Away From Me (2:25)

Possessing a tone as clear as a bell, perfect diction and phrasing, and no shortage of personality, Jo Stafford was one of the greatest and best-selling female singers of the pre-rock and roll era and beyond; whether it’s her early sides with the Tommy Dorsey Orchestra and The Pied Pipers or her classic solo recordings for the Capitol and Columbia labels with arranger/conductor husband Paul Weston, there is no mistaking the sound of that magnificent voice. Now, we at Real Gone Music have a very special treat for fans of this superb, yet to some degree overlooked, vocalist: a treasure trove of 24 radio performances taken from the Carnation Contented Hour, which Jo co-hosted on the Columbia Broadcasting System. These previously unreleased 1950-1951 recordings come to us from the Tony Martin estate courtesy of Michael Feinstein and with the blessing of Jo’s son Tim Weston, and are taken from original master tapes, not transcription discs; remastered by Mike Milchner at SonicVision, these are studio quality sessions and thus a major, major find in the Jo Stafford discography. It is such a treat to hear Jo interpret songs like “Dream a Little Dream of Me,” “Ain’t Misbehavin’” and “I’ve Got the World on a String” that became big hits for other artists; Joe Marchese’s notes put it all in context along with rare photographs from that golden era.

It Had To Be You

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David Ian - Vintage Christmas Trio

Size: 80,2 MB
Time: 34:35
File: MP3 @ 320K/s
Released: 2017
Styles: Jazz, Hollidays
Art: Front

01. Deck The Halls (4:23)
02. It Came Upon A Midnight Clear (3:49)
03. Joy To The World (3:06)
04. White Christmas (3:26)
05. Good King Wenceslas (3:35)
06. I Heard The Bells On Christmas Day (3:28)
07. We Three Kings (3:08)
08. Up On The Housetop (3:26)
09. Silver Bells (3:33)
10. O Come, All Ye Faithful (2:39)

VINTAGE CHRISTMAS TRIO is pianist David Ian's long-awaited full-length follow up to his debut success Vintage Christmas (2011).

VINTAGE CHRISTMAS TRIO features instrumental-only jazz trio interpretations of Christmas favorites using the most minimal elements--highlighting Ian's craft as pianist and arranger. David Ian's delightful performances transport you to an era that birthed the most sentimental songs of this season.

The lyrical bass solos of Jon Estes tastefully splash their way on numerous tracks supported by the clever drumwork of Josh Hunt, who together comprise a perfectly ornamental rhythm section.

The opener, 'Deck the Halls' welcomes in the Christmas spirit with a swinging trio. Ian's signature sound shines throughout the album as he transforms the often stately 'Joy to the World' into a jazz/blues injected festivity and then carries the listener into a dreamier state with the ever-loved classic 'White Christmas.'

'We Three Kings' takes on a new form with a reflective mood; an unexpected arrangement of a Christmas classic, more forgotten in recent years. In 'Silver Bells,' Ian masterfully and fluidly switches back and forth from swing to straight time.

The close of the album is a solemn 'O Come, All Ye Faithful,' stripped down to just piano and percussion. If you listen closely, your ears might catch the chirps of a winter bird complementing this moving musical performance.

Vintage Christmas Trio

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Reg Schwager - Songbook

Size: 120,6 MB
Time: 51:54
File: MP3 @ 320K/s
Released: 2017
Styles: Jazz Vocals
Art: Front

01. Bygones (Feat. Jeannette Lambert, Allison Au, Steve Wallace & Michel Lambert) (4:08)
02. Kisses Of Summer (Feat. John Alcorn & Don Thompson) (4:11)
03. O Que Tinha Que Dar (Feat. Luanda Jones, Mike Murley, Allison Au, Amanda Tosoff, Maninho Costa & Fabio Ragnelli) (4:52)
04. Whoop-De-Doo (Feat. John Alcorn & Steve Wallace) (4:21)
05. Splintered Dream (Feat. Jeannette Lambert, Don Thompson & Amanda Tosoff) (4:33)
06. Dreamcatcher (Feat. Jeannette Lambert, William Sperandei & Maninho Costa) (3:55)
07. Valsa Eterea (Feat. Luanda Jones, Kiki Misumi, Allison Au & Amanda Tosoff) (4:47)
08. Another Winter (Feat. Jeannette Lambert & Amanda Tosoff) (3:47)
09. Checkin' Out (Feat. John Alcorn, Steve Wallace & Fabio Ragnelli) (4:15)
10. Provence (Feat. Jeannette Lambert, Michel Lambert & Perry White) (3:56)
11. September's Waltz (Feat. John Alcorn & Don Thompson) (3:52)
12. Crow's Call (Feat. Jeannette Lambert, Brodie West & Michel Lambert) (5:13)

The album introduces some wonderful new songs written by Reg with lyrics by the vocalists on the album, Jeannette Lambert, John Alcorn and Luanda Jones.

As a child prodigy, Reg’s great musical passion was learning as many jazz songs as humanly possible, which eventually inspired his own songwriting. He has always had an affinity for vocal jazz helped by his long standing duo with his sister, vocalist Jeannette Lambert. One of their earliest songs, Bygones, opens the album. Other songs, such as Provence and Crow’s Cry, were written in the past year.

He continues to support and encourage vocal jazz expression in much of his work. This collection of some of his best songs is a testament to that. Jeannette Lambert is a respected singer, poet and multi-media artist. There is an appealing directness and deceptive simplicity to her work that belies an unusual depth of meaning and understanding – like a Miles Davis trumpet solo.

John Alcorn’s lyrics, like his singing, are a perfect blend of emotion and craft, as in the poignant ballad Kisses of Summer. His keen wit is also on display in the devilishly clever Whoop-De-Doo.

Valsa etérea and O que tinha que dar feature lyrics in Portuguese by Luanda Jones. Luanda grew up in a richly musical household in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. From diverse influences she has developed a style that radiates vitality, sophistication and charm.

The album also features inspired musical contributions from Allison Au, Amanda Tosoff, Brodie West, Don Thompson, Fabio Ragnelli, Kiki Misumi, Maninho Costa, Michel Lambert, Mike Murley, Perry White, Steve Wallace and William Sperandei.

Songbook

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Hank Mobley - Another Workout

Bitrate: MP3@320K/s
Time: 37:05
Size: 84.9 MB
Styles: Bop, Saxophone jazz
Year: 1961/2006
Art: Front

[5:02] 1. Out Of Joe's Bag
[7:39] 2. I Should Care
[7:41] 3. Gettin' And Jettin'
[8:40] 4. Hank's Other Soul
[8:01] 5. Hello, Young Lovers

Bass – Paul Chambers; Drums – "Philly" Joe Jones; Piano – Wynton Kelly; Tenor Saxophone – Hank Mobley. Originally recorded on December 5, 1961 at the Van Gelder Studio, Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey.

This LP has material from 1961 that for no real reason went unreleased until 1985. One song, "Three Coins in a Fountain," is from the same session that resulted in tenor saxophonist Hank Mobley's famous Workout session with guitarist Grant Green, pianist Wynton Kelly, bassist Paul Chambers and drummer Philly Joe Jones. The other five numbers -- three obscure Mobley originals, plus "I Should Care" and "Hello Young Lovers" -- are from the previously unheard December 5, 1961 session with the same personnel except for Green. Hank Mobley was in a prime period around this time, and all of his Blue Note recordings are well worth picking up. ~Scott Yanow

Another Workout

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Patti Page - Best Of Patti Page

Bitrate: MP3@320K/s
Time: 33:30
Size: 76.7 MB
Styles: Vocal
Year: 2003
Art: Front

[3:01] 1. Tennessee Waltz
[2:56] 2. Mockin' Bird Hill
[3:08] 3. Mister And Mississippi
[2:45] 4. Detour
[3:13] 5. I Went To Your Wedding
[2:44] 6. Why Don't You Believe Me
[2:26] 7. (How Much Is) That Doggie In The Window
[2:55] 8. Changing Partners
[2:31] 9. Cross Over The Bridge
[2:21] 10. Let Me Go Lover!
[2:50] 11. Allegheny Moon
[2:35] 12. Old Cape Cod

Has there ever been a more angelic voice for light pop and country music than Pattie Page? I doubt it; always pleasant, but with an occasional tone of heartbreak in her voice, Page is electric in ways that more animated performers will never be. "Mister and Mississippi" is one of the songs that makes one yearn for the days of great songwriting--it's recording is quite scratchy but it is nonetheless a keeper. "Tennessee Waltz" is the original mutli-tracked version and it lacks a bit of the poignancy of Page's solo versions (as performed on stage) but it is an interesting version of the tune nonetheless. "Changing Partners" is one of Page's most beautiful contributions to the art of song performance, and it is not the version used of late in Paul Thomas Anderson's film "The Master" (which was not performed by Page), but the recording here is my favorite. Overall, if you want a great collection of early Page songs with decent sound, this is a good one. This has very good quality in its selection of songs. ~Leslie Karen Rigsbey

Best Of Patti Page

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Steve Gadd Band - 70 Strong

Bitrate: MP3@320K/s
Time: 73:25
Size: 168.1 MB
Styles: Contemporary jazz
Year: 2015
Art: Front

[5:52] 1. Foam Home
[6:25] 2. Freedom Jazz Dance
[4:51] 3. Written In Stone
[6:53] 4. The Long Way Home
[6:47] 5. Sly Boots
[7:23] 6. Duke's Anthem
[6:53] 7. Elegant Squares
[6:43] 8. Desu
[5:25] 9. De Volta Ao Samba
[8:38] 10. Oh, Yeah
[7:31] 11. Blues For..

Steve Gadd: drums; Walt Fowler: trumpet, flugelhorn; Larry Goldings: keyboards, accordion; Jimmy Johnson: bass; Michael Landau: guitars.

Since the 70s, Steve Gadd has pretty much seen it and done it all, and recognized as one of the most influential drummers of the modern era, spanning numerous musical genres. His slippery cross-sticking between the hi-hat and snare drum amid new ways and means to generate a funk groove, along with his famous drum solo on the title track of Steely Dan's 1977 landmark album "Aja," are just a few noteworthy accreditations of a distinguished career. For example, he's performed on seminal jazz fusion albums for guitarist Al Di Meola and keyboardist Chick Corea while navigating tricky time signatures with the greatest of ease. Thus 70 Strong is a celebration of his 70th birthday as he performs with an all-star crew on an album that is a bit more up-tempo and briskly in the pocket than the rather discreet and probing, Gattitude (BFM Jazz, 2013).

The band locks into a loping and gradually ascending soulful, jazz funk motif on the title track of keyboardist Jan Hammer's (Mahavishnu Orchestra, Jeff Beck) jazz fusion classic Oh, Yeah? (Nemperor Records, 1976). Guitarist Michael Landau launches the piece with a rhythmic picking vamp, outlining the primary theme as Gadd lays down a rather suave groove leading to trumpeter Walt Fowler and Larry Goldings' (Fender Rhodes) sleek rendition of the principle melody. The soloists trade fours and raise the pitch as the guitarist ups the ante via heavily distorted sustain lines, where the frontline steps into the upper-register and even mimics Hammer's famous, recoiling synth riffs. Here and throughout, it's safe to say that the musicians' shimmering enthusiasm impel the celebratory nature of Gadd's 70th birthday and magnificent career. ~Glenn Astarita

70 Strong

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Sue Moreno, Chris Casello - City By Night

Bitrate: MP3@320K/s
Time: 39:09
Size: 89.6 MB
Styles: R&B/Blues/Jazz
Year: 2012
Art: Front

[2:04] 1. How High The Moon
[2:58] 2. Broken Hearted Melody
[3:29] 3. Man Of Many Promises
[2:31] 4. I'm Lookin'out The Window
[2:50] 5. City By Night
[3:15] 6. Polynesian Blues
[2:59] 7. I'm Confessin'(That I Love You)
[2:33] 8. My Love Has Gone
[3:44] 9. He's Evil
[2:56] 10. Mr Sandman
[4:07] 11. Fever
[3:17] 12. Dream A Little Dream
[2:19] 13. I'll Never Be The Same

After two European tours with the band members of Elvis Presley, Dutch singer Sue Moreno and American guitarist Chris Casello decided to join forces and started writing and working in the Fry Pharmacy studio in Nashville. 13 track CD contains five original tracks written by Sue Moreno and Chris Casello. Recorded in Nashville, Tennessee.

In an already successful career, Sue Moreno has appeared on many stages and in festivals all over Europe and the USA. Considering her varied repertoire, her charisma and her immense presence on stage, she is unique in her category. With her innate sense of swing and her overpowering sensuality, she is at ease with all jazz standards, the syncopated rhythms of rock and rhythm ’n’ blues, as well as the most evocative ballads and latino memories. Gifted with a sensuous voice in tune with her physique, this fiery brunette is at ease within all spheres of American music. She rarely misses a reminder to her idols, Marilyn Monroe, Peggy Lee, Julie London, Elvis Presley or Etta James etc…which she distills to her audience throughout her amazing shows.

City By Night

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Randy Weston - With These Hands

Styles: Piano Jazz
Year: 1956
File: MP3@320K/s
Time: 37:57
Size: 87,9 MB
Art: Front

(4:05)  1. The Man I Love
(2:55)  2. Serenade In Blue
(8:47)  3. I Can't Get Started With You
(3:03)  4. This Can't Be Love
(4:38)  5. These Foolish Things
(4:17)  6. Lifetime
(5:15)  7. Do Nothing Till You Hear From Me
(4:53)  8. Little Niles

With These Hands is one of pianist Randy Weston's lesser-known sets. Weston, who already had a fairly distinctive style, mostly sticks to standards (which is quite unusual for him), including "The Man I Love," "This Can't Be Love," and "Do Nothing Til You Hear from Me." A quartet is featured that also includes baritonist Cecil Payne (who would be a longtime associate), bassist Ahmed Abdul-Malik, and drummer Wilbert Hogan. However, the date does include two of Weston's originals and is actually highlighted by the debut of his famous "Little Niles."~ Scott Yanow http://www.allmusic.com/album/with-these-hands-mw0000087360

Personnel:  Randy Weston – piano;  Cecil Payne - baritone saxophone;  Ahmed Abdul-Malik – bass;  Wilbert Hogan - drums

With These Hands

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Lisa Ekdahl - Back To Earth

Styles: Jazz, Vocal
Year: 1997
File: MP3@320K/s
Time: 54:35
Size: 125,8 MB
Art: Front

(3:35)  1. Now Or Never
(4:48)  2. Nature Boy
(3:41)  3. Stranger On Earth
(6:12)  4. Laziest Girl In Town
(3:09)  5. It Had To Be You
(1:36)  6. Down With Love
(5:04)  7. What Is This Thing Called Love
(5:29)  8. Tea For Two
(3:20)  9. The Lonely One
(3:20) 10. I Get A Kick Out Of You
(3:24) 11. Just For A Thrill
(4:32) 12. Night And Day
(6:20) 13. Plaintive Rumba

At first, Lisa Ekdahl's squeaky, girlish voice may seem inappropriate for the pop standards she has chosen to make her trade, but given some time, her voice and laid-back style become endearing. True, she occasionally seems mannered and borrows heavily from her inspirations (most notably Billie Holiday), but she shows signs of developing her own style throughout her second American album, Back to Earth. Like its predecessor, When Did You Leave Heaven, Back to Earth was recorded with the Peter Nordahl Trio and has a charming mellow vibe. Nordahl has an elegant turn of phrase and his rhythm section drummer Ronnie Gardiner and bassist Patrik Boman has a light touch that keeps the focus on Ekdahl. It is true that her voice may strike some listeners as odd, but it's girlish, not thin, which means she can nail the emotions of the songs. There may be a few missteps here and there, but she delivers ballads ("What Is This Thing Called Love?," "The Laziest Gal in Town," "Now or Never") as well as swing ("Down with Love," "I Get a Kick Out of You"). Yes, the selections are a little predictable and Ekdahl is a bit of an acquired taste, but ultimately, Back to Earth is quite charming. ~ Stephen Thomas Erlewine http://www.allmusic.com/album/back-to-earth-mw0000231807

Personnel: Lisa Ekdahl (vocals); Peter Nordahl (piano); Patrik Boman (bass); Ronnie Gardiner (drums).

Back To Earth

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Teddy Wilson - Air Mail Special

Styles: Piano Jazz
Year: 1967
File: MP3@320K/s
Time: 49:10
Size: 113,0 MB
Art: Front

(4:36)  1. Air Mail Special (take 5)
(4:57)  2. Love (take 4)
(2:54)  3. Stella by Starlight/Laura
(3:46)  4. Seven Come Eleven
(3:43)  5. Lil' Darlin' (take 2)
(4:59)  6. Take the 'A' Train (take 2)
(5:31)  7. Avalon
(2:36)  8. The Second Time Around
(6:41)  9. Poor Butterfly
(2:35) 10. Ain't Misbehavin' (take 1)
(2:28) 11. I'm Thru' with Love
(4:24) 12. Air Mail Special (take 4)

After several years of near-silence on records (only one album as a leader during 1960-66), Teddy Wilson recorded on a much more regular basis for the next 15 years. This Black Lion set (partly cut on the same day as the Stomping at the Savoy CD) matches the great swing pianist with a few of London's best (clarinetist Dave Shepherd, vibraphonist Ronnie Gleaves, bassist Peter Chapman and drummer Johnny Richardson) on a variety of superior standards. The music, if a bit predictable, is quite enjoyable. 

~ Scott Yanow http://www.allmusic.com/album/air-mail-special-mw0000081309

Personnel:  Piano – Teddy Wilson;  Bass – Peter Chapman;  Clarinet – Dave Shepherd;  Drums – Johnnny Richardson;  Vibraphone – Ronnie Gleaves

Air Mail Special

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