Another Sunday Special on this New Year's Eve. From his "Muddy Wolf at Red Rocks" live performance at Red Rocks Amphitheatre in Morrison, Colorado, on a CD/DVD set, here is Joe Bonamassa with "Love Ain't a Love Song", a tune he co-wrote with Jeffery Steele and Jerry Flowers for his "Different Shades of Blue" record, performed at Red Rocks in August of 2014.
Widespread Panic performs "Can't Get High" live at Red Rocks Amphitheatre in Morrison, CO on Saturday, June 24, 2023.
Recorded at Winterland in San Francisco, California, on August 4th, 1975, here is Ten Years After with lead guitarist and vocalist Alvin Lee, covering Muddy Waters' "Good Morning Little Schoolgirl". Check it out.
From their August 2nd, 2023, show at Madison Square Garden in New York, New York, here is Phish with a medley of "Meatstick" and "It's Ice".
From Bret "Jazz Video Guy" Primack. Duke Ellington, Stan Kenton, piano. From Music 55, a CBS TV summer replacement.
"The River Only Flows One Way (Original Mix)" is from the new Gov't Mule EP, Time of the Signs.
Merry Christmas! I was not sure I could find any full-fledged jazz arrangements of Christmas songs this year. However, your gift then, will be this performance by John Scofield on guitar and Joe Lovano on tenor sax. Here are the full details of the tune from the original post by Bret "Jazz Video Guy" Primack.
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Wabash (Scofield) John Scofield, guitar; Joe Lovano, tenor saxophone Anthony Cox, bass and John Riley on drums. From the 1990 Mt. Fuji Jazz Festival
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Duke Ellington, the legendary American jazz composer, pianist, and bandleader, was known for his distinctive piano playing style and his exceptional skills as a musician. He was a central figure in the development of jazz music, particularly during the early to mid-20th century.
As for Duke Ellington's piano, there is no single specific piano associated with him throughout his career. Over the years, he performed and recorded on various pianos, often using the instruments available at the venues where he played or the recording studios he used.
Ellington was known for his improvisational talents and unique approach to the piano, which combined elements of stride piano, blues, and classical influences. His piano playing was a key component of his band's sound and arrangements, as he frequently composed pieces that highlighted the individual talents of his band members.
Warren Haynes hosted the 32nd annual Christmas Jam benefit concert at Asheville's ExploreAsheville.com Arena.
https://www.jambase.com/article/govt-mule-billy-gibbons-slash-myles-kennedy-xmas-jam
A Merry Christmas to you. Here is your gift, and there might be another one coming on this Christmas Eve Sunday or on Christmas Day. Stay tuned.
Another track from Gov't Mule's EP "Time of The Signs", this one is "Blue, Blue Wind".
"Under the Tent" is from the new Gov't Mule EP: Time of the Signs LYRICS WE’RE ALL HERE- UNDER THE TENT ALL THE PIECES TO THE GAME- ALL THE MEMBERS OF THE CLUB SO MUCH TIME AND MONEY SPENT ANGELS AND ASSASSINS- PREACHING PEACE AND LOVE COME ONE, COME ALL GATHER ‘ROUND THE PODIUM- (EXPERIENCE THE MAGIC) LET US ENTERTAIN YOU- SATURATE AND DRAIN YOU ROB YOU OF YOUR SOUL AND STEAL YOU BLIND CAPTIVATE AND INFILTRATE YOUR MIND WE’RE ALL HERE- UNDER THE TENT ALL THE BROKEN HEARTED SOLDIERS WITH THEIR BROKEN LIVES SINGING "REAP BUT NEVER REPENT” ALL THEIR SHATTERED DREAMS CARVED UP WITH THEIR RUSTY KNIVES COME HITHER, COME YON OPEN UP YOUR ARMS- (FEEL THE MYSTERY) LET US IN YOUR HEARTS- THAT’S WHERE THE MAGIC STARTS DON’T BE SCARED TO LET US INSIDE JUST RELAX AND ENJOY THE RIDE IT’S A SHELTER FROM THE RAIN BUT NO SHIELD FROM MORTALITY GRAVITAS IN SPADES BUT A SHORTAGE OF MORALITY ORPHANS SEEKING MOTHERS- KILLERS SEEKING PEACE WE’RE ALL TRAPPED IN HERE TOGETHER- JUST WAITING TO BE RELEASED WE’RE ALL HERE- UNDER THE TENT SEARCHING FOR ENLIGHTENMENT- HIDING FROM THE TRUTH HELL BOUND BUT HEAVEN SENT UNLEASHED, UNREPENTANT, UNKEPT, AND UNCOUTH MATT THE HAT IS HERE- TOOTHY JOE AND MR. SHAKY ALL THE BROTHERS NABOKOV, KING RICHARD AND SENOR FLAKY MARTHA’S HERE TO SMOTHER YOU- SUZANNE IS HERE TO SAVE YOU THE BARKING BEASTS AND THE SOLDIERS WITH NO NAMES ARE HERE TO ENSLAVE YOU ALL THE WHILE THEY’LL MAKE THEIR MISSION KNOWN DO NOT VENTURE ON YOUR OWN JIMMY V IS HERE, CARMINE AND CORKY OZ THE WIZARD AND BUNGALOW BILL WILL BE HERE SHORTLY SIMON SAYS HE’S COMING- CLEVELAND MIGHT BE HERE TOMORROW ALL WITH AN AXE TO GRIND EVEN IF IT’S ONE THEY HAVE TO BORROW AND THE SAME LIGHTS THAT DREW US ALL IN ARE STILL EXPOSING OUR SIN WE’RE ALL HERE- UNDER THE TENT
As the title describes, Louis Gerrits is sharing an edited version of Steps Ahead's 1985 jazz pop tune "Magnetic Love" which includes Michael Brecker's tenor saxophone solo at the end of the tune. "Magnetic Love" itself is an instrumental. Here's the original track.
Steps Ahead "Magnetic Love" from the 1986 record "Magnetic". This is the final Steps Ahead record to feature Michael Brecker in the band. Michael Brecker on tenor saxophone is joined by Hiram Bullock, Chuck Loeb, and Paul Jackson Jr. on guitars, Peter Erskine on drums, percussion and synthesizers, Victor Bailey on bass, and keyboardists on piano, synthesizers, and synth programming, such as Warren Bernhard, Scott Martin, Robbie Kilgore, Phillip Ashley, and Kenny Kirkland, produced by the late, great George Duke.
Dig the live version and the record version. Jazz meets jazz fusion and '80s synth pop. Pretty cool.
From Bret "Jazz Video Guy" Primack.
Au Privave (Parker) from the Mt. Fuji Jazz Festival 1988 Jam Session. Roy Hargrove, trumpet; Robin Eubanks, trombone; Bobby Watson, alto saxophone; Johnny Griffin, tenor saxophone Renee Rosnes, piano; Marlene Rosenberg, bass and Cindy Blackman, drums.
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From Bret "Jazz Video Guy" Primack. Rare from 1957, Stan Getz and Donald Byrd.
Another tune from Gov't Mule's EP "Time of The Signs". This is "Time Stands Still".
A live performance by Gov't Mule of the song "Made My Peace" off their new "Peace... Like A River" record.
Chris Potter (sax) Edward Simon (p) Scott Colley (b) Nasheet Waits (dr) Live at Jazz Club Unterfahrt 08.03.23 https://www.unterfahrt.de/ Concert Production - Michael Stückl & Antonia Haseneder Video - Alzek Barco Recording & Mixing - Kseniya Kawko mixed@msm-studios, Munich https://www.msm-studios.com/
Widespread Panic performs "Goodpeople" into "Dark Bar" back into "Goodpeople" live at Red Rocks on Saturday, June 24, 2023.
Widespread Panic performs "City of Dreams" live at Red Rocks Amphitheatre on June 23, 2023.
From his CD/DVD "Live at Radio City Music Hall", here is Joe Bonamassa and his band performing "So What Would I Do?" This is a soul blues piece of his featuring Reese Wynans on Hammond organ, and the horn section including the tenor saxophone solo by Paulie Cerra. Bonamassa's main band these days includes:
From Bret "Jazz Video Guy" Primack.
All Things Known (Johnsen) Voice: Song Yi Jeon, Piano: Fanya Lin, Electric Bass: Romain Labaye, Drums: Russ Miller, Tabla: Ehren Hanson,
Electric Guitar: Nguyên Lê, Rhodes solo: Jerry Léonide, Flute: Itai Kriss, String Chamber Orchestra
A Sunday Special post this week, a new tune from Gov't Mule and a recently released EP. "Stumblebum" is from the new Gov't Mule EP, "Time of the Signs". LYRICS Mama I just don’t know where you’re coming from Don’t know what I’m gonna do Don’t know what you see in that stumblebum He’s gonna walk all over you Mama, my aim is true He ain’t got what I got He ain’t got your back Said I don’t know why you think he’s hot You’re gonna come crawling back You’re gonna come crawling back I need you- to listen to my plea I need you- to bring it home to me Mama I just don’t know where you’re coming from Don’t know what I’m gonna do Don’t know what you see in that stumblebum He’s gonna walk all over you Mama, my aim is true He don’t know what I know I know you inside and out. Yeah, I’m a little low on the cashflow But that ain’t what it’s all about Ain’t what it’s all about I need you- to listen to my plea I need you- to bring it on back to me He must have some money- he sure ain’t got no class You let down your guard baby- let him slip right on past Better test the waters- I don’t think they run too deep I know you’re playing with me, baby- but don’t you play me cheap Don’t you play me cheap Don’t you play me cheap Don’t you play me cheap Mama I just don’t know where you’re coming from Don’t know what I’m gonna do Don’t know what you see in that stumblebum He’s gonna walk all over you Mama, my aim is true Mama, my aim is true
The Susan Tedeschi and Derek Trucks Band perform Dr. John's "I Walk On Gilded Splinters" at Peach Fest 2023. Brought to you by Less Than Face Productions. Audio by Ken M.
Track six from Gregg Allman's 1987 solo record "I'm No Angel". This is "Can't Keep Running". Today, December 8th, would be Gregg's 76th birthday. Fortunate enough to have seen the Allman Brothers Band a number of times and also to see Gregg with his solo band, in 2015. This tune, featuring the late, great "Dangerous" Dan Toler on guitar, among others including Gregg on vocals and Hammond organ, was one of the hidden gems on the "I'm No Angel" record.
From Bret "Jazz Video Guy" Primack.
The Stillness (Johnsen) Voice: Michael Mayo, Guitar: Aliéksey Vianna, Piano: Noé Secula, Bass: Roberto Koch, Tabla: Ehren Hanson, Percussion: Aaron Szabo, Backround Voices: Eric Johnsen This piece expresses the complex feelings that can accompany a new romance: the combination of excitement and passion with uncertainty -- and the seismic tremors occurring beneath the ongoing search to discover one’s own path within the dynamics of such a partnership. As a whole, this piece is the oldest piece on the album, composed (and first recorded) over twenty years ago. Featured are piano and guitar solos, and the wonderful performance by singer Michael Mayo. Finding the right singer was the hardest task in producing The Stillness, but like the French musicians, Michael knew what to do, and with his combination of jazz mastery and soulfulness, took the melody to new heights. Eric Johnsen’s Liminality seeks to explore liminal spaces: that space at the threshold of profound change; the state of suspension between the death of what was, and the birth of what will be -- or could be.Combining an improvisational chamber ensemble with strings, Liminality weaves together jazz, fusion, and world beats with chamber and orchestral elements. The music ranges from strictly composed to purely improvisational. Textures range from the power of the full ensemble with chamber string orchestra to the delicacies of solo and duet performances. At times the music floats in ethereal spaces; at other times it is rhythmically driving, anchored by American, Indian, and Afro-Cuban influences. All music composed and produced by Eric Johnsen. For more info: http://ericjohnsenmusic.com
From Bret "Jazz Video Guy" Primack.
Undertow (Johnsen) Electric Guitar: Nguyên Lê Elecric Bass: Romain Labaye From leaving behind the security of partnership, to facing a new, precarious world as an older single person, Undertow begins the second set of music on this album. And like First Impressions, Undertow serves as a prelude of sorts. Yet it’s purely electronic nature distinguishes itself from the rest of the album. Most of the tracks are synthesized and programmed by Eric, save for the two featured French artists: bassist Romain Labaye, and guitarist extraordinaire Nguyên Lê. Along with pianists Noé Secula and Jerry Léonide, working with these French musicians brought Eric into contact with the depth of musical artistry and camaraderie that can be found in that country. “It was a joy to with these guys,” Eric explained. “They are technically superb, highly intuitive, and have the ability to get inside my music with very little direction and take it to new places.” In particular, Nguyên’s short but searing solo here perfectly reflects the message of the piece: in the realm of late-term relationships, beware of underlying currents when playing in the surf zone. Path of Heart (Johnsen) Voice: Song Yi Jeon, Piano: Doug Martin, Bass: Roberto Koch, Drums: Chris Wabich, Flute: Itai Kriss, Tabla: Ehren Hanson, Percussion: Tony Redhouse, Background Voices: Eric Johnsen, Cello: Ted Buchholz, String Quintet: Violin, Viola:Tim Kantor, Cello: Ted Buchholz, Bass: Philip Alejo and String Chamber Orchestra Undertow goes straight into Path of Heart without pause, save for the static, sustained sonority in the strings that connects the two. Path of Heart is inspired by the writings of Carlos Castaneda. In a particular passage, the sorcerer Don Juan describes to his apprentice the purpose of his life journey: For me there is only the traveling on paths that have heart, on any path that may have heart, and the only worthwhile challenge is to traverse its full length – and there I travel looking, looking breathlessly. (Such an approach to life was also embraced by Eric’s late dear friend, Manny Aldaz, to whom the piece is dedicated.) An abrupt transition into a mystical “swamp” begins this winding musical path, featuring flute and cello, before solo strings take over to complete the extensive introduction. After the improvisational ensemble states the two main themes, strings briefly return to the forefront, before morphing into a string quintet that accompanies the opening of the flute solo. Piano and drum solos follow, before the ensemble restates the second theme, with strings and voice finally bringing the piece back to the mystical realm – though, like the path of a sorcerer, without ever truly getting home; from this path there is no longer a home from which to go back. Eric Johnsen’s Liminality seeks to explore liminal spaces: that space at the threshold of profound change; the state of suspension between the death of what was, and the birth of what will be -- or could be.Combining an improvisational chamber ensemble with strings, Liminality weaves together jazz, fusion, and world beats with chamber and orchestral elements. The music ranges from strictly composed to purely improvisational. Textures range from the power of the full ensemble with chamber string orchestra to the delicacies of solo and duet performances. At times the music floats in ethereal spaces; at other times it is rhythmically driving, anchored by American, Indian, and Afro-Cuban influences. All music composed and produced by Eric Johnsen. For more info: http://ericjohnsenmusic.com
Enjoy this excerpt from Gambale's guitar solo on the slippery chord changes of The Throne of Savitar.
A great tune, by the way. First heard this one on the trio record "Gambale, Hamm, & Smith" with Frank Gambale on guitar, Stu Hamm on bass, and Steve Smith on drums.
From their July 25th, 2023, show at the TD Pavilion at the Mann in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, here is Phish with their tune "The Well".
A Sunday Special this week with Gov't Mule's new tune "Under The Tent" from the band's new EP "Time of The Signs". The band is Warren Haynes on led and slide guitar, and vocals, Danny Louis on keyboards and vocals, Jorgen Carlsson on bass, and Matt Abts on drums.
Revisiting the tune "Fuego" by Phish. This version dates to their July 29th, 2023 show at Madison Square Garden in New York, New York.
Full Album Friday this week featuring avant garde jazz saxophonist Anthony Braxton and his 1991 quartet record "Willisau". The band lineup is:
From Bret "Jazz Video Guy" Primack.
George Adams was an American jazz saxophonist and composer. He was born on April 29, 1940, in Covington, Georgia, USA, and passed away on November 14, 1992, in New York City.
George Adams was known for his powerful tenor saxophone playing and his contributions to the jazz scene. He was a member of Charles Mingus' band during the 1970s, and he also collaborated with other jazz luminaries like Gil Evans, McCoy Tyner, and Roy Haynes. Adams had a strong presence and a distinct sound that earned him recognition as a skilled and influential jazz musician.
Throughout his career, George Adams recorded numerous albums as a bandleader and as a sideman, showcasing his versatility and proficiency in various jazz styles.
From Bret "Jazz Video Guy" Primack.
Where the North Wind Blows (Johnsen) guitar - Aliéksey Vianna drums - Daniel Dor tabla - Ehren Hanson voices - Eric Johnsen Where the North Wind Blows stands in sharp contrast to the previous duet (with the two running together). This fusion piece gives musical expression to an unexpected end to a long and loving partnership, As such, it is a little frenzied by design, beautifully driven by Israeli drummer Daniel Dor (formerly with bassist Avishai Cohen), and with an aggressive presence by the strings. Throughout the album there are programmed tracks that Eric blends with actual performers (usually incidental percussion parts), but on this piece programmed tracks take on a more prominent role as the Rhodes and bass tracks. Eric also sings on this, in a kind of background, ambient capacity. Co-producer Doug Martin heard something in Eric’s (untrained) voice which he thought might compliment the music, and so convinced Eric to try it. With the help of Doug and co-producer/engineer Wiley Ross, it worked. In the tradition of vinyl, Eric structured this album as consisting of two sets – a side A and side B; this piece closes out the first side. Eric Johnsen’s Liminality seeks to explore liminal spaces: that space at the threshold of profound change; the state of suspension between the death of what was, and the birth of what will be -- or could be. Combining an improvisational chamber ensemble with strings, Liminality weaves together jazz, fusion, and world beats with chamber and orchestral elements. The music ranges from strictly composed to purely improvisational. Textures range from the power of the full ensemble with chamber string orchestra to the delicacies of solo and duet performances. At times the music floats in ethereal spaces; at other times it is rhythmically driving, anchored by American, Indian, and Afro-Cuban influences. All music composed and produced by Eric Johnsen. For more info: http://ericjohnsen.com
From Bret "Jazz Video Guy" Primack.
Patience (Johnsen) Guitar, Voice: Aliéksey Vianna Piano: Noé Secula The title of this guitar/piano duet largely speaks for itself: pressing on when obstacles abound, and success eludes. Over the course of years, the production of this music took Eric through this quagmire on several occasions. In the end patience – and steadfast determination – won out. This piece represents a humble testimonial for any artist who must find their own way through the storms they confront and perhaps create. Taking up harmonically where The Dreamers leaves off, Patience is strictly written, except for a guitar/voice improvisation during the middle section (atempo), and an extended piano improvisation at the end. Eric Johnsen’s Liminality seeks to explore liminal spaces: that space at the threshold of profound change; the state of suspension between the death of what was, and the birth of what will be -- or could be.Combining an improvisational chamber ensemble with strings, Liminality weaves together jazz, fusion, and world beats with chamber and orchestral elements. The music ranges from strictly composed to purely improvisational. Textures range from the power of the full ensemble with chamber string orchestra to the delicacies of solo and duet performances. At times the music floats in ethereal spaces; at other times it is rhythmically driving, anchored by American, Indian, and Afro-Cuban influences. All music composed and produced by Eric Johnsen. For more info: http://ericjohnsen.com
Widespread Panic performs "Shut Up And Drive" live at Red Rocks Amphitheatre in Morrison, Colorado, on June 23, 2023.
From Bret "Jazz Video Guy" Primack.
In 2005 Eric took a transformative trip to the Amazon rainforest, and spent some time with the indigenous Achuar people. The Achuar are a dream culture; they believe the world of dreams is the true waking state, and what we perceive as being awake is really being asleep. For years they have been fighting to protect their land and lives from the ever-encroaching fossil fuel industry, with the help of the San Francisco-based NGO Pachamama Alliance. This was a unique alliance between the modern world of the North, and the indigenous world of the South. Yet the message from the Achuar has always been clear: If you coming here to save us, you’re wasting your time. If you really want to help, go home – and change the dream of the North. Featured soloists are Jerry Léonide (keyboards), Song Yi Jeon (voice), and Chris Wabich (drums). Also featured is the string orchestra, periodically punctuating the improvisational ensemble with featured sections. Voice Song Yi Jeon Keyboards Jerry Léonide Bass Roberto Koch Drums Chris Wabich Tabla Ehren Hanson String Chamber Orchestra Eric Johnsen’s Liminality seeks to explore liminal spaces: that space at the threshold of profound change; the state of suspension between the death of what was, and the birth of what will be -- or could be. Combining an improvisational chamber ensemble with strings, Liminality weaves together jazz, fusion, and world beats with chamber and orchestral elements. The music ranges from strictly composed to purely improvisational. Textures range from the power of the full ensemble with chamber string orchestra to the delicacies of solo and duet performances. At times the music floats in ethereal spaces; at other times it is rhythmically driving, anchored by American, Indian, and Afro-Cuban influences. All music composed and produced by Eric Johnsen. For more info: http://ericjohnsen.com
Happy Thanksgiving, everybody! Forever thankful and forever grateful for music!
From Bret "Jazz Video Guy" Primack.
Eric Johnsen’s Liminality seeks to explore liminal spaces: that space at the threshold of profound change; the state of suspension between the death of what was, and the birth of what will be -- or could be.Combining an improvisational chamber ensemble with strings, Liminality weaves together jazz, fusion, and world beats with chamber and orchestral elements. The music ranges from strictly composed to purely improvisational. Textures range from the power of the full ensemble with chamber string orchestra to the delicacies of solo and duet performances. At times the music floats in ethereal spaces; at other times it is rhythmically driving, anchored by American, Indian, and Afro-Cuban influences.
First Impressions (Johnson) Piano - Noé Secula; Bass - Roberto Koch; Drums - Chris Wabich; Tabla - Ehren Hanson; Guitar - Aliéksey Vianna; Voice - Song Yi Jeon; Flute - Itai Kriss.
This piece serves as a prelude to open the album – a “first impression” as it were. It is also essentially a group etude; with the exception of the drum and tabla parts, the music is strictly composed, with the option of piano and guitar substituting improvisation in their featured moments. Finally, the piece serves as a kind of first movement, with its bridge material coming back transformed as the string introduction in the next piece (The Dreamers).
From their July 23rd, 2023, show at St. Joseph's Health Amphitheater at Lakeview in Syracuse, New York, here is Phish with their tune "Kill Devil Falls".
From Bret "Jazz Video Guy" Primack.
"I never even thought about whether or not they understand what I'm doing . . . the emotional reaction is all that matters as long as there's some feeling of communication, it isn't necessary that it be understood." - John Coltrane
With the release of "Evenings at the Village Gate - John Coltrane with Eric Dolphy," Bret Primack talks about their music, and the negative reaction of critics when it was performed and recorded.
From his newest record "Tales of Time" and perhaps also from a record preceding that one entitled "Time Clocks", here is Joe Bonamassa playing the tune "Questions and Answers". The live cut of the tune is taken from a live performance by Joe Bonamassa and his band in August, 2022 at Red Rocks Amphitheater in Morrison, Colorado.
From a 1972 concert, here is Traffic with their signature song "Dear Mr. Fantasy" that showed the band to be one of the originators of the modern jam band music scene right up there with groups such as The Allman Brothers Band and The Grateful Dead, featuring the one and the only Steve Winwood on lead guitar and vocals, Chris Wood on Hammond organ and keyboards (he also played woodwind/reed instruments in the band on saxophones and flute), with Dave Hood on bass and Roger Hawkins on drums, from the Muscle Shoals Sound Studios rhythm section in Muscle Shoals, Alabama, and Rebop Kwaku Baah on percussion and congas.
This week, another Full Concert Friday.
From World of Jazz.
Unique recordings of Jimmy Smith, the Cannonball Adderley Quintet featuring George Duke, Dave Brubeck & his Trio with Gerry Mulligan and Paul Desmond,and the Charles Mingus Sextet featuring Cat Anderson at the 7th Newport Jazz Festival at the Doelen, Rotterdam, The Netherlands, 1971.
• 00’00” Hammond organist Jimmy Smith and his band, featuring among others the illustre Illinois Jacquet and James Moody on tenor saxophone and Art Farmer on flugelhorn, Kenny Burrell on guitar, Clark Terry on bugel and Roy Haynes on drums.
A unique recording!
• 05’36” The Cannonball Adderley Quintet featuring Julian Edwin ‘Cannonball’ Adderley, alto saxophone; Nat Adderley, cornet; George Duke, keyboards; Walter Booker, bass; Roy McCurdy, drums.
• 22’50” Dave Brubeck Trio performs a great concert with his sidemen Jack Six, bass and Allan Dawson, drums. The trio is completed with alto saxophonist Paul Desmond and baritone saxophonist Gerry Mulligan.
• 49’32” The concert is followed by an exerpt of the concert of the Charles Mingus Sextet with Cat Anderson on trumpet at the same 7th Newport Jazz Festival
This is part two of the recordings of the 7th Newport Jazz Festival 1971.
The recording was made 31st October 1971 at the Doelen Concert hall, Rotterdam, The Netherlands.
From the 1967 Monterey Pop Festival, on June 17th, 1967, the one and the only, the immortal, Janis Joplin with "Ball & Chain". Check it out.
"Pillow Jets" from Phish's 7/21/2023 show at the Pavilion at Star Lake, Burgettstown, PA.
A single, from Joe Bonamassa's new record that came out last summer "Blues Deluxe Volume 2", here is "Well, I Done Got Over It".
From Bret "Jazz Video Guy" Primack.
From their July 19th, 2023 concert at the Live Oak Bank Pavilion in Wilmington, North Carolina, here is Phish with "Oblivion".
From a performance at the 1987 Mount Fuji Jazz Festival in Fuji, Japan, check out this quartet with Kenny Burrel on guitar, Billy Childs on piano, Cameron Brown on bass, and Ralph Peterson on drums, playing "Sophisticated Lady".
Widespread Panic performs "Holden Oversoul" live at Red Rocks Amphitheatre, on June 25th, 2023.
From Bret "Jazz Video Guy" Primack.
Sun Ra is a seminal figure in the history of jazz and avant-garde music for several reasons:
1. **Innovative Approach to Composition and Performance**: Sun Ra is known for his unique musical and compositional style. He was one of the pioneers of free jazz and his big band (the "Arkestra") was famed for its eclectic and energetic performances. Sun Ra's music was often characterized by collective improvisations, juxtapositions of contrasting musical styles and moods, and a blend of both conventional and unconventional sounds.
2. **Pioneer in Afrofuturism**: Sun Ra is often credited as one of the pioneers of Afrofuturism, a cultural and aesthetic philosophy that combines elements of science fiction, historical fiction, fantasy, and Afrocentrism. His music, performances, and philosophy often dealt with themes of space, time, alienation, and the future destiny of humankind, particularly of African descent. This has had a lasting impact on a wide range of subsequent musicians, writers, and artists.
3. **Early Adopter of Electronic Instruments**: Sun Ra was also an early adopter and proponent of electronic instruments. In the 1950s, he was one of the first musicians to make extensive use of the electronic keyboard, and he continued to incorporate a wide variety of electronic sounds and instruments into his music throughout his career.
4. **Independent Artist and Entrepreneur**: Sun Ra was also notable for his independence as an artist and entrepreneur. He formed his own record label, El Saturn Records, in the 1950s, well before such a move was common in the music industry. This allowed him a degree of creative control that was unusual for the time.
5. **Cultural Influence**: Sun Ra's influence extends well beyond the realm of music. His performances often included elements of theater and dance, and his unique, cosmic philosophy has influenced a wide range of artists and thinkers.
6. **Educator**: Sun Ra is also remembered as an educator. He taught a course at the University of California, Berkeley in 1971, where he shared his philosophies about music and the cosmos.
Through his avant-garde music, his pioneering ideas about race and identity, and his wide-ranging cultural influence, Sun Ra remains a significant figure in the history of 20th-century music and culture. His legacy continues to be heard in a diverse range of musical genres, from jazz and electronic music to hip-hop and beyond.
It appears, the musical performance component of this video comes from a composition, an improvisation, called "Sound of Joy" from the 1988 Live Under the Sky jazz festival.
From a 1973 concert, here is the Ramsey Lewis Trio playing a cover of "Summer Breeze" penned by singer/songwriter's and soft rock duo Seals & Crofts, (the late James Seals who died in June of 2022, and Darrell "Dash" Crofts), who originally released the tune on a recording of the same name that peaked at No. 7 on the Billboard charts in 1972. The trio features Ramsey Lewis on Rhodes piano, Cleveland Eaton on upright bass, and Morris Jennings on drums.
From their July 16th, 2023, show at the Ameris Bank Amphitheatre in Alpharetta, Georgia, here is Phish with their song "Sand".
Another Sunday Special post and this one is extremely special. I just had to post this as soon as I could. A video of a never released Beatles song has been unearthed. This one is called "Now And Then".
Now and Then's eventful journey to fruition took place over five decades and is the product of conversations and collaborations between the four Beatles that go on to this day. The long mythologised John Lennon demo was first worked on in February 1995 by Paul, George and Ringo as part of The Beatles Anthology project but it remained unfinished, partly because of the impossible technological challenges involved in working with the vocal John had recorded on tape in the 1970s. For years it looked like the song could never be completed. But in 2022 there was a stroke of serendipity. A software system developed by Peter Jackson and his team, used throughout the production of the documentary series Get Back, finally opened the way for the uncoupling of John’s vocal from his piano part. As a result, the original recording could be brought to life and worked on anew with contributions from all four Beatles. This remarkable story of musical archaeology reflects The Beatles’ endless creative curiosity and shared fascination with technology. It marks the completion of the last recording that John, Paul and George and Ringo will get to make together and celebrates the legacy of the foremost and most influential band in popular music history. Video Director: Peter Jackson Video Producers: Peter Jackson, Clare Olssen, Jonathan Clyde Audio Producers: Paul McCartney and Giles Martin Production Company: WingNut Films Productions Ltd Pre-order Now And Then: https://TheBeatles.lnk.to/NowAndThenYT Pre-order Red and Blue: https://TheBeatles.lnk.to/RedAndBlue2...
From Bret "Jazz Video Guy" Primack.
Lester Left Town (Shorter) Stan Getz with Bob Brookmeyer - Lester Left Town. Prague, 1968. Intro: Stan talks about Jazz with Itzhak Perlman during a White House performance, with Chick Corea.
"On the classic Art Blakey and the Jazz Messengers album Big Beat from 1960, the innovative young saxophonist Wayne Shorter wrote a tribute to an icon for saxophone players – Lester Young. This was a surprise to many people. Shorter was thought of as the new guard, the new sound. He was more influenced by classical composers such as Ravel than the Tin Pan Alley song-smiths that most jazz players referenced.
Shorter’s tribute song Lester Left Town is not a throwback either. Art Blakey and Blue Note producer Alfred Lion got into a fight as to whether to record it or not. Why? Shorter said in a 1981 interview, “I think my tune was new. The modernity, all those chromatics were too much for Alfred.” Yet when you hear it, you can hear the Lester Young spirit in the strange new notes and also in Shorter’s saxophone solo.
Shorter said, “It’s a small tribute to Lester. It was meant to show how I felt about his whole musical existence. I’ve been aware of Lester since I began playing, and this tune took a long time to write. Because of my own style, a lot of people seemed surprised that I’d written a piece for Lester, but listeners don’t always realize how many influences help to form a musician. And the song is also meant to show that we younger players do think of those who are gone.”
Pause for a moment to think of how many influences helped to form you – your outlook, your life path, your daily choices large and small. Think of those who are gone and see how you can guide what you do today to be a small tribute to them. Take their wisdom and consciously make one part of it your own today – blend the two to form you at your best." Bob Fletcher
Full Album Friday this week. The full vinyl LP of Cal Tjader's 1958 "Latin Kick" record. The track listing.
Side A:
Frank Gambale's guitar solo on "Got A Match".
9/29/23 at Pour House held a heartfelt homage to the legendary Col. Bruce, fondly known as "Zambi Jam." It featured an impressive lineup, with guests like Jeff Sipe, who had shared the stage with Bruce in the Aquarium Rescue Unit, and local talent Jeff Caldwell from Bruce's later band, "The Quark Alliance." The evening began with Oteil Burbridge headlining a sold-out outdoor show, part of the venue's seasonal "Lot" series. This memorable performance featured an ensemble including Melvin Seals, Lamarr Williams Jr., Steve Kimock, Duane Betts, John Kimock, and Jason Crosby. Oteil later graced the intimate indoor stage, captivating the audience with renditions of "Compared to What" and the iconic Col. Bruce classic, "Basically Frightened." His presence, both on and offstage, was a testament to the enduring spirit of Col. Bruce, as he joined the musicians in the room and showcased his musical prowess alongside Sipe. The dedication of Sipe, who tirelessly practiced despite traveling, added to the event's magic, with his drumming skills and collaborative spirit shining through. While Col. Bruce may not have been physically present, his legacy lived on in the Pour House, a cherished venue for many revered musicians. This tribute served as a heartwarming journey down memory lane, and Oteil's participation added an extra layer of significance to the night, leaving everyone grateful for the opportunity to keep Col. Bruce's spirit alive in the music they love.
Widespread Panic performs "Fishing" live at Red Rocks Amphitheatre on June 25th, 2023.
Joe Bonamassa and vocalist Paul Rodgers from the band Free which made their mark in the 1960s and '70s, perform the tune "Fire and Water".
From Bret "Jazz Video Guy" Primack.
Sonny Rollins remembers his friend, Jackie McLean and then Jackie plays some bebop at Peruggia, 1983 with Bobby Hutcherson, Herbie Lewis and Billy Higgins.
Full Concert Friday featuring Brazilian jazz keyboardist and vocalist Ivan Lins performing at the 2008 Java Jazz Festival in Jakarta, Indonesia.
Joanne Shaw Taylor's latest single and music video for the song "Black Magic". Check it out.
Another new Eric Clapton tune that was released back in mid-July. Eric Clapton featuring Judith Hill, Simon Climie, and Daniel Santiago "How Could We Know".
From their June 24th, 2023, concert at Red Rocks in Morrison, Colorado, here is Widespread Panic playing their cover of Jimi Hendrix's "Little Wing".
From their July 11th, 2023 show at the Orion Amphitheatre in Huntsville, Alabama, here is Phish with "46 Days". Trey Anastasio on guitar and vocals, Page McConnell on keyboards (Hammond organ, Wurlitzer electric piano etc.), Mike Gordon on bass, and John Fishman on drums.
From Bret "Jazz Video Guy" Primack.
Ivan Lins - teclado,,Marco Brito - teclados,Téo Lima - bateria, Nema Antunes - baixo,,João Castilho - guitarra e violão,Marcelo Martins - saxofone
Ivan Guimarães Lins (born June 16, 1945) is a Latin Grammy-winning Brazilian musician. He has been an active performer and songwriter of Brazilian popular music (MPB) and jazz for over thirty years. His first hit, "Madalena", was recorded by Elis Regina in 1970. "Love Dance", a hit in 1989, is one of the most recorded songs in musical history.
The title of this tune, Daquilo que Eu Sei, translates from Brazilian Portuguese, to "From What I Know", in English.
From Bret "Jazz Video Guy" Primack.
Azymuth is a Brazilian jazz-funk group formed in 1973. The original lineup was a trio composed of José Roberto Bertrami (keyboards), Alex Malheiros (bass, guitars), and Ivan Conti (drums, percussion). Kiko Continentino joined the group in 2015 as the band's keyboardist after Bertrami's passing. As of 2023, Alex Malheiros is the only surviving original member of the group.
Widespread Panic performs "Tackle Box Hero" live at Red Rocks Amphitheatre, on June 24, 2023.
John Mayall & The Bluesbreakers performing "Double Crossing Time" with John Mayall on vocals, Hammond organ, and harmonica, Eric Clapton on lead guitar, John McVie on bass, and Hughie Flint on drums.
From Joe Bonamassa's "British Blues Explosion" CD/DVD recording, here is his vibrant cover of John Mayall and Eric Clapton's "Double Crossing Time" originally recorded by Mayall and The Bluesbreakers when Eric Clapton was a part of the band in 1965 and early 1966.
From Bret "Jazz Video Guy" Primack.
Bret Primack remembers his friend Dr. Billy Taylor, and how his support of the Jazz Video Guy was essential to establishment of this channel.
Revisiting the Widespread Panic song "Jack", which was also posted here on the blog a couple of years ago. Widespread Panic performs "Jack" live at Red Rocks Amphitheatre in Morrison, Colorado, on June 23, 2023.
Jeff Beck performing with his trio Beck, Bogert, & Appice playing "Morning Dew" at a live 1973 concert in Santa Monica, California, simulcast on TV and radio. The trio included Jeff Beck on guitar, Tim Bogert on bass, and Carmen Appice on drums. The band released three studio records as well as five singles and EP's. I believe this could be the live version of the tune they also released on their 1973 live recording, having seen that one listed on Discogs. However, I am not sure if this is the same concert.
The single and album have just been released this month. Here is Joe Bonamassa with his new tune and record, and I believe this is the title track, "Twenty-Four Hour Blues". Dig it.
From Bret "Jazz Video Guy" Primack.
In 2009, I produced a podcast series, Ray Charles, Genius. An important episode focused on his 1962 recording, "Modern Sounds in Country and Western Music" a groundbreaking and influential album for several reasons.
Firstly, it marked a significant departure from Ray Charles' earlier R&B and gospel-focused sound. By infusing elements of country and western music into his repertoire, Charles expanded the boundaries of popular music and showcased his versatility as an artist. Secondly, the album played a pivotal role in bridging the racial divide in the music industry. During a time of racial segregation and cultural divisions, Charles's decision to reinterpret country and western classics with his distinct soulful style helped break down barriers and fostered greater acceptance and appreciation for different genres among diverse audiences.
Moreover, "Modern Sounds in Country and Western Music" achieved remarkable commercial success. It topped the charts and produced several hit singles, including the iconic "I Can't Stop Loving You." This commercial triumph demonstrated that audiences were receptive to cross-genre experimentation and further solidified Charles's status as a musical trailblazer. The album's impact extended beyond its initial release, as it influenced subsequent generations of musicians. It inspired countless artists to explore genre blending, cross-pollination, and innovative reinterpretations, paving the way for the evolution of popular music.
Overall, "Modern Sounds in Country and Western Music" was important because it challenged musical conventions, transcended racial barriers, achieved commercial success, and left a lasting legacy on the music industry by opening new creative possibilities for future generations.
Revisiting the late, great Johnny Winter's tune "Mean Town Blues" from a 1971 live performance. Check it out.
From Bret "Jazz Video Guy" Primack.
Cantaloupe Island (Hancock) from the 1991 Live at the Sky Jazz Festival. Herbie Hancock, piano; Stanley Clarke, bass; Omar Hakim, drums and Wayne Shorter, soprano saxophone. Interview by Bill Clinton from International Jazz Day, 2023.
From Bret "Jazz Video Guy" Primack.
Blues Walk (Stitt). Dexter Gordon in Amsterdam, recorded March 1, 1964. Dexter Gordon: tenor saxophone; George Gruntz: piano; Guy Pedersen: bass; and Daniel Humair: drums
Blues guitarist and singer Joanne Shaw Taylor's latest single. This is "Sweet Lil' Lies".
Robert John & The Wreck with their single "West Coast Eyes" produced by Joe Bonamassa and Josh Smith. Check it out.
Guitarist and singer Joanne Shaw Taylor with her latest record "Nobody's Fool" and the single "Won't Be Fooled Again" featuring Joe Bonamassa on lead guitar. Check it out.
From Bret "Jazz Video Guy" Primack.
1991 Live Under The Sky - Cantaloupe Island (Hancock). Omar Hakim, drums and Stanley Clarke on bass. What a groove!
Bob Weir & The Wolf Brothers featuring Sturgill Simpson and Lukas Nelson playing The Grateful Dead's "Truickin' ", at Farm Aid 2023. Check it out.
Full Concert Friday this week, featuring Willie Nelson & Family at Willie's annual Farm Aid benefit concert to help and support the American farmer. Willie is still out there playing, at 90 years young. Saw him perform live in Minneapolis, at the Northrop Auditorium on the campus of the University of Minnesota, in 2002, and have been a diehard fan since. The set list for this gig is:
From Bret "Jazz Video Guy" Primack.
From Phish's August 26th, 2023, show (a month or so ago) at the Saratoga Performing Arts Center in Saratoga Springs, New York, a benefit concert for those affected recently by flooding in Vermont and Upstate New York, here is Phish with special guest, the one and the only, Derek Trucks, on the instrumental "First Tube". Check it out. Phish is of course, Trey Anastasio on guitar, Page McConnell on keyboards, Mike Gordon on bass, and Jon Fishman, on drums.
From Bret "Jazz Video Guy" Primack.
Oliver Nelson was an American jazz saxophonist, clarinetist, arranger, composer, and bandleader. He was born on June 4, 1932, in St. Louis, Missouri, and passed away on October 28, 1975. Nelson was primarily recognized as a skilled saxophonist, playing both the alto and tenor varieties. His first instrument, however, was the piano, which he began playing at the age of six. Nelson later learned to play the saxophone in high school and eventually studied music in college.
He is perhaps best known for his 1961 album "The Blues and the Abstract Truth," considered a landmark recording in the jazz canon. The album, which featured fellow jazz luminaries like Freddie Hubbard and Bill Evans, was lauded for its innovative arrangements and compositions, most notably the piece "Stolen Moments."
Apart from his work as a performing musician, Nelson was an accomplished composer and arranger. He worked with a variety of artists and ensembles, from jazz musicians like Cannonball Adderley and Stanley Turrentine to popular artists like James Brown and the Temptations. Nelson also composed music for television and film, including the themes for television shows such as "The Six Million Dollar Man" and "Ironside." Nelson's career was cut short by a heart attack in 1975 when he was just 43. Despite his relatively brief career, he left a significant legacy in the world of jazz and beyond.
The band here, tackles a couple standards like "Down By The Riverside" and "Milestones". The soloists on each number.
"Milestones" - Leo Wright: alto saxophone, Klaus Marmulla: trumpet, Rolf Roemer: tenor saxophone
"Down by the Riverside" - Carmell Jones, Milo Pavolovic, Manfred Stoppacher, & Carmell Jones: trumpets
Eric Clapton has released a new song with Bradley Walker “Always On My Mind." This new Willie Nelson cover pays homage to the country legend in celebration of his 90th birthday. This new release comes ahead of Eric Clapton’s Crossroads Guitar Festival, held in Los Angeles this September, where Bradley Walker will also be performing. More information on Crossroads can be found here: crossroadsguitarfestival.com
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A Sunday special, this week, as a new live album has been unearthed and will be released from the Jimi Hendrix Experience, recorded in 1967 at the Hollywood Bowl in Hollywood, California. Writer Danielle Taylor in American Songwriter magazine has the details.
The last song on Gov't Mule's new record "Peace... Like A River". This one is called "Gone Too Long".
The penultimate song on "Peace... Like A River" by Gov't Mule, this is "Long Time Coming".
