What Jazz or Blues are you spinning?

Good show Marco! Both very fine lps.
Dave Holland is a total titan..
I saw him last weekend with Anouar Brahem, a Tunisian oud player.
Django Bates on piano and Nasheet Waits on drums at the Barbican in london, performing the Blue Maqams lp... just phenomenal!! (See what you miss Marco living so far from the smoke !)

Well you know it hits the spot when you turn to your wife and she’s smiling with tears running down her cheeks.
Along with Ron Carter the finest exponents of the double bass.

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Just been diggin this.
On MFSL vinyl 45rpm
Always loved the material but the orange CBS vinyl cuts imho are utterly shite .. really flat.
This premium reissue, although nearly poxy £50...really is like hearing a totally different record
Highly recommend...
Miles Davis -Miles In the Sky
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Recent purchase on bandcamp..

Fred McDowell, (before the mississippi) recorded by alan lomax at a farm.
The rest is history, fred was discovered as one of the true greats..

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Leyla McCalla

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I have acquired so much excellent music from recommendations on this forum, and I'm only up to page 90. Thank you, thank you.

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I have acquired so much excellent music from recommendations on this forum, and I'm only up to page 90. Thank you, thank you.

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You are most welcome John. This really is a great thread. One of the best things about it is that no one who contributes here is in the least bit judgmental about other's choice in music, or has airs of superior taste. No one-upmanship, and conversely no seeking of praise or affirmation. Very pleasant and respectful, all of it.

That said, some of the guys here really know their jazz, and it's possible to learn a lot from them.

Feel free to add your own old favourites or new discoveries to the chat. You live in an area (the American south) with a rich jazz and blues tradition. Is there a lively local scene in your town or nearby? Any young up-and-comers that we should hear? Part of the fun is hearing artists from other parts of the world that we may never have known about if not for a shout-out here. For example, I've introduced the guys to a few Canadian musicians (e.g. Jane Bunnet, Emilie-Claire Barlow, etc.), and in return I have picked up on some terrific UK artists (Matthew Halsall, Go Go Penguins) which I really enjoy.

Long may this thread live!

Cheers,
Svend

Some old, even for him, Big Bill Broonzy. This stuff mostly from the 30, s. Accompanied by Josh Altheimer on piano, one of the great pianists of the age

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Broonzy was a huge star.

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JL Hooker

Thank you, Svend. Ma Rainey was born here in Columbus, GA and we have an active Jazz Society and Columbus State University school of music. I don't know of any local recording artists, but I'll ask around.

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Try this... "Push Push" - Herbie Mann with Duane Allman.

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Will do if i can find it.. cheers.

Now Blind Willie Johnston.
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He only recorded about 30 songs, many of them here.. all around late 20's early 30's. He became a minister but died quite young after his home burnt down and he had to sleep outdoors.
Blues indeed.. good gravelly singer and decent slide guitarist too, and this cd is quite clear for the music's age.
Highly recommended of the style

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Memphis country blues festival. Based around buckka white but some tracks have guest slots including Nathan Beauregard, Furry Lewis and Robert Wilkins to mention just 3.
Beauregard is yet again a musician who got overlooked all his life up until about 2 years before he died in 1970 or so. Bill Barth, who helped found the Memphis Country Blues Society was responsible for his and many others late career starts.

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Will do if i can find it.. cheers.

Now Blind Willie Johnston.
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He only recorded about 30 songs, many of them here.. all around late 20's early 30's. He became a minister but died quite young after his home burnt down and he had to sleep outdoors.
Blues indeed.. good gravelly singer and decent slide guitarist too, and this cd is quite clear for the music's age.
Highly recommended of the style

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Yes, a real "hell fire and we all a bunch of miserable sinners" type of Blues singer. Even more fearful and alarming than Son House. :D

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Just been diggin this.
On MFSL vinyl 45rpm
Always loved the material but the orange CBS vinyl cuts imho are utterly shite .. really flat.
This premium reissue, although nearly poxy £50...really is like hearing a totally different record
Highly recommend...
Miles Davis -Miles In the Sky
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Been travelling for a few weeks, and just now getting caught up here....

Excellent album Adam. Really enjoying it. Hadn't heard this one from Miles. Upbeat, funky, flowy....great stuff!

Lightnin' Hopkins

Several LPs of Lightnin' Hopkins recordings by request of my 'other half'. :)

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Some might frown about this:

Chicken Shack - 'The Complete Blue Horizon Recordings'

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I'm reminded of what Sonny Boy Williamson said when asked about the burgeoning British Blues scene of the '60s: "These British boys want to play the Blues so bad - and boy do they." :lol:

He was right of course, but he didn't recognise their naïve enthusiasm. And that is what I like about groups such as Chicken Shack. :) Anyway, they along with John Mayall, were my introduction to the Blues, which lead me on to discover and appreciate the original Blues performers of the US. So I will always be grateful to them for that.

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Lovely piano jazz. I don't know how John Handy got attached here. I'm still learning how to post.
~ John

I'm up to page 103 of this thread and I haven't seen Albert Cummings referred to yet.

"Lonely Bed" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lqcepdVDWzU

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I was fortunate to hear Robert Belfour at Red's in Clarksdale, Mississippi, probably in 2008.

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This video is not from Red's, but it is from near the same year.
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I was fortunate to hear Robert Belfour at Red's in Clarksdale, Mississippi, probably in 2008.

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Ah yes, he was quite a guitarist. Hill stomp comes to mind.

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Some might frown about this:

Chicken Shack - 'The Complete Blue Horizon Recordings'

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I'm reminded of what Sonny Boy Williamson said when asked about the burgeoning British Blues scene of the '60s: "These British boys want to play the Blues so bad - and boy do they." :lol:

He was right of course, but he didn't recognise their naïve enthusiasm. And that is what I like about groups such as Chicken Shack. :) Anyway, they along with John Mayall, were my introduction to the Blues, which lead me on to discover and appreciate the original Blues performers of the US. So I will always be grateful to them for that.

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I agree I have one of their albums and it’s great from first to last track. On the edge of rock but not still in the blues. Another like this if Johnny Winter, his second album is a good example IMO.

Currently enjoying this, with my morning cappuccino, which is a bit 'out there', in a kind of cool/hip 60s vibe:

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Marco.

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Currently enjoying this, with my morning cappuccino, which is a bit 'out there', in a kind of cool/hip 60s vibe:

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Marco.

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Dave Pike German MPS sessions at 9am!
I love this forum!

my breakfast is Bacon Fat with a side of George 'harmonica' Smith :eyebrows:

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oh and on the end is Pee Wee Crayton:)

Harptastic on a Wednesday London Gloom...

Dorothy Ashby - Afro-Harping Cadet records

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my breakfast is Bacon Fat with a side of George 'harmonica' Smith :eyebrows:

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Getting some education from your top blues based selections Grant,
a genre i'm not up on. Piggy backing on your offerings is enlightening. :cool:

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Getting some education from your top blues based selections Grant,
a genre i'm not up on. Piggy backing on your offerings is enlightening. :cool:

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the guy on the end there in pic is Pee Wee Crayton the r&b guitarist. he joined them for a bit ...Its a great double album and getting harder to find... Discogs is the place i think

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Harptastic on a Wednesday London Gloom...

Dorothy Ashby - Afro-Harping Cadet records

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thats a rare one. Dont see her stuff much

the Dorothy Ashby lp I am hunting for is this very seldom seen...
Dorothy Ashby ‎– Concierto De Aranjuez phillips records.

If anyone has a copy LP or CD (or rip)...give me a shout please.

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Pee Wee Crayton himself. Good album this

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Dave Pike German MPS sessions at 9am!
I love this forum!

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You approve, sire?:D

Marco.

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Guy Davis.. He is the son of actor Ossie Davis. He is not as young as that pic implies.. maybe 67 ..great bluesman

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Originally known as Eight years a ramblin' circa 71, this reissue on Fat Possum is a classic from Fred Mcdowell again plus his local harp and singer friend Johnny Woods, who ended up playing with RL Burnside(himself a trainee of McDowells).

oh this is whats called Hill Country Blues, which is related to fife and drum blues... Had a heavy boogie to it that can cause a sort of hypnotic affect

Acquired today, as recommended by Grant.

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I do not know what she is singing, but she soulfully means it.

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Is Tommy Turrentine related to Stanley?

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Brotherz

Elder Don

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RL Burnside/ First Recordings..fat possum

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Leyla McCalla

I picked up a mint copy for £12, if you haven't got a copy its a must have IMO, vocal and instrumental tracks, superb recording.

Thelma Houston & Pressure Cooker ‎– I've Got The Music In Me
Label: Sheffield Lab ‎– LAB-2, Sheffield Lab ‎– LAB 2
Format: Vinyl, LP, Album, Limited Edition
Country: US
Released: 1975
Genre: Jazz, Funk / Soul
Style: Soul, Jazz-Funk

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I picked up a mint copy for £12, if you haven't got a copy its a must have IMO, vocal and instrumental tracks, superb recording.

Thelma Houston & Pressure Cooker ‎– I've Got The Music In Me
Label: Sheffield Lab ‎– LAB-2, Sheffield Lab ‎– LAB 2
Format: Vinyl, LP, Album, Limited Edition
Country: US


Released: 1975
Genre: Jazz, Funk / Soul
Style: Soul, Jazz-Funk

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I used to have a copy of that. As you say a superb recording, as one would expect for a direct cut, however I just couldn't get on with the over-orchestrated sound. Sadly it wasn't for me.

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I picked up a mint copy for £12, if you haven't got a copy its a must have IMO, vocal and instrumental tracks, superb recording.

Thelma Houston & Pressure Cooker ‎– I've Got The Music In Me
Label: Sheffield Lab ‎– LAB-2, Sheffield Lab ‎– LAB 2
Format: Vinyl, LP, Album, Limited Edition
Country: US
Released: 1975
Genre: Jazz, Funk / Soul
Style: Soul, Jazz-Funk

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Not seen that. Not on tidal either. Must try qobuz later

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Not seen that. Not on tidal either. Must try qobuz later

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Hi Grant

It is on TIDAL, search for Thelma Houston and the album's there with a orange surround to the cover.

Cheers

The great mississippi john hurt.

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Hi Grant

It is on TIDAL, search for Thelma Houston and the album's there with a orange surround to the cover.

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found it.. cheers Adrian

More Hurt

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Even more Hurt

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Another Listen to this one

Thelma Houston & Pressure Cooker ‎– I've Got The Music In Me
Label: Sheffield Lab ‎– LAB-2, Sheffield Lab ‎– LAB 2
Format: Vinyl, LP, Album, Limited Edition
Country: US
Released: 1975
Genre: Jazz, Funk / Soul
Style: Soul, Jazz-Funk

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And some Jazz/Funk, very good as well

Tower Of Power ‎– Bump City
Label: Warner Bros. Records ‎– K 46167
Format: Vinyl, LP, Album
Country: UK
Released: 1972
Genre: Jazz, Funk / Soul
Style: Jazz-Funk

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