tkeith

Slight sidetrack, just saw the news about Bill (been offline much of the past few days). If you hadn't seen, I hate to be the bearer of bad news, but Bill passed away Thursday. https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/kansas-city-mo/william-debauche-10618024/amp?fbclid=IwAR1jTdCCHEucgYObnaTKnU3E0ioIXDwASRMvRweWmSCXE1lIk3pa8SGVg60

Not even sure. Fact. You know, I felt that way about this record for years, but EVERY time I hear a cut from it, it grabs me. MOST of you own this, but most likely the LP (which does NOT contain this song). All of this. Interestingly, I might argue that the 'bone player is the top musician in the group. I hear the "not running the impress-licks" here, as well. Agreed. Tragically early end to her story. I knew all you needed was a little time. Amen. Thanks for your insights, as usual, sir!

Redirecting that thanks to webbcity

My initial reaction was similar, but gave the "off" cuts a harder listen. Only one was a miss for me, but even that one was more about preference. Mwata Bowden is the real deal, man.

I'm getting to that point. Been slowly dumping my vinyl on Tim.

You see that this was ID'd. Thad is SO underappreciated. And that tenor sound, well... he can do that. Every dude on this is royalty. Yes! All ID'd. Not that tune, but this IS a guy you know (but not as well as I do). In fact, you know ALL these guys and my have the LP. This track is on the CD only (that's a hint, folks). And that's why I love this guy. "Man, I'm not Lebowski, YOU'RE Lebowski. I'm 'The Dude'." ID'd. This bass player would probably be honored by the comparison to BW, but really, he's a beast in his own right. BAM! Score on Tapscott. You KNOW that alto player. And, you're consistent about the bass player. So, I can now publicly thank this guy for playing Santa and laying this disc on me. There's no cheat. As for your reaction to this test -- that's only because you missed Felser's month. No shame, man. Happens to all of us (sign of a good collection!).

Is indeed Mal -- (someone got that far above) but album has not been ID'd. Felser had a guess but a different album. Attaboy.

Ouch!

Eloquently and aptly stated. Not going to lie, though, my first instinct was to give you Slim Pickens reply to Harvey Korman in Blazing Saddles, but it seemed sacrilegious to do so.

I'll leave names out, but someone in this BFT was performing live and a reference was made to DF, and all in the band were chuckling. Hey, if he's happy, great. But I'm not listening to it.

To be fair, DF is on a lot of good dates in that period (hence my Harper reference), but ugh... what happened to that guy? Have you seen his "Morning Coffee Jazz" stuff? Pretty sure it's Kenny G approved.

Not a bad guess, but no. Nope. Only DF in my collection is with Billy Harper. [some rules I just can't break]

Aside: Is it just me, or does the reply/quote feature on this forum royally suck? Okay, now to the comment from Felser, no sir, that's actually not it. Though, you have presented me with a Mal album not in my collection, so now I have to address that.

Maybe because they actually support art there?

Negative, sir. ID'd above as Thad Jones. Nope. ID'd above (and your guess on that track would apply nicely to this one ) It is not, but perhaps adjacent in terms of era. Indeed, Mal (he fools no one). Jim and Felser both ID'd Mal, but I don't believe the album has been pegged, yet. Fair to say Stanley's influence is prevalent, but not him. DING! DING! Nailed it! None of these people, though certainly in the right realm of players. Can I talk you into maybe stepping back? Trible and Tapscott are correct (ID'd above). It is not, but again, you're hunting in the right neighborhood.

Yes, ID'd above. Second who heard Shavers, but ID'd above. Correct on Dinah. Agree -- definite Trane influence, but a unique voice. We'll be here, sir! I think MF ought to be flattered by that. I doubt that. Yep. Correct, sir! I like the comp, but definitely his own avenue in that neighborhood... or is it? You are spot on with Mal. And with the monster bass player, but I wouldn't limit him to the 70s. I need to look into Powerhouse as this is the second time I've seen it referenced this week. I'm certain these players would be flattered by the comp to music of the 70s. Just outside the 70s, so, 70s. Your ears do not lie, though the pianist is still active. Kind of surprised by your reaction to the drummer. You might want to give it one more run, as he someone you know. I'm proud of you for making it 9! Ironically, the bass player sells this for me, but I like where your ear took you on the guitarist. The bashing drummer is very capable of that, but also very capable of a more tasteful approach. I think this one is going to surprise some people. I was hopeful this one would hit for you. A lot of names that I'm sure grace your shelves are in this band. And yes, the bass player. You will want this one. Did you feel anything Sheppish about this tenor player? (And I KNEW you be in on the tenor!) BAM!!!! BAM!!! You got it!

Ah. Okay. Hadn't heard that.

Not surprisingly, Jim, you're ears are spot on. Not sure what the Windows thing is you're referencing.

Ding! Ding! Second gimme falls. Correct, sir!

Negative. Not them -- ID'd by Ken Dryden. Love those guesses, but they are not correct. I think the player would feel good about this. Not Randy, but I think if you reframe what you're hearing, you'll be closer. You may hear it, but it's actually Rhodes. Love the bass solo. No, sir. One guitar, not Al. Ding! Ding! But love for some more specifics. Almost.

I'm happy with this information. But also not surprised.

Correct. One of the gimmes nailed. I will say up front, I'm hoping the hive mind can clear up the muddled personnel information. I'm positive of the IDs you made, but have the same questions about the rhythm section. FWIW, my source material was a digital version of the CB EmArcy box set.

Not the singer's record. Name drop moment: Blythe's former manager joined my fantasy baseball league this year. #TooCool

Song title correct. Blythe is correct, Stewart is not.

No promises, Bud. Heck, there may even be a Lou Merloni if I wasn't careful.