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This one caught my eye; https://www.upress.state.ms.us/Books/A/Avenue-Breakdown

I bought the Booker Pitman record with the same cover as the book, so that one is smiling at me... "The World's Soprano Sax Nr 1" or something like that, released a few months after Bechet's death ... From what I know, it's a fascinating biography...

The Ellington and James Johnson books look intriguing as well. I thought I saw 2 books on Duke but it was just one. Edit to correct again: there are 2 Ellington books. The second is Jack Chambers Tone Parallel.

New release is from two dates May 12th and 19th. That CD has six tracks from May 12th plus a bunch more from Oslo October 28th.

I did make it to Bob Le Flambeur. I had seen a fair number of French noir or neo-noir films, and I had assumed I had seen this, though it was definitely the first time. A few odd plot holes (Bob had known Marc for years and only just found out he was still pimping -- really?), but generally quite interesting.

Terrific! 👍

Congratulations, Mark!!! That's very exciting news!

I wonder if it is a different concert than this one from May 12, 1966:

Gang, I am beyond thrilled to report that The Best of the Best: Jazz from Detroit, which I wrote and produced with two New York filmmakers, will officially premiere on Prime Video on December 9! By far the most frequently asked question I get about the film is when and where can I see it? Now I have an answer. You and your families and friends across the country will be able to stream the film starting this holiday season. My coproducers and I have been striving toward the goal of national distribution since work began on the documentary five years ago, and here we are. The appearance on Prime Video is also just the first step toward what promises to be a dynamic 2026 for the film. In addition to multiple streaming platforms, the documentary will screened at an increasing number of arts institutions, universities, jazz clubs, and other venues throughout the country. I'll be able to share more details soon. If anyone is connected to an organization, school, or other presenter that might have an interest in booking the film, please reach out through the PM function here or email: mstryker63 (at) gmail. For those who may not have previously been aware of the film, it was inspired by my 2019 book, Jazz from Detroit (University of Michigan Press). A mutual friend connected me my eventual partners, Daniel Loewenthal (director, editor, producer) and Roberta Friedman (producer). We premiered the film last year in Detroit, and spent the last year on the festival circuit, appearing in nine festivals across North America and Europe. Here's a brief synopisis from our press materials: -- The Best of the Best: Jazz from Detroit weaves a compelling historical and cultural tapestry connecting Detroit’s innovative and influential jazz legacy, the city’s dramatic rise and fall as an industrial power, and the struggles and triumphs of its resilient African American community. From legends like Elvin Jones and Yusef Lateef, to contemporary stars like Regina Carter and Kenny Garrett, you can’t tell the history of jazz without telling the history of jazz from Detroit and the profound tradition of mentorship nurturing Detroit jazz since the 1950s. Among the musicians, historians, and writers featured in the film are: Geri Allen, Terence Blanchard, George Bohanon, Kenny Burrell, Ron Carter, Regina Carter, James Carter, Barry Harris, Marion Hayden, Louis Hayes, Robert Hurst III, Hank Jones, Elvin Jones, Thad Jones, Sheila Jordan, Yusef Lateef, Christian McBride, Charles McPherson, Pat Metheny, Johnny O’Neal, Endea Owens, Karriem Riggins, Rodney Whitaker, Don Was, David Maraniss, Herb Boyd, Jamon Jordan, Marsha Music, and many others. (90 min.) More info can be found at https://www.jazzfromdetroitfilm.com/ --

I only just noticed the filled letters - and I have seen this often - there is so much visually I miss. For me - new covers for the 70's usually work well. Off now to listen to Love Drops from Mothership

Ascent ASC-1002 - Toshiko Akiyoshi-Lew Tabacking Big Band "Salted Ginko Nuts" - rec. 1978 - Engineer: Ron Malo

❤️ United Artists Jazz St 15015 (Japan 1983 K 18P-9224) - Zoot Sims In Paris - rec. 1961 -

Bob Minzer Big Band “Live at MCG with Special Guest Kurt Elling” McG Jazz cd

I’m getting used to the cold mornings. At least no snow on the horizon for the rest of the week. I started the day with Paula Morelenbaum “Berimbaum”–one of my absolute favorite recordings. It has it all. And then on to one of my favorites in the Toshiba TOCJ 24 bit by RVG series, Pete La Roca “Basra” Awesome band and performances.

November 21, 2025: Anat Cohen, The Clarion at Brazosport College, Lake Jackson November 22,2025: Jim Snidero, Scat Jazz, Fort Worth December 5, 2025: Shelley Carrol, Scat Jazz, Fort Worth December 6, 2025: Quamon Fowler, Scat Jazz, Fort Worth January 10, 2026: Jackie Venson, Antone's, Austin January 11, 2026: Brandon Woody's Upendo, Eldorado Ballroom, Houston January 17, 2026: Jackie Venson, Antone's, Austin January 23, 2026: Al Dimeola, Kessler Theater, Dallas January 24, 2026: Jackie Venson, Antone's Austin Al Dimeola, Heights Theater, Houston January 31, 2026: Jackie Venson, Antone's, Austin February 22, 2026: Branford Marsalis Quartet, Wortham Theater, Houston March 5, 2026: Pat Metheny, Charline McCombs Empire Theater, San Antonio March 6, 2026: Pat Metheny, Paramount Theater, Austin March 7, 2026: Pat Metheny Side-Eye, Wortham Theater, Houston March 13, 2026: T.K. Blue and African Rhythms Alumni, A Tribute to Randy Weston, Walton Arts Center, Little Rock, Arkansas March 20, 2026: Sarah Hanahan, Monk's Jazz Club, Austin March 21, 2026: Sunny War, Anne Harris, Buffalo Nichols, Jake Blount, Justin Robinson, Fort Worth African American Roots Music Festival, Southside Preservation Hall, Fort Worth March 22, 2026: Sarah Hanahan, Eldorado Ballroom, Houston March 26, 2026: Pat Metheny Side-Eye III, Marc Ribot, Ches Smith Clone Row, Isaiah Collier, William Hooker Quartet, Big Ears Festival, Knoxville, Tennessee March 27, 2026: Chucho Valdes Royal Quartet, John Scofield Trio, Ghost Train Orchestra: The Music of Moondog, Jeff Parker Expansion Trio, Miles Okazaki Trickster, Nate Smith, Ned Rothenberg, Nik Bartsch, Sullivan Fortner Trio, Tim Berne, Thomas Fujiwara: Dream Up, Big Ears Festival, Knoxville, Tennessee March 28, 2026: Darius Jones Trio, Either/Orchestra, Incerto, Marquis Hill Blacktet, Mary Halvorson, Miles Okazaki: The Compete Monk, , Nate Smith, Nik Bartsch Ronin, Patricia Brennan Septet, Shabaka, Yasmin Williams and William Tyler, Big Ears Festival, Knoxville, Tennessee March 29, 2026: Brandon Woody's Upendo, Chicago Underground Duo, Dave Douglas Gifts Quartet, Either/Orchestra Plays Eithiopiques, Julian Lage Quartet,Marc Ribot, Matt Mitchell's Zealous Angles, Miles Electric Band, Nels Cline: Lovers, Openness Trio, Tom Skinner,, Big Ears Festival, Knoxville, Tennessee April 1, 2026: Samara Joy, Winspear Opera House, Dallas Pat Metheny Side-Eye III, Majestic Theater, Dallas April 2, 2026: Kaia Kater, Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts, Little Rock, Arkansas Samora Joy, Austin City Limits April 4, 2026: Samora Joy, Tobin Center, San Antonio April 10, 2026: Coltrane at 100 (Joe Lovano, Melissa Aldana, Ndudzo Makhathini, Matt Garrison, Jefftain Watts), Cullen Theater, Houston April 23-26, 2026: New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival April 30-May 3, 2026: New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival May 9, 2026: Hiromi's Sonic Wonder, Cullen Theater, Houston May 16, 2026: Chucho Valdes, Paramount Theater, Austin May 17, 2026: Lucia, Eldorado Ballroom, Houston

Hadda Brooks - Femme Fatale (Ace Records) Wow - what a voice! Her early recordings are a treat. My discovery of the year from long ago jazz.

For sure. I'm of the opinion that one can't truly get an accurate history of anything in the US without accounting for organized crime syndicate involvement.

I talked to Zev Feldman late last month and he is very excited about this release. I just finished hearing it and it is a lost treasure, with terrific sound. The LP will be out 11-28, the CD on 12-05.