bertrand

Up - based on the thread about 2 LPs on one CD. If they are thinking of doing 4, 5 and 6 (which seems likely, since the 20-bit is going OOP), they should do the following: 1) Add 'Au Privave' from the Mobley Prestige to 4, 5 and 6 - it goes with 'Confirmation' 2) Reissue the Mobley two-fer, with 'Au Privave' left out instead of 'Alternating Current' Alternatively, they could issue the 2 Mobleys as two separate RVGs. Anyone have connections with Concord? We need to tell them about this ASAP before they mess it up the way Fantasy did. Bertrand.

I never went as deep as figuring out the playing time, but with the never-before-issued tracks, it was definitely more than one CD. The thing that drove me nuts with the old Fantasy was the way they put together the two Mobley Prestige dates. To fit them on one CD, they left out 'Alternating Current'. What they should have done is leave out 'Au Privave' and add it to 4, 5 and 6 as a bonus cut. Therefore, the two tracks with McLean (the other is 'Confirmation') would have been together, and all the other Mobley cuts would be present. A person buying 4, 5 and 6 and the Mobley two-fer would have all the material. Since the 4,5 and 6 20-bit is going OOP, is an RVG in the works? We could still call them and suggest it if they also intend to reissue the Mobley. It may not be too late. Bertrand.

This up and down thing is too weird. While I was waiting for my order, Worktime and Curson disappeared and reappeared. I'm not sure what the deal is there. No new titles have appeared, I assume? Bertrand.

The SNL skit was GREAT. Bertrand.

A few years ago, I had suggested the idea of putting together the left out tracks to Fantasy's archivist Stuart Kremsky. I even started a thread here to try to get a list, which I sent to him. I also suggested tossing in some extra tracks that were not on LPs and didn't make it to the CDs either (e.g. 'Here's Bill' from Larry Young's Groove Street and 'Remembrance' from Bobby Timmons' Soul Man - which he said was actually a piano solo). Under the new regime, I doubt my idea will be implemented. Bertrand.

Blues Alley never bothers with personnel. Even if I called them between sets, they wouldn't know. I'll only consider it if the personnel is worth it. Bertrand.

I also love this record. As it so happens, it's part of the $9.99 Impulse sale until Monday. I only have the old CD case version. Although I usually don't do upgrades, I think I will for this one and Alfie (one of my favorites). We'll see what other Impulses are out there... Bertrand.

Thanks, Ronald, no rush on this. I susepct the LP has the exact same info as the tape, so it's more a question of whether you interpret it the same way I did. Bertrand.

Who else is in the band? Bertrand.

Good one, Hot Ptah!

I found my tape in between, but the info is confusing - it seems to claim that both Walton and Cowell play on some tracks. I think I have concluded the following: It's Chambers and Cowell on all tracks except the various takes of 'Nola'. On the various takes of 'Nola' (one of which is a piano solo), it's Walton and Kenny Washington. Does your LP seem to imply this as well? Thanks, Bertrand.

Finally got my CDs - everything but Soultrane. I would consider making another order, but my gut instinct is that there will be a second batch so I will wait until then. Bertrand.

There is a package waiting for me at home that came today. My workday is done! Bertrand.

Is Hill leading the octet as well? Bertrand.

I had heard he had heart surgery. I wish him the best in his recovery. I hope to see him with the aforementioned septet at the University of Maryland in the fall. Bertrand.

I may try to go. Bertrand.

I just spoke to Larry III. The festival is going to happen, but at a date still to be determined. The website now has some information. The following artists have committed to appear: George Benson trio with Melvin davis Lenny White Joe Chambers Houston Person James 'Blood' Ulmer Dave Holland Herbert Morgan Bobby Hutcherson McCoy Tyner/Stanley Clarke/Billy Cobham Nathan Davis Onaje Allen Gumbs Dave Blocker (a vocalist who sang in a group with Larry called The Challengers) More info as it becomes available. Bertrand.

Buck will be at Blues Alley soon. I'll try to see if he's got the organ that night. I need this CD! Bertrand.

Thanks for checking, Brownie. Yes, I had an opportunity recently to pass along a bunch of questions to Wayne about his compositions for a project I am working on (more on this later - it should be interesting if it comes to fruition). He was categorical that 'Fat Lady' was not his, but he did not state who did compose it. There's no reason to think it is not Timmons. Bertrand.

I left a voice mail last night. I'll post back with updates. Bertrand.

Two good gigs coming up in D.C. at the U street Twins 8/18 and 8/19: Oliver Lake I saw him a year or so ago. It was an 80% Dolphy program, played beautifully - if Janelle Gill is on piano again, we're in for a real treat. 8/25 and 8/26: Larry Willis Trio He often uses a drummer I don't care for, but here the excellent Steve Williams (formerly with Shirley Horn) is scheduled. Steve Novosel is on bass (formerly with Tolliver). Stefan and I just saw Steve on Friday - he's amazing. Let me know if you're tempted. Barring unforeseen circumstances, I hope to be at both. Bertrand.

Yes, it's time I finally put my Lee Morgan/Wayne Shorter Mosaic into my iTunes folder. In particular, this will allow me to have an almost complete 'Wayne Shorter' compositions playlist - I'll only be missing the two tracks he co-wrote on the Laswell album (see other thread - I might have to buy this one), a new piece called 'Ballroom In The Sky' which will be on the Santana/Shorter DVD coming out soon (although I think it's the same as the piece he's been tacking onto 'Footprints') and the bonus track from the Japanese Sound Barrier CD (grrr...). 19 of the tracks in the Mosaic set are his, including two he has yet to record himself. I'm pretty sure the track listings below are correct. If anyone who has the vinyl can confirm, I would appreciate it. I plan to toss the alternates at the end where they belong. Some tidbits which I may or may not have already mentioned on the board: 1) On the Mosaic, the songs 'Blues A La Carte' and 'Harry's Last Stand' are flipped. My listing below refers to the correct song titles. 2) "Off Spring' is by Clifford Jordan, not Milt Jackson. Thanks to a tip from our friend Vincent, I confirmed this with the copyrights (and later with a discography Clifford did himself which his widow sent to me). 3) There was confusion in earlier issues, but 'Fat Lady' is NOT by Wayne Shorter. I got this information from Wayne himself. Thanks, Bertrand. The Young Lions Seeds Of Sin - Scourin' - Fat Lady - Peaches And Cream - That's Right Here's Lee Morgan Terrible T - Mogie - I'm A Fool To Want You - Running Brook - Off Spring - Bess Expoobident Expoobident - Easy Living - Triple Track - Fire - Just In Time - The Hearing - Lost And Found Introducing Wayne Shorter Blues A La Carte - Harry's Last Stand - Down In The Depths - Pug Nose - Black Diamond - Mack The Knife Second Genesis The Ruby And The Pearl - Pay As You Go - Second Genesis - Mr. Chairman - Tenderfoot - The Albatross - Getting To Know You - I Didn't Know What Time It Was Wayning Moments Black Orpheus - Devil's Island - Moon of Manakoora - Dead End - Wayning Moments - Powder Keg - All Or Nothing At All - Callaway Went That-A-Way

Buck is a wonderful musician, I have had the pleasure of seeing a number of times and he never disappoints. Jerry Jones told me about this record, Buck's first with an organist (who his regular pianist, BTW). Paul Pieper is also a fabulous player (just missed him Thursday). I will get this ASAP. I've got to hear 'Flamenco Sketches' with organ! Bertrand.

I always hated his fucking guts. This just confirms my instincts. Bertrand.

Yes, Barak, We are all going to be thinking of you and hope you stay safe during this mobilization. Bertrand.