Big Al

Next weekend as in the weekend of May 2? Or this coming weekend of April 25? Either way, I'll have guesses (comments actually, since I didn't know/recognize any of these) later today.

It could've been worse: she could've been singing "How Soon is Now."

Jazz: Roy Eldridge's "Dale's Wail." Roy, Papa Jo, OP goin' apeshit on the organ. DAMN!!!! Rock: David Bowie's "Aladdin Sane." I actually heard this at the Austin Record Convention a couple weeks ago; was standing at one of the counters and heard this ridiculously catchy beat and tthen heard one of the wildest piano solos on a rock record this side of Jerry Lee Lewis. The guy running that stand was too busy for me to pester him, and all I could tell was that the record was "Changestwobowie." I didn't find out the name of the track until I got back home that night and listened to all the tracks. I love a song like that!

I'm on hold with my bank right now and I'm hearing THE worst version of "Quiet Nights of Quiet Stars." I don't know who this gal is, but she seems to think that perfect enunciation adds to the song. It also sounds like she inhaled about 40 gallons of helium before she approached the mike. Not only that, she's singing different words. Ahhhhh, relief! They're now playing "Somethin' Else," the Cannonball Adderley version! Okay, I'm in a much better place now! They can leave me on hold for the next eight minutes!

Oh yes I did! Glad Tom's getting this one. You're gonna enjoy it, my man!

Where can one find a discographical listing of his Columbia albums, when they were recorded, released, etc.? I've looked all over and found a six-page discography in French, but even THAT'S not complete.

Up here in Hurst at Doc's Records, which is quickly becoming my favorite vinyl haunt in these parts. Not the biggest selection in the world, but the prices are more than reasonable, and I've never walked outta there empty-handed! I don't know what happened to their website, but if I can find the URL, I'll post it tomorrow.

FINALLY found me another copy! Yay! Wonder how long it will be before I find the "lost" copy around here? What do you wanna bet I just bought back the copy I sold? That'd just figure....

The Johnny Smith Trio DESIGNED FOR YOU

I'm not sure about that after last night. A 21-point loss! Dirk & Jet are non-entities AGAIN. Oh well, doesn't really matter: whoever escapes from this series will be eliminated in the 2nd round. This series is more for bragging rights than anything else, and right now Dallas doesn't have much to brag about.

Dan, my apologies that I haven't commented yet. It's been a pretty stressful month thus far. Will try to have some comments before you post the answers. And I haven't looked at anyone's answers, either!

Wow! Mavs beat Spurs on the road! Would NEVER have predicted this.

Oh, I guess it's confirmed then. I was beginning to wonder... SWEET!!!! Thanks for the heads-up, guys! FWIW, I'm going to be in Ft. Worth Tuesday night on another appointment, but that may not end until around 9:00, if not later. I'm still gonna stop by the SCL when I'm done, hopefully be able to catch some of the set.

Asleep at the Wheel is supposed to be at Forever Young. That sounds cool!

"The Freedom Suite" with Sonny and "Brilliant Corners" with Monk. Two of my favorite drum solos in those songs, where the drums are as (if not more) melodic than the other instruments.

Sweet! Thanks, Lon!

Link please?

It ain't. He'll be back. He always comes back. I've lost count of how many times he's said "I'm outta here," only to be back in a matter of months (if that).

Sounds like the first line of a blues tune. "Sittin' at the libary waiting to get my taxes done (I said I'm) sittin' at the libary waiting to get my taxes done The taxman he take it all away and I don't get to keep me none" I like "libary" just as is. You just know there'd be some uptight Marian-the-librarian shushing him, "No singin' the blues at the libary."

I don't smoke.

Oh I hope you're right!

actually, i did pray, since i believe atheist prayers count twice... I like that! I've been doing some research and have been contacted by various board members who are either attorneys themselves or have contacts in Virginia where this is happening. Like I said before, I cannot thank y'all enough for your prayers, support, and encouragement.

Wow.... win three in a row, lose four in a row.... it was fun being above .500 while it lasted. Now the Rangers are back in mediocre-land where they belong....

Congratulations, and way cool!!! Suggestion for next album title: The Alexander Hawkins Ensemble....When Will Then Be Now? Soon!

Praise God and thank Him for saying YES to everyone's prayers for my daughter. She turned herself in and was released on her own recognizance. A court date has been set for April 29. At this moment, we're very thankful that no bail had to be paid, no bond had to be paid, nothing. At some point, I'll fill y'all in on the gory details of what's going on. But for now, I just wanted to thank all of you for your thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. They mean more to us than y'all will ever know. I realize this isn't over yet, but I know that we couldn't have gotten through this night without your thoughts, prayers, support, and best wishes. Thank you, all of you.