sonnymax

Please don't put me in this never say never category that BBS has instigated. I applaud honest people who take the time, effort and money to find original sources and, if needed, create a newly remastered version of a classic title. What I personally choose not to buy are reissues that are nothing more than a copy of what is already available, especially "newly remastered" titles that were remastered by someone else, then merely copied for this latest release. The reissue scene for digital downloads is much worse though, with so many "companies" releasing PD material with confusing titles, no discographies, and questionable sources. Others have the right to spend their money the way they see fit. I'm just thankful that my music library already contains most of the classic titles I need. I wouldn't want to be a newbie at this stage in the game.

Here's a print left by Tony. It's called "Amalfi Coast".

Noble enough, but I take it, then, that you never, never, never ever buy ANY of the "Proper" boxes either and would rate them in the same camp. Buy them? Nope. Own the music on them? You betcha. I also like to search for the artwork of the original releases, and then catalog them as such in my music library.

Jordi Jr. is also probably shilling for Fresh Sounds, Blue Sounds, Definitive Records, Lonehill, etc. as well. They're all part of the same business (manufacturing, distributing, retailing) that sell music we already own, i.e. in the pubic domain. I take pleasure in occasionally pulling a "Robin Hood" with these reissues, taking from Jordi and his pals and sharing with the less fortunate. I ain't no hero, but I'm certainly not foolish enough to pay for P.D. material.

Stonewall15, There are ways to communicate privately with other members that avoid possible negative consequences for Jim and the board. Inquiries like "Has anyone ever heard of...", "Is there such a thing as...." and so on are sometimes used to elicit responses from interested members via pm and email. Discretion is the key.

There are many Russian-based download sites that take advantage of the Federation's unwillingness to enforce anti-piracy laws. From what I read, Russia had to adopt stricter copyright laws that are more in line with those of other countries in order to get into the WTO. Enforcement in another matter, however. To this date, only two sites, AllofMP3.com and LegalSounds.com, have been shut down. When LegalSounds.com closed down recently, they took their subscribers' money with them! Things don't look too good for the future either. Just a few months ago, Russian lawmakers put forth a new anti-piracy bill that applies only to movies and TV series. They reason that these works are "expensive to produce", unlike music, software, etc.

Lee Tanner, one of my favorite jazz photographers, passed away on September 7th. Here are just a few of images he left us:

Tracks 1-4 feature the Monash University Big Band. Tracks 5-7 feature one of the University's jazz ensembles, while tracks 8 & 9 feature their other jazz ensemble. The remaining tracks feature the school's Small World Music Ensemble.

The EMI Japan site mentions Michael Cuscuna's name. Perhaps someone might give him a call and ask him.

Not sure how to answer your question, but give a listen and decide for yourself: George Garzone - The Monash Sessions

Hometown hero George Garzone has released a big band recording featuring music students from Monash University. It features Garzone's original compositions and a few standards, arranged by Berklee and Buddy Rich alumni Greg Hopkins. As usual, Garzone's soloing is masterful, and it's nice to hear him in this kind of setting. The CD issue is rather expensive, but downloads at Amazon and iTunes are very reasonable. Enjoy.

My list would include the Vanguard, Smoke, Smalls, and the Jazz Standard. However, I'd add the Cornelia Street Cafe and the Jazz Gallery to the list and drop the Iridium and "the trendy room that Wynton built".

No, because the son and his mother were also victims of the father's abuse. Because the son has publicly expressed his feelings of outrage and sympathy for the women who were held hostage and raped. Because Chuck is showing compassion rather than merely venting scorn.

Have you tried turning off the auto update feature?

I'm thinking of buying a fall series ticket to Firehouse 12. Any opinions on this venue?

As a recent convert, I'm looking forward to Mary Halvorson's upcoming release: Mary Halvorson Septet - Illusionary Sea (Firehouse 12) Mary Halvorson, guitar; Jonathan Finlayson, trumpet; Jacob Garchik, trombone; Jon Irabagon, alto sax; Ingrid Laubrock, tenor sax; John Hébert, bass; Ches Smith, drums.

I'm really enjoying these two new releases: Mazolewski Gonzalez Quintet - Shaman (ForTune) Dennis Gonzalez - trumpet, cornet, mouth percussion, voices; Wojtek Mazolewski - bass, voices; Marek Pospieszalski - tenor saxophone, alto clarinet; Joanna Duda - piano; Jerzy Rogiewicz - drums, percussion. Samuel Blaser Consort in Motion - A Mirror To Machaut (Songlines) Samuel Blaser - trombone; Joachim Badenhorst - tenor saxophone, Bb & bass clarinet; Russ Lossing - piano, Rhodes, Wurlitzer; Drew Gress - bass; Gerry Hemingway - drums.

What bulllshit. I watched the game, and Dumpster's post-game denial. Joe Girardi was right, he's a f**king coward.

Deeper posts? Aside from the "What are you listening to now?" thread, the other "discussion" that gets the most attention here (with 10,480 replies and 485,129 views) is . . . "sexiest album covers". Sad.

Yes, please. Also, would you include the most recent list of Nessa titles? Thanks.

I don't know who currently owns the masters, but I would like to see reissues of the three Richie Kamuca albums Concord released in the '70s: Richie, Drop Me Off In Harlem & Charlie.

Also, I think the inordinate number of threads on this board about album covers and about "hey, here's some pointless article I found on the Internet. I think I'll start a thread!" diminish the quality of real discussion about music, making this a less interesting and rewarding place to be.

Everyone is entitled to their own opinion and personal preferences, of course, but I feel statements like this reflect an ignorance and intolerance that is antithetical to appreciating creative improvised music.

IDK, every video I've pulled up of him he plays pretty inside within the mainstream tradition. If you can suggest something more outside, that'd be wonderful. He's a strong player from the vids I watched. Check out Corey with Roscoe Mitchell. He's also played with the Art Ensemble of Chicago.