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I hadn't spotted that but I definitely remember everyone was suddenly wearing suits to perform - Steve Williamson, Courtney Pine, Jason Rebello, Tommy Smith etc etc. it was like they'd all discovered Moss Bros overnight. And what was Wynton always seen wearing? It's all his fault yet again

Johnny Lytle - The Loop [Tuba Records, 1966 mono] 'the "IN" sound of vibes & organ' - so it says and so it is

I might still have the suit. Whether I can get into it is another matter

You will not be disappointed. Money well spent!

It's solo. Uses the full range of the bass, some extended techniques but fundamentally melodic, lots of space. Very spiritual if you read the sleeve notes, inspired by his faith which I think is transmitted in the music. Many might call it "Spiritual" because of the label it's on, I won't. This was my first listen and I'm pleased I bought it. I think it will get many more outings Now I'm on another new arrival Anthony Williams - Life Time [Blue Note, Liberty 1971] sounds great, what a band That's good to hear. Mine's on order with a UK source, hopefully turns up soon. Very pleased that they repressed. Also, you have lots of lovely spare room to fill on those shelves....

Now one of today's arrivals Chico Hamilton Quintet - Ellington Suite [World Pacific Records, 1959 mono] And now another Roberto Miguel Miranda - The Creator's Musician [Nimbus, 1980]

Gil Scott-Heron & Brian Jackson - South Africa to South Carolina [Arista, 1975]

Great album

There seems to be a lot not to overlook

Thanks a lot. On this now

Thank you

So far I've gone for late 50s through to a Muse. I saw a Novus, how are the later dates?

Definitely! I can't believe I've slept on him for so long. I have another three in the post at the moment. My new obsession... He's hitting a similar spot that Yusef Lateef does for me. Thank you for all your Moody posts that eventually nudged me in the right direction.

James Moody -s/t [Cadet/GRT, 1975] first of a number of new Moody LPs I'm hoping will arrive soon.

I regret not going to that. Saw Hebden and Reid which was excellent. They were on a bill with The Thing so it so nearly could have happened that night too.

John Carter - Dance Of The Love Ghosts [Gramavision, 1987] powerful

Thanks, I like that description of them. I will definitely been checking the other two. Already have 'Solo/Quartet' which is very special, I agree

Are the pies any good?

Bobby Hutcherson - Conception: The Gift Of Love [Columbia, 1979] I've largely ignored BH after his Blue Note years. On this evidence that has been foolhardy. Any views on the other Columbia releases?

Ted Curson - Pop Wine [Soufflé Continu, France 2021]

Milt Jackson - At The Museum Of Modern Art [Mercury Limelight UK, 1965 mono]

James Moody - Feelin' It Together [Muse, 1974] Proof positive, if any were needed, that listening to the consensus opinion here pays dividends. My first Moody LP purchased yesterday simply because of all the positivity towards him here, led unflaggingly by @HutchFan Absolutely feeling it, worth the entry fee for 'Wave' alone. Two more Moody albums ordered already Edit: make that five more ordered as they're all less than £10 each, some just £5 which is about as cheap as it gets for used vinyl here these days.

I only know Bheki too, well worth investigating. I'll be interested to hear your impressions as your investigations proceed