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This is a boutique release I don't see it coming cheap anywhere. Maybe if you tell yourself that it has Mal as an uncredited guest?

No Smooth Jazz? Oto probably not the best source... I'm interested in that book too

https://www.juno.co.uk/artists/Black+Unity+Trio/ I got confirmation from Gotta Groove today that Juno have bought copies from them so you might yet be in luck Pim

Just listening to 'Emanation' now and I'm struck by how strong the piano trio segment is. Such a consummate musician (and swearer )

That's a great listen. The only Kessel i have so will be interested in this thread to see where else to pay attention

in late 70s Britain, at least the part where I lived, all self-respecting soulboys listened to Grover Washington - Winelight Crusaders - Streetlife and my particular favourite at the time David Sanborn - Hideaway {which I still have somewhere) Happy Days!

One of my absolute favourite musicians. Steve, I think your appreciation is spot on. Just received my copy of 'Of Things Beyond Thule, vol.1' a testament to his current stature.

Only patriotic songs I hear bring tears of despair these days. Give me 'Jerusalem' any day over the rest of our choices

Being British I simply display a stiff upper lip and make sure my emotions don't get in the way of song enjoyment so happy for this to be a US-exclusive thread.

Nice thoughts. I also revisited the box off the back of this thread and found great music in it, I'd forgotten just how good and varied a collection it is

It's all on Spotify, in the UK. It is good.

Smoke - s/t [Session] This went on my 'to buy' list a couple of months ago after a discussion on this board made me aware of it, can't remember where now It's now on my 'bought it' list and I'm very pleased that I have. Really interesting session

Why wouldn't they be from such an established and reputable label? They're real LPs and downloads too...

Terumasa Hino Sextet - Fuji Thanks to Hutchfan for the inspiration

Yes, plan was two in person concerts. One at the Vortex the other at a concert hall venue. Vortex is seating 20 max socially distances and masked. Other venue also doing similar. I've working from home too and not overly comfortable and have avoided large numbers. I've so far thought the risk factors were sufficiently mitigated for these concerts but infection rates have gone through the roof here recently so may well have revised the decision to attend. Lockdown will resolve that dilemma.

My plans to see London Jazz Festival gigs from 13/11 for a week look about to be stymied by a (very belated) lockdown rumoured to start next week. At least the LJF have programmed some interesting streams

That's such a great cover. I bought three of the RSD Hino titles as my introduction to his leader dates, this one may have to be the next Meanwhile, the morning's arrival. What a hidden (from me, at least) gem this is E.W. Wainwright, Jr. - African Roots Of Jazz (AROJ, 2017 reissue)

Great to hear those character packed early songs. The Apple TV documentary is worth a watch, little more than a promo but a beautifully shot and composed one.

Best Bruce for ages

Maybe someone will have the idea to recreate the rooms, floor, wall, ceiling coverings and all, and present concerts in them to get as close to the atmosphere as possible and at the same time pay homage to the original venue...no, never going to happen

Thanks for the full list. 67 for me and a good number of 'need to get'

I fear you protest too much. Your dismissive attitude to Moran's involvement is very evident in your phrase about him 'what johnny-come-lately people/celebs like Jason Moran have to say' and how you then compare his credentials to those of Marsalis contribution to the Burns documentary - contributions it's obvious you regard negatively. It's a self-evident truth that he can't contribute 'with real substance) from an INSIDER's point of view about jazz clubs of the FORTIES and FIFTIES and that era', so why even set him up to fail on a false premise. Nor does this necessarily disqualify him from having knowledge of the subject which could enhance the book. I simply pointed out some context that may suggest he could do so. I also don't read 'just wondering and puzzlement' in your dismissal of Moran But maybe I'm being unnecessarily obtuse. It's obvious to everyone that someone with lived experience has a greater opportunity to provide insight but let's not dismiss the contributions of those that have gained knowledge often from studying the testimonies of those with that experience.

I never said, nor did jhoots, that you raked him over the coals. My comments are only in response to BBS's post. And, I agree that Moran's installations may not give him credence on the subject but they may. As you say the proof will be in his contributions to the book.

yes, we can't have anyone under the age of 50 being knowledgeable about Jazz clubs from before their birth can we now. Quickly the barbarians are at the gates. If you knew Moran's work you might know he has done a number of deeply researched historical projects and has an obvious respect for music of the 20s - 40s. You may not like his interpretations of Waller or James Reese Europe but I'm not sure he can be dismissed as a 'johnny-come-lately people/celeb'. https://jasonmoranharlemhellfighters.com/ Or his inclusion in the book could be to do with the work he's done around venues now lost, venues from 40s and 50s surprisingly https://www.nytimes.com/2016/11/21/arts/music/jason-moran-contemporary-art.html https://whitney.org/exhibitions/jason-moran/performances prejudice or ignorance, I suspect

I agree, it's a great 'starter' list not dissimilar to my purchases of the DMM reissues in the mid-80s. They stood me in great stead as will these for anyone who fancies dipping their toe in BN