Stefan Wood

I picked up the Bobby Timmons and the Mongo Santamaria. The Timmons' material is very good, all trio sessions from 1964 (My Barefoot Soul and Chun-King -- wish there was a bigger image of THAT cover!). Strong playing by all involved. The Mongo date I listened to only a couple of tracks, but for those who think Mongo's later work isn't as exciting or interesing as his recordings in the 50's through the early 70's, this seems to be a real treat. Hot hot hot!!!

I have the cd -- it is excellent! I had posted on the "other" board about this -- I had forgotten that this was done BEFORE his current tour, but it has the same personnel, with some additions. Wayne is definitely playing at a higher level. It is an all acoustic affair -- some tracks have a latin tinge to it, similar to Native Dancer but this is way different. The Villa Lobos tune is outstanding.