HutchFan

I just read this thread. Fascinating discussion from 7 years ago. It reminded me of a story that I heard. I don't recall all the details, but here's the gist of it. The author Stephen King was interacting with some fans, discussing his books and books that he's enjoyed by other authors. One of the fans asked King about George R.R. Martin, the author of the Game of Thrones series. King talked about how much he enjoyed Martin's books. But then the fans began to complain because it was taking Martin so long to complete the cycle. The fans felt like they were "owed" the final few chapters. But Stephen King wasn't having any of that and pushed back strongly. King said, "George R.R. Martin is not your bitch." Likewise, the ONLY person who can decide what's right for Sonny Rollins is Sonny Rollins. He is not our bitch.

Back to this disc: Sonny Rollins - Old Flames (Milestone, 1993) Wonderful.

The Tabackin RCA cover sorta reminds me of this:

Ooh. THAT would be cool.

Nice! Definitely adding this to my list.

Good call, Dmitry. Yes, outstanding. No pianist. Sax trio! CORRECTION: Bill Goodwin is the drummer on this recording, not Manne. I mis-remembered and the Discogs entry incorrectly lists Manne (for the IC issue). The back cover of the Inner City LP actually states that Goodwin is the drummer. Still, primo Tabackin!

and Disc 5 - Originally released as LPs California Soul and Eternal Equinox

Yep. https://www.discogs.com/release/2036418-Shelly-Manne-Essence Terrific record.

This overlooked Shelly Manne LP from 1977 features outstanding playing by Tabackin: Five of seven tracks on tenor; two cuts on flute.

Yeah.

Tito Puente - The Legend (Tico, 1977) El Rey del Timbal con Santos Colon

Ooof. Left out in the sun?

Here's what he looks like: I'd estimate that he's 12", maybe 14" tall -- from top of his head to the tip of his tail. The striped tail-feathers are what distinguished the "red shouldered" hawk. When he opens those wings, it's impressive!

The red-shouldered hawk that lives in my backyard makes sure that the squirrel population is "managed" 'round these parts. In our yard, I've stumbled across dessicated squirrel carcasses split open along the belly and picked clean. Only some fur and a bit of bone left. A few years ago, I was lucky enough to watch "our" hawk fall out of the sky and land directly on top of a snake. The hawk grabbed the snake with his talons and away he went. Jaw droppingly FAST and efficient. The creek that runs along the back boundary of our property draws all sorts of wildlife.

Ouch! I like those LPs -- and not for their "somnabulistic" properties. I suppose it's a case of de gustibus and all that. Incidentally, I never got the Select either. But only because the vinyl seemed sufficient.

My go-to for insomnia is usually Ellington. I like to queue up his mood pieces from the 30s. Stuff like "Azure" or "Subtle Lament." The Ellington Indigos album works well too.

Hooray for JA! Very interesting story.

Totally unknown to me. Will give it a listen. Mickey Tucker's presence is always a plus. Thanks for the heads-up.

You say "musical drummer," I think Max Roach.

I'm giving this a spin too. Succumbing to peer pressure.

Not jazz related, but re: AM radio ... As a kid, I remember listening to Atlanta Braves games on WSB, a clear channel station, while visiting my grandparents in southwestern Pennsylvania, about 500 miles away (as the crow flies) from ATL. Only at night. And you could only get good reception from high points around town. But that was something. Very memorable listening to those games while being so far from home. Announcers were Skip Caray (Harry's son), Pete Van Wieren, and Ernie Johnson.