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  1. Seeking Recs for Killer Bass Solos

    in Recommendations

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    To help you in your search, you should pick up a copy of the book "Jazz Bass artists of the 1950's" by Dave Hunt. Dave's book not only covers the well-known bass giants of the 1950's but also some lesser-known but no less great bassists of that era. Dave's a great writer and he'll make you want to track down recordings by these great bassists. Many, many years ago, Dave turned me on to bassists Albert Stinson and George Tucker which made me want to track down all of the recordings they were on. A highly recommended book for bassists and non-bassists alike.

    The book can be had at Amazon:

    http://www.amazon.com/Jazz-Bass-Artists-1950s-Dave/dp/0982312369/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1283736365&sr=1-1

  5. Chet Baker - Pacific Jazz Recordings

    in Re-issues

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    Not to get too far off the topic of the PJ Recordings but, to me, there is something about his singing and playing on the four Steeplechase albums (one studio and 3 live) that Chet did with just Doug Raney on guitar and NHOP on bass that,IMHO,really comes across with a lot of raw emotion. Not great singing but just filled with that "I've been through it all" emotion -- they are my favorite Chet records. The studio album is called "The Touch of Your Lips" - can't remember the names of the live recordings.

  11. Monk At the It Club - Mosaic Set - Worth It If You Have CD Set?

    in Mosaic and other box sets...

    Posted · Edited by JohnT

    IIRC, the bass solo's were put back in to the 2 CD version.

    The only differences I see between the 2 CD version and the Mosaic LP's is that

    the Mosaic LP set has:

    1. Slightly different track order

    2. 5 versions of Epistrophy/Themes (previously unissued)

    3. Sweet and Lovely (previously unissued)

    This is one of my favorite Monk performances so, eventually, I'll have to pick up the LP set too!!

  15. Looking for advice re: buying a bass

    in Musician's Forum

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    1st, find a good teacher that can help you find a good upright bass, provide instruction, etc. Once finding a bass, getting it set-up comfortable for you to play is another important step and someone who already plays can be a great help with that too.

    2nd, go to www.talkbass.com and go to their double bass forum. Lot's of great information and discussions on buying basses, books, etc.

    I have two double basses, luckily I was able to find these for a reasonable price, as you know they can be very expensive, but I had to do some major (in the case of one of them) and minor adjustments before they could be played properly.

    Best of luck in your hunt for a bass!!

  16. The bowed (arco) upright bass

    in Artists

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    George Tucker is one of my favorite bass players but there doesn't seem to be a lot of information known about him. Does anybody know where I could find out more information about his life, etc.?

    (I don't want to derail this thread -- this probably should have gone under it's own thread but it seemed appropriate here)

  17. Lee Morgan/Live at the Lighthouse

    in Discography

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    This past summer I visited the Lighthouse for the first time. It ain't what it used to be -- jazz only on Sundays. While I was there I was imagining Lee Morgan and his group playing there -- that must have been an awesome group to see in person!!

    Get the 3 CD Box -- IMHO some of the best live jazz on record!!!

  18. The bowed (arco) upright bass

    in Artists

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    As a bassist yourself your enthusiasm is understandable , but a 2-and-a-half-hour solo bass album strikes me as an indulgence not likely to be granted by many non-musician jazz fans .

    Yes, as a bassist I am a little biased. :lol:

    I would also agree that 2 and a half hours of solo bass and violin is definetly not for everyone. However, for those so inclined to try something a little different, they might find some beautiful music within. :crazy:

  20. The bowed (arco) upright bass

    in Artists

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    Eddie Gomez plays some great bowed solos on some of the recordings he made with Bill Evans - mostly in a "live" setting . IIRC, he played some great bowed solos on the "Tokyo Concert" and "Montruex III" records.

    A great contemporary bassist who almost always plays bowed bass solos is Ari Roland. IMHO, he kind of reminds me of a modern day Paul Chambers in his bowed sound.

  23. Piccolo jazz bass - say what?

    in Artists

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    Brian Bromberg plays a "piccolo" bass guitar which is different than the "acoustic" piccolo upright bass of Ron Carter and Percy Heath.

    I recently saw Brian Bromberg at the Clearwater Jazz Fest. He put on a great show. However, I much prefer his acoustic bass playing over his electric playing even though he is an amazing player on the electric bass.

    Check out his CD's "Wood" and "Wood II" for more of his "acoustic" side. IIRC, he also played acoustic bass with Stan Getz in one of Stan's last bands.

    IMHO, Brain Bromberg is on of those players today that is trying to stradle the line between smooth jazz and traditional jazz. I liked his previous CD (more acoustic bass oriented) than his new one. I'm sure he makes a lot more $$ playing the smooth jazz thing but IMHO, I much prefer him in a more traditional jazz setting.

  25. Beatles Remasters coming! 09/09/09

    in Re-issues

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    I have both the Stereo and Mono Boxes and, I agree, the stereo "Beatles For Sale" is a real revelation and has been getting heavy rotation. Thus far, the other revelation is that, to my ears, Magical Mystery Tour sounds best in mono. Glad I have both boxes to sample, even if I'm now completely broke! I'm in Beatles heaven!! :crazy:

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