Brad

Thats too bad. It's a wonderful album, one of my favorites.

Shawn, Some of the bluesier, R & B early stuff is interesting, such as Now! and the Rolling Stones, which are not all reflected on Hot Rocks. An earlier version of Hot Rocks, which I like better is Big Hits (High Tide and Green Grass). If you're not big on them, this is the album for you. If you want to go a littel further, if you don't want to pick up individal albums, I'd recommend "Singles Collection: The London Years," a 3 cd set. The one album of theirs that I find indispensible is Aftermath. Post 1972-73, I don't really care for them but really love the early to late 60s stuff.

I often find I have that problem. Here's a recent photo of me on vacation

The less we pay attention to Clapton, the better of civilization will be. Clapton seems to hold the love-to-hate role in the blues world that Jarrett has in the jazz. Whatever ... my beef is with the "most important blues singer that ever lived" crappola. That happens to be his opinion and, as I stated earlier, if Johnson was a huge influence on Clapton's playing, what is the issue. To him, he's apparently the "most importan blues singer that ever lived." So what? Everyone has someone who has tremendously influenced them in their life, whether or not that person is the greatest whatever. Geez man, chill a bit. His opinion, fine. This is mine - that anyone who think Johnson is the "best" blah blah hasn't really listened beyond him. IMO. Besides, the phrase used isn't "most important" - the phrase used is "the best". There's a difference. Ya could argue the first - I'd still disagree. But the second? Nah. IMHO. I'm chillin dude His opinion, fine. Your opinion, fine. It's all in our humble opinions

The less we pay attention to Clapton, the better of civilization will be. Clapton seems to hold the love-to-hate role in the blues world that Jarrett has in the jazz. Whatever ... my beef is with the "most important blues singer that ever lived" crappola. That happens to be his opinion and, as I stated earlier, if Johnson was a huge influence on Clapton's playing, what is the issue. To him, he's apparently the "most importan blues singer that ever lived." So what? Everyone has someone who has tremendously influenced them in their life, whether or not that person is the greatest whatever.

On the other hand perhaps we should just look at his statement as who influenced him the most in his blues playing.

I'm sure they'll soon emerge from this funk. Too much talent on that team for it to go on much longer.

I tend to be a little conservative in these things so I try to avoid them and use a good plunger. Also, does your waste empty into a cesspool as opposed to city water. If the latter, I wouldn't be as concerned. However, if you have a cesspool, you do want to be cautious as to what you put down there. The last thing you need is your field failing. It's happened to me and it's expensive to replace one. Try 20 grand!

I believe the correct word would be centennial as in the "centennial of his birth."

There's a chart in todays NYT showing the amount of time in between perfect games. In the modern era, 20 days between Braden's an Halladay's is unequalled. The longest is 12,580: Charles Robertson threw one in 1922 and the next one is Don Larsen's. In the pre-modern era, Lee Richmond threw one for Worcester on June 12, 1880 and Monte Ward threw one for Providence on June 17.

Well, the Mets finally pulled one out today, after wasting the benefits of the five game streak against Yanks and Phils. They are about where they will be, basically a .500 team. The Mets principal radio announcer said yesterday that they are probably one good pitcher and one hitter away from being competitive. The hitter could be Beltran if he ever gets here and the pitcher who knows.

I think Big Wheel has it about right. Unless you have lived in Spain or immersed yourself in Spanish culture I don't think you can understand it, whether you like it or not. It's not sport, it's a spectacle. BTW, to guard against a goring, before the fight starts, the bull's neck muscles are weakened so that he keeps his head down. This also enhances the spectacle, the spectacular passes that you see.

I always wanted to run with the bulls in Pamplona but somehow never got around to it. I would say that is one time where the bulls have the upper hand. If you want to get a flavor of it, try reading Hemingway's The Sun Also Rises or one of his other books. They also have (or had) bullfighting in Portugal, the principal difference being they don't kill the bull. I remember watching one on Spanish tv years ago; it's a rather odd spectacle with a bunch of people chasing the bull or something like that. There are videos on youtube.

Unfortunately he did break his ankle; out for two months reportedly. I wonder if that will give other players pause.

I haven't seen the video but I would imagine that after he was gored, another toreador came in to finish the job. For those who may not know or care, if a fighter finishes off the bull quickly and well, you can be awarded one or both of the bull's ears and for an exceptional job, the tail as well

Spain? Yes, I lived in Barcelona and Madrid. Great cities.

I think because it's a wood instrument more common to a symphonic sound, that sounds a little sweet and doesn't stand out too well as a jazz instrument. I'm not sure that makes a lot of sense. It does take some getting used to and I have enjoyed it on occasion. Bud Shank played and what I heard (on the Mosaic) was pleasurable to the ear.

Just pre-ordered it. Thanks for the tip.

I lived in Spain when I was a kid and saw a few but no gorings like that. It's not a sport but some kind of activity that's part of the culture, of what makes Spain a fascinating place. However, I think it's time for it to go.

Dan, You've got to be kidding me. Jetman and I might be a little pleased that our team is doing well (after a crappy year last year) and you go crazy. What is it with this attitude. Neither of us post that much so I don't think we could have done anything to take this tone. I thought we used to get along well. Guess not. Too bad.

And a good morning to you too. Geez, which side of the bed did you wake up on today . I've always said that I'd be happy if they had a winning record. The Phils are probably the best team in the NL (although outside of their top two starters, I don't think their starting pitching is that great). You have to enjoy those momentary successes and I don't see what's wrong with that. People who live in glass houses......

A little off topic but they're still staying put in Stamford. I just talked to someone and he said "it's literally around the corner."

From my viewpoint, it was delicious and couldn't have it enjoyed it more. Also don't forget that counting in the game the last game the Mets lost to the Phillies back in Philadelphia, Mets pitchers have shut out the Phillies 31 one innings in a row Also, they only gave up one run the first time they met.

Well, I don't have the prior versions anymore so I will pick this up in some version. The AMG review wasn't that bad; sounds like they were just wishing it had been true to the original premise.

The Latin Bit and Feeling the Spirit are similar in concept in that they're trying to set a certain mood. At any point, both great albums. There's very little of Grant that I don't love and these aren't them!