Dan Gould

Lots of burning for some board members, more Weinstock transcribing, and Easter dinner at my brother-in-law's.

I have the greatest hits CD. Two strongest memories: "Telephone Line" triggers memories of our summer vacation at Newport, because the song was all over the radio that summer. The entire greatest hits album, in order, was burned into my head one winter in High School, because the Phys Ed teacher played a cassette every day, for the entire winter while we exercised in the field house. I never appreciated spring more that school year! I don't know why he would torture us like that, or for that matter how he could tolerate it. But every single day, that album played in the field house. Took me at least 15 years before I could buy the CD for myself.

And I am sure it was purely an oversight or a lack of space that kept Charles Schultz from completing his thought that "Happiness is a warm puppy (licking your face)"

How does one refrain from buying CDs? I offered this in one of the other threads. Its somewhat complicated, but its definitely worked for me: Buy a house with a mortgage you can barely afford.

Licking is a doggie kiss. If you haven't been kissed by your dog, you haven't truly felt the love he feels for his master.

I don't know if a dog's mouth is cleaner or not, but so long as he hasn't been licking his own ass in the last five minutes, he's welcome to lick my face as much as he wants.

I can only imagine what Simon might have said to Joe Cocker's spastic stage presence.

No offense taken Ray. But believe me, I'm not the only musical "conservative" who hasn't always been thrilled with the musical selections on some of the BFTs. I'm just the one who's most likely to express it in public. In the meantime, did you see this thread? You might be able to jump to the front of the line for the next BFT!

A certain individual who is partial to a particular brand of ties will be visiting you shortly to beat some sense into you

Right off the bat I want to apologise to Alex for dogging him so much, because his BFT turned out to be well worth the wait! A refreshing change, as we got a lot of mainstream jazz, without a single track that made me cringe, wonder "WTF?" or reach for the "skip" button. Well done! On the question of theme, its clearly a piano-centric disc, couldn't tell if the theme went deeper than that. (You got something against couw? I'm sure this BFT is gonna drive him up the wall!) As for specifics, I had no clues whatsoever as to artists, so I'll be brief. Only tune that brought any ideas to mind was #10, the Beatles cover, but that was purely because I know that Tony Williams/Mulgrew Miller/Ira Coleman used to cover this, but nothing in the playing made me think of them. But I am proud to say that I recognized no fewer than five of the tunes, which is definitely a new record for me, even if I had no clue on artists. "Satin Doll" belongs in that "first few notes" thread, for sure. Thanks again, Alex, for restoring my faith in the taste of Organissimos! :g

Yes, Aric is young, but I don't think it has anything to do with "hipness" and everything to do with the state of American Education!

Good memory, Hans! Daniel hasn't posted since February 22nd, so I make an emergency motion that his BFT be tabled pending his return. Is Rockefeller Center or RDK ready to move forward?

Not to be the blindfold test forum scold, but since things kinda slowed down with Alex's test, so to keep things flowing steady, I figured a friendly reminder that with the start of the new discussion thread, you can start soliciting interest in yours.

Well, Cemille got the heave ho this time. What I can not understand at all is the presence of any male singer outside of George (who I think is terrific and I hope he wins). I mean, the Conan look-alike, what is he even doing in the competition to begin with? This isn't American Idol 1956! But the other guy who has somehow survived another week-PEEE YEEEWWW! He is, as Simon ought to say, "Atrocious with a capital A". He barely qualifies as a mediocre karaoke night contestant. And can someone tell me what Randy's claim to fame is? I cannot stand his "yo yo yo" and "dawg" crap. He supposed to give them street cred? And the fact that one of the weakest pop singers in history, Paula Abdul, is a judge-that's just a cosmic joke, right? Simon is surely the only reason to watch.

Mobley and Morgan Gene Harris and Ray Brown Oscar Peterson and Ray Brown

I don't think the pieces are sold separately. But I think Office Depot stocks them, 10 for $5. (Too bad you didn't say something sooner. When I switched to the three ring binder system of CD storage, I pitched about 2400 jewel boxes, and just saved a few on the assumption that there will be some CDs I'll end up selling.)

Eddie Higgins told me a wonderful story about Mancini and Mandel in our interview, but you'll have to wait til Cadence publishes it to hear it!

All I hear about are Early Records orders here and CDUniverse orders there and $300 monthly music habits and ... Am I the only one who has essentially no budget for new music? I must admit that the adjustment hasn't been that difficult, I mean, when you ponder a music order and balance that against making the next mortgage payment (WOO HOO, only 359 more to go!) the decision is pretty easy. But is there anyone else who can commiserate with me?

Glad you enjoyed the trip, Chuck. My wife and I plan to return for the 400th anniversary of Jamestown a few years down the road. Wish we had a "friend of a friend" like yours!

Found a used Japanese CD, Papa Jo Jones last studio date, "Our Man Papa Jo!" on Denon. Major Holley, Hank Jones and Jimmy Oliver on tenor. Already gave it a listen, its real nice.

I'm with Chuck-I don't think Frank "composed" his photos very often-they were usually just on-the-job shots or guys relaxing or discussing the music. That one was obviously carefully lined up and I think its a keeper, one of his best.

I headed to Borders with the 20% off coupon, didn't find the Benny Carter reissue but when I stumbled across this, I didn't hesitate. I think Rotondi is a superior trumpeter, and its nice to see Jesse Davis on several cuts as well.

I am seriously jealous, Chris. Mance, Woodard, Hamilton alone would be worth whatever the price of admission is.

The Yanks and Devil Rays split in Tokyo, but Sunday is the first real Opening Day game, Pedro vs the Orioles in Camden Yards. So before it gets going, what're your predictions (Division Champs, Pennant, World Series, Awards, whatever)? Call me a fool, but I gotta go with: AL Champions: Red Sox NL Champions: Cubs World Series: Red Sox AL Co-Cy Young Pedro Martinez and Curt Schilling NL Co-Cy Young: Kerry Wood and Mark Prior NL MVP: Sammy Sosa AL MVP: David Ortiz Hey, like they say, hope springs eternal! So what about you, are you hopeful or are you hanging 'em up already?

First, I'd get his new release, New York, New Sound on mack Avenue. Then you'll be ready for the full investment in his Mosaic set of his Pacific Jazz recordings!