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Good enough is a good way of putting it, in my view, although I know that the Butterfield has fans here. I thought that the Butterfield was the more successful blues record, whereas the Mayall one was interesting for other reasons. I can't say I love either.

Two much touted records I hadn't spent much time with before. Interesting to compare and contrast.

Keep in mind that these are the facts as alleged by the Plaintiff. It is not “what happened”. As TD points out, the “Board” is not a neutral party here, and is probably led by the company’s investors, who prominently include a VC fund. The central allegation seems to be that some elements of expenditure on the plant were not declared to the company, although it is acknowledged that others were. That is obviously something that will need to be tested.

RIP

Buju Banton – 'Til Shiloh Always loved this one. Now on: Bobby Bland – Members Only

Pestilence – Consuming Impulse

Frank Zappa – Joe's Garage Acts I, II & III

Death – Symbolic

Dark Angel – Darkness Descends (1986)

It is just very dense. And those quotations often need a couple of reads to be understood. Also intense. There's a lot there.

The only thing I would say against it is that it very slow going.

I eventually figured it out. It seemed unlikely you were referring to a Queer Platonic Romance or to second tier West London soccer team Queen's Park Rangers.

I had never heard this acronym before.

Feliz Cumpleanos!!!

It's on the Spots.

Interesting that his profile is rising like that in the UK. He is gradually moving to the front of pack, at a late stage in his life. I just assumed that was the case in the US too. He's playing with Corey Wilkes and Alex Harding at the Union Chapel, so that will be enjoyable too. I like Harding a lot: very satisfying and soulful stuff, although I find the 'twitching' a little distracting.

Jumala Quintet – Turtle Crossing Veeeery good stuff

Thanks for letting me know. I had missed that!

El'Zabar seems to be going through a moment. He's passed through London with various groups over the last year or two, selling out prestige venues like Ronnie's or the newer Church or Sound. My wife loves his stuff so we go and see him whenever we can. Perhaps a bit inconsistent on record. The amazing experience of watching El'Zabar drum live doesn't always come across when listening at home. I like those early EHE records a lot.

No but it has just been reposted for streaming, so a chance to listen again. It's one of their best.

Alright. Will give those a go.

Cheers. I tend to associate him with The Hated music and similar records so I'll check these others out.

Derek Bailey and Evan Parker – Compatibles

Where would you go with Flaherty? I've always seen him as a bit one dimensional, but very willing to be proven wrong.