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The game will start in 11 hours and 15 minutes.

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Not really. It's been too long ago.

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Yes, and Mel Torme and Jackie Wilson as well. Prayers sent!

RIP Spencer Davis! I respected him like I did Herbie Mann and Miles Davis, because they hired band members who were better than them. Maybe Dave Clark fits that bill as well.

The Baird name does not ring a bell. But as I recall all three were at the same location.

Bertrand, I remember three. I think all three were the spring of 1970. Art Blakey, Horace Silver and Roy Haynes. The Haynes was shortly before his Hip Ensemble album came out. Carl Schroeder on piano for sure. Maybe George Adams on tenor. A goofy guy on bass. Only a quartet. Their contract called for a quintet, but the fifth guy didn't show, so the promoter reduced the fee, so Haynes was a little bit in a bad mood. Great, great show. The Blakey set was boring, with everyone going through the hard bop motions which I felt was common at that time. The Silver set was better, but still not all that great. I don't remember any of the Blakey or Silver personnel. As I recall, they were both trumpet, tenor, piano, bass and drums quintets.

I learned just last week that the sales clerk was Dorothy Malone.

I hope one day we will see a list of the LBJS's Washington concerts! I went to a few.

The game will be played in Brisbane Saturday Oct. 24, 6:30 pm local time. I think that translates to Oct. 24, 4:40 am US Eastern time, and 1:30 am US Pacific time. My hunch is that this link will take us to the radio webcast which is free. https://www.rsn.net.au

Geelong has made it to the Grand Final to face Richmond. It will be their first since they won in 2011.

And so Tampa Bay just won the Stanley Cup, and now they are in the World Series.

Here is where we are now. The game will be played next weekend, at night. I haven't yet determined what the US time will be. Richmond will appear in its third Grand Final in four years. Their opponent has not yet been determined Here are links to radio networks carrying the game on the web. In the past, some were free while others cost money. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sports_Entertainment_Network https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Triple_M https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/3AW https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/K_rock_95.5

Big surprise today. Ed Hervey has resigned. https://www.cfl.ca/2020/10/16/hervey-steps-lions-general-manager/ https://3downnation.com/2020/10/16/west-coast-shocker-ed-hervey-steps-down-as-lions-general-manager/ https://3downnation.com/2020/10/16/covid-and-ed-hervey-resigning-certainly-werent-in-our-business-plan-lions-president-rick-lelacheur-shocked-by-gms-decision/ https://www.cbc.ca/sports/football/cfl/ed-hervey-steps-down-lions-gm-cfl-1.5765758 https://www.tsn.ca/bc-lions-general-manager-ed-hervey-stepping-down-1.1539851 ***** Here Jeff Reinbold discusses growing the game in Canada. https://3downnation.com/2020/10/16/long-time-cfl-coach-jeff-reinebold-we-have-to-do-a-better-job-of-growing-the-game-within-our-country/ ***** Here is a look at Zach Collaros's eight-year roller coaster ride of a career. https://www.cfl.ca/2020/10/16/oleary-collaros-decade-perhaps-unique-cfl/

I listened to this last night, and really enjoyed it again.

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Brett Maher has signed with Houston. https://3downnation.com/2020/10/12/texans-sign-former-cfl-kicker-brett-maher-to-practice-squad/ ***** Sergio Castillo has signed with the NY Jets. https://3downnation.com/2020/10/14/former-cfl-kicker-sergio-castillo-signs-practice-roster-contract-with-new-york-jets/ ***** Here is the new "remote reunion" of the '98 Stampeders. https://www.cfl.ca/2020/10/14/oleary-mcloughlin-98-stamps-got-storybook-ending/

Cody Fajardo says that Chris Jones is a very high-pressure coach, and he doesn't think he could ever play for him. https://3downnation.com/2020/10/02/riders-qb-cody-fajardo-i-dont-think-i-could-ever-see-myself-playing-for-chris-jones/ https://3downnation.com/2020/10/04/cody-fajardo-did-not-want-to-be-like-johnny-manziel/ ***** With nothing else to do, Craig Roh has become a consultant regarding how to be a good pass-rusher. He has written a book, and gives consultations. https://3downnation.com/2020/10/05/veteran-dl-craig-roh-overcomes-cancelled-cfl-season-by-launching-book-revealing-pass-rush-secrets/ https://www.craigroh.com/pass-rush#Pricing ***** The autumn Scouting Bureau rankings were released Thursday. https://3downnation.com/2020/10/08/2021-cfl-scouting-bureau-top-20-prospect-rankings-fall-edition/ https://www.tsn.ca/cfl-scouting-bureau-fall-rankings-1.1534677 https://www.cfl.ca/2020/10/08/jackson-tops-fall-edition-scouting-bureau/ https://www.cfl.ca/2020/10/08/the-1st-edition-of-the-2021-central-scouting-bureau-rankings/ ***** It looks like the New York Jets are in the market for a new kicker. This week they worked out both Hajrullahu and Castillo. https://3downnation.com/2020/10/08/new-york-jets-schedule-workout-with-canadian-kicker-lirim-hajrullahu/ https://3downnation.com/2020/10/09/new-york-jets-double-dip-with-cfl-kickers-work-out-lirim-hajrullahu-and-sergio-castillo/ ***** Monday is Canadian Thanksgiving, so TSN will spend the entire day (starting at midnight) airing eleven past Thanksgiving classics. https://3downnation.com/2020/10/09/turkey-with-a-side-of-touchdowns-tsn-serves-classic-cfl-thanksgiving-day-moments-all-day-monday/ https://www.cfl.ca/2020/10/07/tsn-air-day-long-set-cfl-thanksgiving-games/ ***** This week's "remote reunion" is with the '99 Ticats. https://www.cfl.ca/2020/10/07/remote-reunion-1999-hamilton-tiger-cats/ https://www.cfl.ca/2020/10/09/oleary-rivalry-blossomed-stamps-ticats-late-90s/ ***** Jamal Campbell's family were on Family Feud this week! https://www.cfl.ca/2020/10/07/survey-says-campbell-family-plays-family-feud-canada/

Max Haymer Whirlwind: Live at Sam First Impacting October 15th, 2020 Format(s): Jazz Artist Title Time Max Haymer So in Love 06:17 Max Haymer Whirlwind 08:06 Max Haymer Proof of Evil 05:32 Max Haymer Speak Low 09:21 Max Haymer Gold Plated Dime 08:36 Max Haymer Welcoming 05:44 Max Haymer Killing Time 01:09 Max Haymer Passed Time 11:00 Max Haymer Love for Sale 06:26 Pianist and composer MAX HAYMER’s newest release as a leader, WHIRLWIND, is a testament to his muscular, inventive playing style and his gift for creating sophisticated, dramatic compositions. WHIRLWIND follows his 2008 release Pickpocket Witness, a production of all original tunes which flew under the radar. It has taken 12 years for Haymer to release this new project because he’s been so busy touring as a long-time member of Arturo Sandoval’s band as well as leading his own popular trio and acting as West Coast accompanist for singer Jane Monheit. Haymer was born and raised in Los Angeles. He began studying classical piano when he was seven years old and was introduced to jazz piano at the age of 14. He studied with the renowned Los Angeles-based pianist Tamir Hendelman through high school and went on to continue his music education at UC Irvine, from which he graduated Magna Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Music degree. At Irvine, Haymer studied Jazz Performance with Kei Akagi, who is perhaps best known for his work as a member of the Miles Davis band in the late 1980's. Haymer says, ”Kei was an important influence on both my playing and composing. He used to say that the best melodies are the ones that fight gravity. It’s an image that has stuck with me through the years.” Haymer also studied with top Los Angeles musicians Darek Oles, Bobby Rodriguez, and the late Sherman Ferguson. Haymer won 2nd place honors at the Montreux Jazz Festival Solo Piano Competition and the Great American Jazz Piano Competition in Jacksonville, Florida. He was also a finalist in the Horace Silver Piano Competition and UWF Phillips Jazz Piano Competition. He has worked on both coasts playing with the likes of Mike Stern, Cindy Blackman Santana, Joel Frahm, Denise Donatelli, Gregory Hutchinson, Brian Lynch, Bill Holman, Sara Gazarek, among countless others. Haymer is an athlete and attended UC Irvine on a soccer scholarship, where he spent four years playing Division 1 soccer. His approach to the piano reflects his athleticism. “I find that the physical act of playing the piano has a lot in common with sports,” says Haymer. “They both require stamina, and you have to physically train to perform at your fullest potential. They both also require your composure under pressure while being fully aware of what your teammates or bandmates are doing as well.” While Haymer’s approach to playing the piano embodies his innate physicality, his aesthetics have been largely influenced by his years with Arturo Sandoval. Haymer has been part of the band since 2014, when he got a call from a friend while Haymer was at the gym. His friend told him that Sandoval’s piano player ditched a rehearsal, and if he wanted the gig, he should come immediately. Haymer rushed to the rehearsal, still in his workout clothes, worked through the tunes, and found himself onstage at Disney Hall the very next day. He has been with Sandoval ever since, and many of Haymer’s compositions are tinged with Latin colors. His playing can be heard on Sandoval’s score for Clint Eastwood’s motion pictures “Richard Jewell” and “The Mule.” WHIRLWIND was recorded live, before the pandemic shut down live shows, at Sam First. The club, which is just a short walk from the LA airport, is known for world-class modern and straight-ahead jazz. Haymer and his trio have performed there many times over the years, and he thought it was the perfect place to capture the energy of a live performance. Joining Haymer are his two longtime bandmates, bass player DAVE ROBAIRE and drummer DAN SCHNELLE. Robaire has played with Larry Goldings, Billy Childs, Ben Wendel, and Josh Nelson. He currently tours with singer Jane Monheit. Schnelle is a first-call drummer who has worked with Billy Childs, Anthony Wilson, Larry Goldings, Alan Ferber, Sara Gazarek, Laurence Hobgood, John Daversa, Larry Koonse, David Benoit, Karrin Allyson and many more. WHIRLWIND is a high energy album that befits its title. The album comprises six original tunes by Haymer and three standards. Haymer opens and closes the album with two Cole Porter tunes, “So in Love” and “Love for Sale.” Haymer felt “So in Love” lends itself to a Latin jazz feel, and his years with Sandoval can be heard especially towards the middle of the tune, where he injects a mambo break. “Love for Sale” is a compelling barnburner with which Haymer often closes his sets. “Speak Low,” the Kurt Weill standard, is a bolero with the slowest tempo of any tune on the album, but has a contained energy, like a tightly coiled spring that Haymer and the band slowly release in an exothermic process. Haymer’s original compositions include the album’s title “Whirlwind,” a jazz waltz. Haymer came up with the name because he said the triplet meter reminded him of a “whimsical tornado.” The title “Proof of Evil” is a mashup of Herbie Hancock’s “Actual Proof” and Wayne Shorter’s “Speak No Evil,” and tidbits of both can be heard in this composition. Haymer had in mind the podcast called Serial when he wrote “Gold Plated Dime.” The podcast features a tragic nonfiction story over multiple episodes, where the protagonist tried to pawn off gold plated dimes as real gold. “Welcoming” is about the birth of his first daughter and the dreamy feeling of love he experienced when he woke for her 3:45 am feeding. “Killing Time” is the prelude to “Passed Time,” tunes which he composed in his hotel room while on a tour with Sandoval. He wrote them when they had a couple of days off but were in the middle of nowhere with not much to do. For Haymer, music is a dramatic art, where conflict and passion are expressed in a narrative framework. WHIRLWIND is a series of stories brought to life by three A-list musicians. Contact: Max Haymer: maxhaymer@gmail.com

Happy October 10 Birthday Thelonious Monk!

Artist Title Time Tank And The Bangas Fluff 03:27 Tank And The Bangas Self Care (Edited) 02:46 Tank And The Bangas TSA (Edited) 03:44 Tank And The Bangas Mr. Insta (Edited) 03:51 Tank And The Bangas To Be Real (Edited) 03:51 Tank And The Bangas Friend Goals 03:57 2020 "BEST NEW ARTIST" GRAMMY NOMINEE TANK AND THE BANGAS RETURN WITH FRIEND GOALS BRAND NEW EP FEATURES COLLABORATIONS WITH CHIKA, DUCKWRTH, PJ MORTON AND MORE! PHYSICAL/DIGITAL EP TO BE RELEASED NOVEMBER 20TH VIA VERVE FORECAST CLEAN RADIO EDITS AVAILABLE FOR DOWNLOAD NOW! Tank and The Bangas will release a new EP, Friend Goals, on November 20 via Verve Forecast. The EP follows the release of the New Orleans-based band’s major label debut, Green Balloon, which arrived in 2019 to widespread critical praise. The band debuts the EP’s lead single, “Self Care,” with a video directed by Fat Happy Media. The track features vocal contributions from various artists including Jaime Woods, Orleans Big and Anjelika ‘Jelly’ Joseph. Watch/share the video here: Of the song, Tarriona ‘Tank’ Ball (frontwoman and lead vocalist) notes, “‘Self Care’ is THE quarantine song to get you moving! It shows that some of the best things can come out from solitude, especially when the beat hits this hard.” The group recorded the EP at friends’ home studios in Chicago and New Orleans as well as bandmember Albert Allenback’s (alto saxophone, flute) house. Most of Friend Goals was created during quarantine using Zoom while also abiding by local social distancing guidelines. Find Tank and the Bangas Online: www.TankandtheBangas.com

One of my first jazz albums was Just Wailin' with Mal Waldron, Herbie Mann, Charlie Rouse and Kenny Burrell on (Prestige) New Jazz. https://www.amazon.com/Just-Wailin-Herbie-Mann/dp/B000000Z2L/ PS - That's quite a collection you've got, Soulpope!

Artist Title Time Jackie Myers I Get High 05:26 Jackie Myers The Sentence 04:35 Jackie Myers Wait 04:27 Jackie Myers Clementine 05:00 Jackie Myers I've Got A Plan 03:27 Jackie Myers Girl Next Door 03:58 Jackie Myers Take the Time 05:06 Jackie Myers The Worst Part 04:03 Jackie Myers New live album Clementine out now! featuring “The Sentence” Impacting Now! Take it from Jackie Myers; there’s nothing quite like the warmth of a crowd. The vocalist, pianist, and musical director of nationally syndicated NPR program 12th Street Jump has the hard evidence of two live jazz albums made in the venues of her adopted home of Kansas City with her instrumental outfit The Myers Swingset and the recently released Clementine under her own name. Recorded at Black Dolphin, Clementine features a sweet crop of accompanists ranging from the Grammy nominated to local legends and the added bonus of Myers’ soulful and earthy vocals front and center. Leaping right to it, album opener “I Get High” is a pick-me-up piece that puts everything into place from the first crack of the snare. Myers may sing that the “blues don’t stick out anymore,” but the colorful horns of Trent Austin on trumpet and Brad Gregory on saxophone sure do. The solid slow jam “The Sentence” offers a signature mixture of Myers’ soul, jazz and modern R&B influences. Performed with beautiful balance, singing and soloing talent are not exclusive when she makes the segue on her piano midway through the song, followed by a few mesmerizing measures from guitarist Rod Fleeman. Originally written as lyrics for a composition by collaborator Matt Hopper, Myers repurposed “Wait” into the bluesy build up heard here on Clementine. “There are several songs on this album that I would consider making a studio version of,” says Myers. “However with this tune, even if I were to do take after take and make it absolutely spotless and studio quality - I don't think I would necessarily create a better version in my eyes, or should I say ears? There's a feeling and beauty to this recording that I'm very happy with.” Pairing a pet name with some swing, the title track is framed as a phone call from the road while Austin and Gregory aid in the convincing appeal of the chorus to “get it right.” In this case, the conversation is one-sided apart from keys, trumpet and the fluttering notes of Fleeman’s guitar. Although clocking in as the shortest song on the album, “I’ve Got A Plan” is full of pep and purpose. Hitting a higher register in the chorus, Myers’ ambition must have been emboldened by the evening and the magic of making a live record. On “Girl Next Door” major credit is given to the rhythm section of Ben Tervort on bass and Todd Strait on drums. That starting snapping beat just as quickly crosses an equator of sound and then right back again - a true trip of a tune. “Take The Time” combines sway and soul into a drifting ballad. Myers draws comparisons to Carole King, with Austin and Gregory sweeping in to add some spice to the sentimentality. Perhaps humorously, the band save “The Worst Part” for the end. All jokes aside, the choice closes out the night on an upbeat number about carrying on and serves as a supreme send-off. Clementine was made possible with help from audio engineer Ethan Erisman. Mixing and mastering was completed in Austin, Texas by Charlie Kramsky and Nick Landis. “Jackie Myers becomes even more remarkable the longer she is here. Her new live album, Clementine, charts and celebrates some of that progression. It’s an engaging—even fun—album. (If I were you, I’d get it.)” - Kevin Rabas, JAM Magazine “The intersection of the singer-songwriter style and Kansas City jazz may be unconventional, but Myers’ eclecticism makes Clementine her most convincing and outright enjoyable album.” - Bill Brownlee, Plastic Sax