GA Russell

Jimmy Piersall passed away yesterday at 87. My favorite memory of him was when he stepped up to the plate in '64 wearing a Beatle wig! http://www.foxsports.com/mlb/story/former-major-leaguer-jim-piersall-passes-away-at-87-060417

Happy Birthday 2017 Scott!

Happy Birthday 2017 optatio!

Happy Birthday 2017 etherbored!

Roscoe Mitchell sopranino, soprano, alto and bass saxophones, flute, piccolo, bass recorder, percussion | James Fei sopranino and alto saxophones, contra-alto clarinet, electronics | Hugh Ragin trumpet, piccolo trumpet | Tyshawn Sorey trombone, piano, drums, percussion | Craig Taborn piano, organ, electronics | Jaribu Shahid double bass, bass guitar, percussion | Tani Tabbal drums, percussion | Kikanju Baku drums, percussion | William Winant percussion, tubular bells, glockenspiel, vibraphone, marimba, roto toms, cymbals, bass drum, woodblocks, timpani Roscoe Mitchell contrasts and – for the first time - combines the sounds and distinctive characters of his four trios in an exhilarating double set. The album was recorded at Chicago’s Museum of Contemporary Art where multi-instrumentalist and composer Mitchell had been invited to premiere new music. This project offers what amounts to a composer self-portrait in continually changing colors and textures, reflecting on his own history while looking toward the future. © 2017 ECM | ECM Records USA | 1755 Broadway, 3rd floor | New York NY 10011

What do you think of it, TTK? I only have a few on the Varese Sarabande label, but I like everyone.

This appears to me to be a 1981 composition of Art's, a recording of which was made by Milcho Leviev. https://artpepper.bandcamp.com/track/free-written-in-paris

Thanks Jim! I'm very surprised that Neal's cap lasted only two years.

June 1, 1967 - Sgt. Pepper is released. This is the first Beatles album which has thee same track order in both the UK and US. June 1, 1969 - The Plastic Ono Band records "Give Peace a Chance" at their Montreal bed-in. ***** Born June 1... Pat Boone - 1934 Ronnie Wood - 1947

Nope! The '50s cap was blue with the red "W." The W's white border was created by the expansion team in '61. The W was changed to the script in use today I think in '67. And I'm going to say that the cap was changed to red in '69. Anybody have a better memory than mine?

The Riders have signed Marquise Williams, the kid who broke Darian Durant's records at Carolina. http://3downnation.com/2017/05/31/new-riders-qb-broke-darian-durants-records-unc/#comments ***** Winston Venable has changed his mind, and decided to retire rather than play for the Argos. http://3downnation.com/2017/05/31/winston-venables-retires-toronto-argonauts/#comments ***** Durant has hurt his knee, but the Als say it's not serious. http://3downnation.com/2017/05/30/darian-durant-leaves-practice-injury/#comments http://3downnation.com/2017/05/31/no-serious-damage-darian-durants-knee-alouettes-say/#comments ***** Cory Greenwood need to be carted off Monday. http://3downnation.com/2017/05/29/eskimos-linebacker-cory-greenwood-carted-off-field/#comments ***** The Supplemental Draft was Monday. There was only one guy eligible, and nobody picked him. http://3downnation.com/2017/05/29/cfl-supplemental-passes-without-lone-player-available-selected/#comments http://3downnation.com/2017/05/28/cfl-to-hold-supplemental-draft-monday/#comments ***** Here's a surprise: Speedy Banks has agreed to take a $50,000 pay cut. http://3downnation.com/2017/05/24/ticats-brandon-banks-takes-pay-cut-reworked-deal/#comments http://3downnation.com/2017/05/25/speedys-pay-cut-means-ticats/#comments ***** John Hodges expects the Western teams to dominate this year. http://3downnation.com/2017/05/20/west-division-poised-another-season-dominance/#comments

Neal, I am aware of when your avatar is from. Are you????

May 31, 1938 - Peter Yarrow born May 31, 1962 - Corey Hart born

Happy Birthday 2017 Pete!

Schomburg Center For Research in Black Culture Acquires Jazz Legend Sonny Rollins's Personal Archive Collection to Offer Extensive Insight Into the Prolific Creative Life and Career of One of Music's Greatest Minds May 30, 2017 The Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture at The New York Public Library today announced the acquisition of American tenor saxophonist and jazz legend Sonny Rollins's personal archive. The robust collection includes more than 150 linear feet of material that document Rollins's life and career from the 1950s to the present. This acquisition also marks the Harlem native's "return" to the neighborhood of his youth. Rollins was profoundly influenced and inspired by the sights and sounds of the Harlem Renaissance and its pioneers, including Duke Ellington and Louis Jordan, who shaped modern music and Rollins's creative life. "Well, I'm home again," Rollins said. "Home, where I absorbed the rich culture which was all around me. Where, on 137th Street, two blocks from the Schomburg, I was born in 1930. This archive reveals my life in music, how someone principally self-taught became taught. How the spiritual light of jazz protected and fed me, as it does to this day." Spanning a 60-year career and more than 80 albums, the Rollins archive is rich with texture, offering an intimate look into the creativity, curiosity, and organization that led to the artist's creative process and practice. Archive items range from audio reels and cassettes of unheard music and practice sessions, personal photographs from Rollins's travels abroad, sheet music with margin notes, personal writing, practice diaries, and handwritten letters between Rollins and his wife and partner of more than 45 years, Lucille Pearson Rollins. The archive also offers insight into Rollins's social and professional network of musicians through detailed notes from recorded sessions, letters, and snapshots from touring over the decades. To be primarily housed within the Schomburg Center's Moving Image and Recorded Sound Division, the Rollins archive joins a robust collection of jazz-related materials across the institution's divisions, including the A Great Day in Harlem Documentary collection, the Louis Armstrong Jazz Oral History project, the Don Redman papers, the Billy Taylor collection, the Ron Carter collection, and the Duke Ellington Society collection. This acquisition also adds significant weight to the New York Public Library's collection of jazz-related items including the George Avakian and Anahid Ajemian papers, which include letters from Rollins to Avakian and several unreleased live and studio recordings from Rollins's time at RCA; the Ivan Black papers that include promotional and performance photographs of Rollins; along with the Sy Oliver, Phoebe Jacobs, and Benny Goodman collections. "Rollins had a measure of professional and personal stability that allowed him to collect the artifacts of his life from original manuscripts and compositions to his business records, unlike many of his peers. In this sense, his archive is unique," said Shola Lynch, curator of the Schomburg's Moving Image and Recorded Sound division."He has also been aware of keeping the flame. As Rollins said recently of his peers and mentors: 'They're not here now so I feel like I'm sort of representing all of them, all of the guys. Remember, I'm one of the last guys left, as I'm constantly being told, so I feel a holy obligation sometimes to evoke these people.' As in life, Rollins's archive will undoubtedly evoke them and their musical relationships, and through it, will add granularity to a swath of black history. For the first time, Rollins has opened the doors to studying his music, life, and work as a giant of jazz." "Famous for his reinventions, Sonny Rollins and his archive reveal the profound nature of jazz, America's classical music. Drafts, notes on composition, extensive correspondence, the entire spirit and scope of the Rollins archive show his sophisticated, sustained, and spiritual creative process up close in a way that may best be called literary," said Kevin Young, noted author and Director of the Schomburg Center. "Having the archive of Sonny Rollins come home here, just blocks from where he was born and grew into one of our finest artists, provides a connection to the geniuses who made Harlem and whose legacies, like those of James Baldwin and Maya Angelou, also are housed at the Schomburg." Highlights from the Sonny Rollins Archive include: ● Personal papers, diaries, notes, and drawings illuminating Rollins's private thoughts and creative process sporadically through the decades ● Recordings of practice sessions as well as recording takes from as early as the 1960s ● Snapshots and photos from life on the road with his fellow musicians from as early as the 1960s ● Personal correspondence between Rollins and his wife and manager, Lucille Pearson, over the decades that range the gamut from love notes to unfiltered thoughts related to colleagues, bandmates, and business The Sonny Rollins archive will be processed over the next year at NYPL's Library Services Center in Long Island City, and will be made available for research at the Schomburg Center. About the Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture The Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture, a research unit of The New York Public Library, is generally recognized as one of the leading institutions of its kind in the world. For over 90 years the Center has collected, preserved, and provided access to materials documenting black life, and promoted the study and interpretation of the history and culture of peoples of African descent. Educational and Cultural Programs at the Schomburg Center complement its research services and interpret its collections. Seminars, forums, workshops, staged readings, film screenings, performing arts programs, and special events are presented year-round. More information about Schomburg's collections and programs can be found at schomburgcenter.org. About the New York Public Library The New York Public Library is a free provider of education and information for the people of New York and beyond. With 92 locations-including research and branch libraries-throughout the Bronx, Manhattan, and Staten Island, the Library offers free materials, computer access, classes, exhibitions, programming, and more to everyone from toddlers to scholars, and has seen record numbers of attendance and circulation in recent years. The New York Public Library serves more than 18 million patrons who come through its doors annually and millions more around the globe who use its resources at www.nypl.org. To offer this wide array of free programming, The New York Public Library relies on both public and private funding. Learn more about how to support the Library at nypl.org/support. Photo of Sonny Rollins by John Abbott. Web Sites: sonnyrollins.com, schomburgcenter.orgRead the New York Times piece about the archive acquisition (by Giovanni Russonello)

I've always liked what I've heard from Joao Donato.

Greggery, how is the sound on that? I thought that that particular label is known for poor sound.

May 30, 2003 - Mickie Most dies May 30, 1944 - Lenny Davidson born May 30, 1964 - Wynonna Judd born

Here's a surprise: The Alouettes cut Bear Woods this morning. http://3downnation.com/2017/05/29/shocker-montreal-alouettes-release-linebacker-bear-woods/#comments http://3downnation.com/2017/05/29/former-alouette-anwar-stewart-slams-club-woods-release/#comments http://3downnation.com/2017/05/29/chapdelaine-disagrees-with-way-reed-handled-woods-situation/#comments http://www.tsn.ca/alouettes-release-star-lb-woods-1.763980 https://www.cfl.ca/2017/05/29/oleary-bear-loose-will-land/ https://www.cfl.ca/2017/05/29/oleary-bear-loose-will-land/#BearWoods https://www.cfl.ca/2017/05/29/als-release-lb-bear-woods/ ***** More retirements... Moton Hopkins http://www.tsn.ca/redblacks-dl-hopkins-retires-1.764259 Justin Capiciotti and Demond Washington (sort of) http://3downnation.com/2017/05/29/ticats-add-two-veteran-players-retired-list/#comments

Happy Birthday 2017 AB!

Single Malt

Camps opened today, so we are seeing retirements announced. Marc-Olivier Brouillette http://3downnation.com/2017/05/27/eve-training-camp-riders-safety-marc-olivier-brouillette-retires/#comments http://www.tsn.ca/brouillette-tweets-about-retirement-from-cfl-1.763276 Jake Olson http://3downnation.com/2017/05/27/ticats-offensive-lineman-jake-olson-retires/#comments Chad Kackert http://www.tsn.ca/argos-rb-kackert-retires-from-cfl-1.762798 ***** The Argos haqve traded Peter Dyakowski to the Riders for Amanti Edwards. http://www.tsn.ca/riders-acquire-ol-dyakowski-from-argos-1.763381 http://3downnation.com/2017/05/27/traded-riders-peter-dyakowski-plans-report-sources/#comments ***** Marcus Ball has rejoined the Argos from San Francisco. http://www.tsn.ca/argos-agree-to-terms-with-db-ball-1.761893 ***** The Ticats released Cassius Vaughn, and the next day he signed with the Argos. http://www.tsn.ca/argonauts-sign-former-ticats-db-vaughn-1.755225 ***** Previews BC http://www.tsn.ca/radio/vancouver-1040-i-1410/2017-b-c-lions-season-preview-1.762504 Sask http://3downnation.com/2017/05/28/just-quarterbacks-battles-watch-riders-training-camp/#comments Hamilton http://3downnation.com/2017/05/28/ticats-add-kickers-make-roster-moves-camp-gets-underway/#comments http://3downnation.com/2017/05/26/camp-looming-ticats-workout-four-kickers/#comments http://3downnation.com/2017/05/26/ten-battles-watch-ticats-training-camp/#comments http://3downnation.com/2017/05/23/ticats-sign-pair-including-speedy-return-man/#comments http://3downnation.com/2017/05/23/looking-avoid-injury-ticats-overhaul-training-camp-practices/#comments Ottawa http://3downnation.com/2017/05/28/eleven-storylines-follow-redblacks-training-camp/#comments http://3downnation.com/2017/05/26/origins-2017-ottawa-redblacks/#comments Calgary http://3downnation.com/2017/05/24/camp-preview-stamps-dealing-depth-issues-along-offensive-line/#comments Winnipeg http://3downnation.com/2017/05/24/five-training-camp-battles-watch-winnipeg-tidbits/#comments

I believe that if Bird and Diz had never been born, the Allman Brothers Band's music would have been considered modern jazz. RIP.

Jim Bunning has died at 85. RIP. I had his bubble gum card in 1959 when he was with Detroit. Truly a great one. http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2017/05/27/jim-bunning-mlb-hall-famer-and-ex-gop-senator-dies-at-85.html

Keystone Korner's 45th Anniversary To Be Marked July 7-8 By 3 Bay Area Shows Hosted by Former Keystone Proprietor Todd Barkan Charles McPherson, Gary Bartz, Azar Lawrence Among Those in the All-Star Lineup Set for Performances in Santa Cruz, Half Moon Bay, & San Francisco May 26, 2017 The great pianist/composer Mary Lou Williams referred to Keystone Korner as "the Birdland of the Seventies." Art Blakey, Miles Davis, and Stan Getz all agreed that Keystone Korner was "the best jazz club in the world." Producer and former Keystone proprietor Todd Barkan feels strongly that "the club most definitely had a transformational effect on the jazz scene of its day. The consistent inspiration and intensity of the classic live recordings made there continue to provide a living legacy we can all be proud of." On Friday and Saturday, July 7 and 8, Barkan will host an all-star Bay Area Celebration of the 45th Anniversary of the iconic North Beach jazz club Keystone Korner in Santa Cruz (Kuumbwa Jazz Center), Half Moon Bay (Bach Dancing & Dynamite Society), and San Francisco (Pier 23 Café). Charles McPherson, Gary Bartz (pictured left), Azar Lawrence, Benito Gonzalez, Mel Martin, Denny Zeitlin, Ray Drummond, Kenneth Nash, Juini Booth, Calvin Keys, singer Kenny Washington, Akira Tana, and Atsuko Hashimoto are among the artists who will be featured during the three performances. Photographers Brian McMillen, Tom Copi, and Kathy Sloane are preparing a special Keystone Korner slide show to be enjoyed at all three venues. "Keystone Korner was a place that I really liked to play, especially because it was a real jazz club operated by a clubowner who actually loved the music," remembers the legendary saxophonist Charles McPherson (right). "It makes all the difference in the world in terms of setting the proper tone, vibe, and intimate and relaxed relationship between the musicians and the audience." McPherson worked regularly at the Keystone during its storied eleven-year run (1972-1983) and headlined its final week from July 6-11, 1983, along with the George Cables Trio. "It's all about remarkable crossings," reflects bassist Ray Drummond, who played an integral role in opening the new North Beach jazz club on July 7-8, 1972, as an anchor of the Michael White Quartet with Ed Kelly and Kenneth Nash. "I met Susan, my wife of over 44 years, there. Keystone Korner was -- much like Bradley's back in New York City -- an absolutely indispensable part of the true jazz community. All kinds of musicians from all over the world looked forward to playing there. A very magical time and place, a big part of my life in this music." As a 25-year-old piano player, Todd Barkan (left) tried in late June 1972 to get a gig at the original Keystone Korner for the Latin jazz band he was working with at the time, Kwane & The Kwan-ditos. Then-clubowner Freddy Herrera told him that "I really don't think your group will work for this room, but I am trying to sell this little joint and buy a much bigger rock venue in Berkeley. Why don't you buy this place so you can hire your own band?" Barkan recalls that "I only had a little over $8,000 to my name at that time, but, to make a long story much shorter, I wound up buying the club for $5,000 down plus $400 a month until the total of $12,500 plus interest was paid off. It cost another $750 to transfer the beer license to my name. Two major benefit concerts at the Oakland Paramount Theater later -- first with Rahsaan Roland Kirk, McCoy Tyner, Freddie Hubbard, McCoy Tyner, Ron Carter, and Elvin Jones, then with the bands of George Benson and Grover Washington, Jr. -- and we managed to buy a hard liquor license and a little full-service kitchen with which we could well serve all ages of jazz lovers." From its humble origins as a rock 'n' blues bar serving keg beer next to a police station, Keystone Korner became a home away from home for a full spectrum of creative jazz players ranging from Bobby Hutcherson, Woody Shaw, Dexter Gordon, Johnny Griffin, Cedar Walton, Ron Carter, Randy Weston, Miles Davis, Max Roach, Freddie Hubbard, Elvin Jones, George Benson, Art Blakey, Sonny Stitt, Jack DeJohnette, McCoy Tyner, Azar Lawrence, Illinois Jacquet, Betty Carter, Stan Getz, Horace Silver, Pat Martino, Jimmy Smith, Eddie Harris, Joe Henderson, Mongo Santamaria, Les McCann, Grover Washington Jr., Milt Jackson, Ray Brown, Phil Woods, George Coleman, Billy Higgins, Esther Phillips, Tete Montoliu, Flora Purim & Airto, and Toots Thielemans, to Rahsaan Roland Kirk, Gary Bartz & NTU Troop, Tony Williams Lifetime, John Abercrombie, Lonnie Liston Smith, Cecil Taylor, Archie Shepp, Pharoah Sanders, Henry Threadgill, Arthur Blythe, Sun Ra, and The Art Ensemble of Chicago. "The fact that I was able to share so many bright moments with the Bay Area's jazz community is one of the most wonderful blessings of my life in this music," Barkan continues. "I could not any more deeply appreciate the generous opportunity that Tim Jackson, Barbara Douglas Richling, and Flicka McGurrin and all the participating artists are providing for me to try and share a bit more with one of the best audiences that ever graced our music." Friday, July 7, 7:00 pm, Kuumbwa Jazz Center 320 Cedar Street, Santa Cruz 831-427-2227 Tickets: $30/35 Saturday, July 8, 2:00 pm, Bach Dancing & Dynamite Society 311 Mirada Drive, Half Moon Bay 650-726-4143 Advance: Adults $45/35, Students $25 (25 & under with ID) Door: Adults $50, Students $30 Saturday, July 8, 7:00-11:00 pm, Pier 23 Cafe On the Embarcadero at the foot of Greenwich, San Francisco 415-362-5125 No advance tickets / $10 cover charge Keystone Korner Slide Show with "Rhythm-a-ning" performed at Keystone (1976) by Dexter Gordon, Max Roach, Bobby Hutcherson, & George Cables. Interview with Todd Barkan by Sylvia Levine Leitch for JazzTimes.