Tom 1960

People who don't own pets, don't quite get why we become so attached to our animals. They're just like family and when they pass, the loss sometimes can be devastating. Enjoy the many memories you shared and when enough time has passed, get yourself a new buddy.

Just came from the Doctor a short time ago and he said I had the swine flu. I felt crappy last night and after going to bed early in an effort to get sufficient rest, I still felt lousy this morning. Called in sick. I have a fever, achiness, lack of appetite, all those wonderful symptoms. I'm out of work for at least the next 3 days, possibly longer. This coupled with the fact I've had this nagging cough the past 6 weeks which only has gotten worse over the past 24 hrs doesn't help the situation. I had an annual physical 6 weeks ago and got a flu shot but nothing for the swine flu. I'm pretty much confined to the house and have to get plenty of rest. It sucks but what can you do?

Birthday greetings, David.

I tried to give a friend a headsup on the Side Steps collection, but it was too late. At least I got my copy and that's all that matters.

Glad to see your endorsement on this one, MG. I might be able to get ahold of this one in the coming days.

I purchased Lou Donaldson's "Blues Walk" in the past day and came across the listing of musicians on the session and thought to myself, Herman Foster. Never heard of this guy. I think his playing is well represented on this release. Glad to come across this thread and see others who also admired his work.

Happy birthday, Chris.

Jeff and others, you don't have to pay to actually hear the performance. As long as you have a registered account with the site, you can listen via the media player for FREE which the website provides. Hope this helps? Just click on "Play".

Wolfgang's Vault Since I'm on there mailing list, I thought others here might be interested in hearing this performance.

Congratulations Jim!

Bill, have a great birthday!

John Coltrane - Fearless Leader: Disc 1

I received both the Side Steps and Fearless Leader collections today in the mail. It looks to be a John Coltrane weekend around these parts and my weekend just started now!

I purchased this set earlier this year from Newbury Comics. A great collection of music at a great price. Anyone who enjoys Art Pepper ought to own this one. A no brainer.

Thanks guys. I'm sure gonna enjoy these recordings. Alot of good music to look forward to hearing in the coming days.

These too:

Ok, I didn't pay for these. They were given to me!

I ordered both the Side Steps and Fearless Leader sets. I may wait on the Interplay collection at least till tomorrow. I have no willpower.

Just to bump this topic for the moment, I just received Blackstone Legacy in the mail yesterday and winding down on my first listen. I dig this one alot. Yeah, the Miles Bitches Brew vibe works with me. Agreed, the 2 tracks Think Of Me and Boo-Ann's Grind are much more restrained(mainstream)compared to the other works and that's cool by me. Woody's playing is just fantastic along with the other players. Yes, I'm really glad to have finally picked this one up. For those interested, Amazon Marketplace has new copies available for 5.98 and 5.99 from very reputable sellers.

Funny you should mention that release. I've been meaning to start a thread on that date.

Have a great birthday, Brad.

Although it came as no big surprise, I just received an email confirming a refund on the Pacific Jazz Piano Trios. I guess there's always the "Offering And Looking For" section for those who might wish to part with this set. Fat chance.

"Going Up" is an early date you should definitely check out. I would also recommend "Breaking Point" although it's abit more adventurous than the two earlier dates you mentioned enjoying. As a sideman, look up Hank Mobley's "Roll Call' recorded in 1960. It features some real nice Freddie Hubbard solos.

Great price. Can't speak for the performances. I own the Blomstedt/San Francisco Symphony collection and I'm pretty happy with them.

Yeah, that would be me.