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I have that CD reissue -- it's a strong one indeed. Haven't spun it in ages.

ooh, the PIP issue -- fancy!

nice!

Joe McPhee & Survival Unit III -- Barrow Street Blues -- (Holidays, IT) Joe McPhee & John Snyder -- Pieces of Light -- (CjR, US)

^ one of my favorites in his large catalog.

Marion Brown -- Soul Eyes -- (Baystate, JP)

Looks like Howard McGhee to me.

Paul Chambers.

Ah, I was misinformed -- thanks!

yeah, there was, until Bob Cummins died. The rights have theoretically reverted to the artists themselves, though whether or not they've been informed of that is anyone's guess. Alan talked to Beth, Bob's widow, and was able to get this information. Other labels have taken on the Yoshi Wada, Phil Niblock, and Arnold Dreyblatt albums for reissue, but the jazz catalog hasn't been mined too far beyond some of the more obvious titles. Dennis Moorman, anybody?

I don't run a label so I can't tell you definitively -- and probably there is no definitive answer, hence "pretty strong," but I can tell you that the Phill Musra/Michael Cosmic 2CD set has done very well, especially in places like Japan. It was also released on LP, and some people buy both (one for car listening). That's definitely an esoteric set.

Yeah, I know what you mean. I think that the jazz CD market is still pretty strong; however, a lot of young labels don't recognize this and are trying to capitalize on a younger, vinyl/digital sales market. I don't necessarily agree with it but I do understand it. For what it is worth, the original master tapes cannot be located, and this has been mastered (well, I might add) from a mint vinyl copy.

Yeah, he's really something. It's too bad. This record certainly adds to his discographical heft. I have confirmation that it will be distributed overseas by Light in the Attic, and that a PDF of the liners will be included in the Bandcamp digital release. You're welcome -- thank YOU.

Not sure yet, but I'll find out. David Lee still lives in New Orleans but has significant mental health issues.

Correct. No CDs. 4AD still exists and releases new rock music; they are part of the Beggars Banquet/Matador umbrella, and I presume this record will be able to tag along just fine.

The label that is reissuing it is run by a guy who works for 4AD, so I assume so.

So pleased to have been involved in writing the notes for the forthcoming reissue of one of my favorite jazz LPs from the '70s, Alan Braufman's Valley of Search! Out in late June, this is the first-ever authorized LP/digital reissue, featuring Cooper-Moore (then known as Gene Ashton), Cecil McBee, David Lee Jr., and Yohuru Ralph Williams. Available direct from Valley of Search or where better records are sold.

I would not be surprised if they were from the same shoot. The Gigolo, though slated for earlier release, came out after Delightfulee.

Wow.

Tibet III -- The Music of Tibetan Buddhism (Barenreiter Musicaphon, GER)

Good article. Glad that Jensen was able to speak with her a little.

Burton is a friend, and I'm glad to see him and his music get recognition.

That's cool. My cat shows zero interest in the turntable or the records; she's a big girl, so could tear the whole thing down if she wanted to!

yeah, I've seen that album but never heard it... did pick up a gorgeous duo LP by Reijseger and Sean Bergin called "Mistakes." Recommended. might have to hit the Utrecht fair next year; we were in that city as well on holiday and really fell in love with it.

I got it at another shop so I'm sure it's still there! Now, Orkest De Volharding -- s/t -- (De Volharding, NL) excellent album; previously only had the 7", and this is much more full-on.