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I knew who Jussie was when the news first broke, and was even more familiar with the work of his lovely sister. Such a bizarre situation, but I do believe he was guilty of this ridiculous "caper." My feelings about the sentence fall between "totally appropriate" and "it's a travesty"--I chose the former because my feelings are closer to that extreme.

Starting off with some sunlight today which is a nice change and I decided that I'd play this one, which I haven't spun in a while. Nicely-recorded, this is one of my favorites from this lovely lady. Monday Michiru "Optimista"

Thanks for sharing!

Coleman Hawkins, Harry "Sweets" Edison, Benny Carter et al "Session At Midnight Plus Session At Riverside"

I love the cds, but have a sentimental attachment to the LPs as they were among the first non-electric Miles recordings I picked up.

He's doing an amazing job and Carmen is really "on." Right now Mezz Mezzrow "1936-1939" Chronogical Classics cd Some great music on Bluebird and Decca, much featuring the amazing Tommy Ladnier.

Another great singer and another great release. What a storyteller she was! Carmen McRae (with the Ramsey Lewis Trio) "After Glow" Decca, Japanese cd

I'm learning to keep this one near my transport because it is one of those rare convergences of recorded sound, musical material, and musicians where everything is so marvelous. I would take this one to a deserted island, definitely. Betty Carter "I'm Yours, You're Mine" Verve cd

No, that's not what I mean. Sheesh.

I agree--this was a surprisingly good Mosaic for me.

Which makes this very Grateful Dead-y.

Bossarenova Trio "Atlantico" This trio built around the supple sweet voice of Paula Morelenbaum has a few great albums out. Very modern, beautiful recordings.

Jacques Morelenbaum Paula Morelenbaum Jonathon Katzenelenbogan (classmate of mine in M'Babane)

As one who helped with material in a tree for 1960 and knew a principal member yes, it could be seen as Grateful Dead-y by some.

I think so yes. Sound is decent, performances are great.

No it's from Rome, October 27, 1969

And on Moon

I'm a Jackie and Roy fan as well, they can be a nice chill pill when needed and they also have done some innovative work that makes me sit forward on my seat at times.

Reading a thread elsewhere about the Plangent Process made me want to re-listen to the fiftieth anniversary release of this Grateful Dead classic, the first disc. The Plangent Process is used in preparing this one and man oh man it sounds great.

I corresponded with him a bit this decade and the end of the last. He was a great guy and will be missed.

I wouldn't want to be without Miles in Europe, My Funny Valentine, 'Four' & More, In Concert or Live/Evil.

Mezz Mezzrow "1928-1936" Chronogical Classics cd 1 Chicago Rhythm Kings– There'll Be Some Changes Made Vocals – Red McKenzie 2:50 2 Chicago Rhythm Kings– I've Found A New Baby 3:05 3 Jungle Kings (2)– Friars Point Shuffle 2:52 4 Jungle Kings (2)– Darktown Strutters Ball 2:30 5 Frank Teschmacher's Chicagoans– Jazz Me Blues 2:38 6 Louisiana Rhythm Kings– Baby, Won't You Please Come Home? Vocals – Elinor Charier* 2:36 7 Mezz Mezzrow And His Orchestra– Free Love Arranged By – Benny Carter 2:49 8 Mezz Mezzrow And His Orchestra– Dissonance Arranged By – Mezz Mezzrow 2:50 9 Mezz Mezzrow And His Orchestra– Swingin' With Mez Arranged By – Floyd O'Brien, Mezz Mezzrow 3:01 10 Mezz Mezzrow And His Orchestra– Love, You're Not The One For Me Vocals – Benny Carter 3:06 11 Mezz Mezzrow And His Orchestra– Old Fashioned Love Arranged By – Alex Hill* 3:02 12 Mezz Mezzrow And His Orchestra– Apologies Arranged By – Mezz Mezzrow 3:18 13 Mezz Mezzrow And His Orchestra– Sendin' The Vipers Arranged By – Mezz Mezzrow 2:52 14 Mezz Mezzrow And His Orchestra– 35th And Calumet Arranged By – Floyd O'Brien 2:47 15 Art Karle And His Boys– Moon Over Miami Vocals – Chick Bullock 3:09 16 Art Karle And His Boys– I Feel Like A Feather In The Breeze Vocals – Chick Bullock 2:34 17 Art Karle And His Boys– Suzannah Vocals – Chick Bullock 2:48 18 Art Karle And His Boys– Lights Out Vocals – Chick Bullock 3:08 19 Mezz Mezzrow And His Swing Band– A Melody From The Sky Vocals – Lucille Stewart 3:00 20 Mezz Mezzrow And His Swing Band– Lost 2:26 Credits Alto Saxophone – Benny Carter (tracks: 7 to 14), Frank Teschmacher* (tracks: 5), Mezz Mezzrow (tracks: 7 to 14), Rod Cless (tracks: 5) Banjo – Eddie Condon (tracks: 1 to 6) Bass – John Kirby (tracks: 11 to 14), Louis Thompson (tracks: 15 to 18), Pops Foster (tracks: 7 to 10), Wellman Braud (tracks: 19, 20) Brass Bass – Jim Lannigan (tracks: 1 to 6) Clarinet – Frank Teschmacher* (tracks: 1 to 6), Mezz Mezzrow (tracks: 7 to 20) Cornet – Muggsy Spanier (tracks: 1 to 4, 6) Drums – Chick Webb (tracks: 11 to 14), Gene Krupa (tracks: 1 to 6), George Stafford (tracks: 15 to 20), Jack Maisel (tracks: 7 to 10) Guitar – Albert Casey* (tracks: 19, 20), Clayton "Sunshine" Duerr* (tracks: 7 to 10), Ted Tonisen (tracks: 15 to 18) Piano – Joe Bushkin (tracks: 15 to 18), Joe Sullivan (tracks: 1 to 6), Teddy Wilson (tracks: 7 to 10), Willie "The Lion" Smith (tracks: 11 to 14, 19, 20) Tenor Saxophone – Art Karle (tracks: 15 to 18), Bud Freeman (tracks: 11 to 14, 19, 20), Johnny Russell (tracks: 7 to 10), Mezz Mezzrow (tracks: 1 to 6) Trombone – Floyd O'Brien (tracks: 7 to 14) Trumpet – Ben Gusick (tracks: 7 to 10), Benny Carter (tracks: 7 to 10), Chelsea Quealey (tracks: 11 to 14), Frank Newton (tracks: 15 to 20), Freddy Goodman (tracks: 7 to 10), Max Kaminsky (tracks: 7 to 14), Reunald Jones (tracks: 11 to 14)

Herminia "Do Sol" Celluloid cd Wow. Re-visiting this one. This Cape Verdean singer/songwriter was awesome.

Pee Wee Russell is one of my favorite jazz musicians. Louis Prima described him as one of the most brilliant musical minds he ever worked with. I buy anything he appears on. Right now I've been thinking of this one lately, an old favorite. Grace's piano playing and singing are really something here. Paul Kantner "Blows Against the Empire"