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Reissue date September 25: Real Gone Music is proud to present what is probably the rarest album in the voluminous Duke Ellington discography, his 1963 date with Swedish singer Alice Babs, Serenade to Sweden. That year, Ellington was hired by the Reprise label as an A&R man, free to sign any artist he wanted and to record them. His first choice was Babs, who, in Ellington s words, was the most unique artist I know...She sings opera, she sings lieder, she sings what we call jazz and blues, she sings like an instrument, she even yodels, and she can read any and all of it! For her part, Babs (born Hildur Alice Nilson) had a hit in Sweden when was only 15 ( Swing It Teacher ), and was an iconic figure in her homeland, appearing in 14 Swedish films from 1938 to 1959. The result of this meeting of legendary musical minds was a sublime cool jazz masterpiece that, sadly, never received a proper release in the U.S. and appears to be the only Ellington album never to be reissued on CD or even digitally, having eluded even the most comprehensive compilers. Needless to say, original copies go for big Swedish krona online, and not just because it s rare; Babs wordless vocals and scat singing on The Boy in My Dreams, Strange Visitor, and Babsie are positively Ella-worthy, and Ellington s masterful arrangements at times filigreed with a French horn section provide the perfect accompaniment. We ve added liner notes by Scott Yanow, while the album boasts remastering by Aaron Kannowski. Fascinating for any jazz fan essential for Ellington enthusiasts!

Release date December 4: Live at Bubba's is a previously-unissued recording of the Jamaican jazz piano icon Monty Alexander captured live in Fort Lauderdale, FL at Bubba's Jazz Restaurant on August 6, 1982. Recorded by legendary engineer Mack Emerman, Live at Bubba's features bassist Paul Berner, drummer Duffy Jackson and the acclaimed percussionist Robert Thomas, Jr. The deluxe limited-edition 2CD set includes an extensive booklet with photos, essays and interviews.

Release date for both September 25:

Release date October 9: In 2020, Edward Simon celebrates his illustrious three-decade career in music. During this time span, the Venezuela-born pianist and composer has led or co-led award-winning ensembles and collaborated with some of today's most prominent jazz artists, including vocalists Luciana Souza and Gretchen Parlato; Afinidad, the long-running virtuoso quartet featuring David Binney, Scott Colley, and Brian Blade; the acclaimed chamber ensemble Imani Winds; and the all-star SFJAZZ Collective. To observe this milestone, Ridgeway Records will release a compilation album comprising Simon's personal selections from his distinguished discography from 1995 to the present. Titled 25 Years, the limited-edition 2-CD set includes compelling selections from his acclaimed and influential early recordings, including the quartet album Edward Simon, with Mark Turner, Adam Cruz and Larry Grenadier, a 1995 New York Times Top Ten Album selection, and the cutting-edge, Latin-infused La Bikina, from 1998. Of more recent vintage are the chamber-esque Venezuelan Suite, on which Simon blends the tuneful, buoyant sounds of his native country with the harmonically sophisticated vocabulary and forward-looking attitude of jazz, and the NAACP Image Awards-winning trio date Latin American Songbook. Also represented is Simon's collaborative work with saxophonist David Binney on the albums Afinidad and Océanos; his all-star trio work with bass icon John Patitucci and drummers Brian Blade or Eric Harland; and Simon's most recent collaborative project, Steel House, in which the pianist, Blade and bassist Scott Colley blend acoustic jazz improvisation with electronic-tinged atmospherics for an inviting, song-oriented sound. In short, 25 Years is a unique way to experience and enjoy Simon's music -- a must-have for his fans and the perfect introduction for those not yet familiar with his elegant playing and unique compositional sensibility.

Release date November 6: https://www.amazon.com/Foursight-Stockholm-Vol-Ron-Carter/dp/B08FP9NWKZ/ref=sr_1_119?dchild=1&fst=as%3Aoff&qid=1599962989&refinements=p_n_date%3A1249114011&rnid=1249111011&s=music&sr=1-119

The epitome of British class and style. I had a major crush on her when I was younger, but then, who didn't? RIP.

"Flute Thing" was played all the time on NYC FM radio late 60's - early 70's. I was at that Central Park reunion and was disappointed they didn't play it. (Strangely enough, I also saw Seatrain opening for the Mothers at the Fillmore East.)

Great news!

Happy birthday to Newk. It’s time for him to write his autobiography.

The reason I thought it was legit is that Jack posted this on FB on August 18: Jack DeJohnette August 18 · How great, two of my favorite bass players ‪in one week‬. We visited with Gary Peacock and his great family, always good to see everyone. • • #jazz #drums #drummer #jazzdrums #jackdejohnette #socialdistancing#garypeacock #bass #bassplayers

Correct; what I posted above (from DeJohnette's FB page) is no longer there. Very odd. If it is a hoax, I cannot imagine the motivation of the hoaxers.

Jack DeJohnetteLike Page 58m Gary Peacock. It is with deep sadness that we mourn the passing of the great Gary Peacock. I had the good fortune to have spent over 30 years playing some amazing music with him both separately and the Trio with Keith Jarrett. Gary had a great sound, feel and highly creative imagination. It was Garys album on ECM, Tales of Another that brought us together, after that we decided to stay playing together, and the rest is history. I have a lot of love and gratitude for what he has contributed to the music we call Jazz. Lydia and I send our deepest love to the Peacock family you are in our hearts always.

No idea when this was released; I came across it tonight. https://cleanfeed-records.com/product/an-evening-in-houston/ Patty Waters is a living legend and every record with her voice is, in consequence, a preciosity. Unanimously considered the main singer of the free jazz tendency since the release of her historical ESP-Disk albums “Sings” and ‘College Tour” in the Sixties, and widely known (Diamanda Galas and Patti Smith pointed her as their main reference) for her impressive interpretation of the traditional “Black is the Color (of My True Love’s Hair)”, her influence resisted to a 30 years disappearance from the stages and the studios. The return happened in 1996, but only to a couple more albums and a few concerts. “An Evening in Houston” marks Waters re-encounter with pianist Burton Greene in a 2018 special gig, along with the greats Mario Pavone and Barry Altschul. A repertoire of folk songs, jazz standards (including “Strange Fruit”, a song we all know because of Billie Holiday, Patty Waters’ idol) and compositions by Thelonious Monk and Ornette Coleman show us why this mysterious personality was, and still is, one of the most astonishing innovators of the voice expressive capabilities in music, either singing or using it as an instrument. Yes, it’s that important.

I'm going to guess that "Universal will do the physical release" means that Universal will be allowed to sell off their inventory and not repress more. The title will then only be available digitally. Again, just a guess.

Benny Green?

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(from Wikipedia:) Steve Jobs paid homage to the Firesigns' I Think We're All Bozos album by programming an "Easter egg" in Apple's Siri intelligent personal assistant. Siri responds to the prompt "This is worker speaking. Hello" with "Hello Ah-Clem. What function can I perform for you? LOL".

I need to add this important point: The signal goes from my Mac to an AirPort Express (the Mac can't send anything directly to a DAC). A digital audio cable connects the AirPort Express to the DAC. To recap, this is the audio path: iMac sends digital signal over house wifi from iTunes/Music program to AirPort Express. Digital audio cable from AirPort Express to Emotiva DAC. DAC to preamp/amp/speakers. The nice thing about this setup is: I have multiple sets of powered speakers set up throughout the house. Each is connected to either an AirPort Express or Apple TV (3rd generation). So I can choose which speakers to send the music to, even to all of them at the same time if I want. Further, using the AirFoil program, I'm not limited to sending audio only from iTunes/Music; instead, I can send from anything playing on my iMac (YouTube, videos posted here on Organissimo, streaming programs, etc.).

I have their 45:

There were two different articles this week in WSJ celebrating Bird.

As I understand it, one issue is the quality of the D/A converter in the Mac. I stream from my Mac to a dedicated D/A converter that's part of my stereo system. (It's mostly Emotiva components: separate D/A converter, preamp, amp.) The Mac then doesn't need to be physically connected to my stereo.

I buy CDs and downloads, occasionally used LPs, also occasionally used CDs. If you sell used CDs, don't overlook Amazon.

Thanks everyone for your recommendations. I decided to order 10 for the free shipping, and went for: Tommy Flanagan + J.R. Monterose - A Little Pleasure Steve Kuhn - The Best Things Nick Brignola - On A Different Level, Like Old Times, All Business, Raincheck Pepper Adams - Conjuration Peter Leitch - A Special Rapport, Red Zone Joe Puma - Shining Hour

Good trumpeter, whoever he is.