What Are You Listening To?

[Botch]

The cover and inside sleeve of this album, created by Hipgnosis, features various images of people interacting with a black obelisk-shaped object. Inside the album sleeve, the item is referred to simply as "The Object."

yay, just like a ouija board, 'cept we don't have to touch it!
Hurry up and somebody invent teh Intranetz, we're bored!!!

:happy-smileygiantred: :happy-smileygiantred: :happy-smileygiantred:

 

[Dennie]

The cover and inside sleeve of this album, created by Hipgnosis, features various images of people interacting with a black obelisk-shaped object. Inside the album sleeve, the item is referred to simply as "The Object."

yay, just like a ouija board, 'cept we don't have to touch it!
Hurry up and somebody invent teh Intranetz, we're bored!!!

:happy-smileygiantred: :happy-smileygiantred: :happy-smileygiantred:

:text-lol:

Dennie :eusa-clap:

 

[Dennie]

My last one for the evening....

Migration -- CD

Dave Grusin

1989 GRP Records

On this diverse and generally interesting (if not essential) CD, keyboardist/composer Dave Grusin performs a five-song suite from his soundtrack of The Milagro Beanfield War along with selections by Harvey Mason, his brother Don Grusin, Hugh Masekela, Marcus Miller and himself. Other than the suite (which has a string section), the music is mostly played by smaller groups, with Branford Marsalis on tenor and soprano a major asset on three songs and flugelhornist Hugh Masekela taking a solo on his own "Polina." ~ Scott Yanow, All Music Guide

Track listing

1. Punta del Sol
2. Southwest Passage
3. First-Time Love
4. Western Women
5. Dancing in the Township
6. Old Bones
7. In the Middle of the Night
8. T. K. O.
9. Polina
10. Lupita
11. Coyote Angel
12. Pistolero
13. Milagro
14. Fiesta

 

[Botch]

 

[Yesfan70]

Probably their best album, imo. I know a lot will say Synchronicity, but Ghost.... is my personal favorite.

I would love to find a couple of concerts where they were touring that album.

 

[Dennie]

Wes Bound -- CD

Lee Ritenour

1993 GRP Records

Amazing Tribute, August 9, 2001
By Russell Diederich (Littleton, CO United States) - See all my reviews
(VINE VOICE)
This review is from: Wes Bound (Audio CD)

This album was my first exposure to both Lee Ritenour and Wes Montgomery. Who could ask for anything more? Ritenour gives a stunning tribute to one of the greatest jazz guitarists ever to fret a chord. Montgomery always seemed to be playing effortlessly while always keeping the listener entertained by his rhythms and solos.

Ritenour splits the album by covering Montgomery for half the songs and spends the other half composing songs in the style of Montgomery. Ritenour's covers have a bit of artistic freedom as he colors the songs to his own style of playing. This album sounds more like a tribute to Ritenour's hero instead of someone flat out copying the songs note for note.

All of these songs are strictly instrumental (except for "Waiting In Vain", which really doesn't fit in with the other songs of the album). Ritenour's licks are fast, varied and entertaining. He has the classic L5 sound throughout the album that just screams jazz. The backing band gives the album more of a smooth jazz feeling, but Ritenour's playing stands out.

Track List:
1. Wes Bound
2. Boss City
3. 4 On 6
4. Little Bumpin', A
5. Waiting In Vain
6. Goin' To Detroit
7. New Day, A
8. Ocean Ave.
9. Road Song
10. West Coast Blues

 

[Dennie]

This Meets That -- CD

John Scofield

2007 Emarcy Records

Sco's masterpiece, October 12, 2007
By Jan P. Dennis "Longboard jazzer" (Monument, CO USA) - See all my reviews
(TOP 500 REVIEWER) (VINE VOICE) (REAL NAME)
This review is from: This Meets That (Audio CD)

First we had This Is This by Weather Report--generally regarded as their worst effort, although not by me. Then we had This Against That, a band put together by the formidable jazz trumpeter, Ralph Alessi. With two releases under their belt, they've managed to shake things up and establish themselves as Players To Be Reckoned With. Now, if there's even the slightest continuity of thread in the this 'n' that aesthetic, we have the finest representation of such discs.

From the first skronk-ish sounds emanating from the speakers, we're alerted to something special going on here. Sco pretty much brings out the heavy artillery: squawks, blats, wah-wah madness, demon comping, bent strings, Frisell-like heartlandish moves, Leslie effects, chordal leads, fluid Metheny-esque lines, brief flashes of heavy-metal insanity, and some purely righteous shredding. But, amazingly, it's all in context, never just showmanship, never "Look at me, I can do this and you can't," which, although true, is beside the point.

Seldom have I been so immediately and permanently blown away by a disc as I've been by this remarkable music. From a purely sonic standpoint, this has to be one of the most amazing records ever made. Working mainly within a trio context, although subtly and brilliantly augmented by a horn section, Sco manages to produce an astounding variety of sounds, moods, and sensibilities. From that standpoint alone this disc would be a must-have. But the aural adroitness only scratches the surface. There's some kind of deep ur-jazz vibe happening all over this session: infectious, heartland-drenched, Americanesque, primal yet way sophisticated, hortatory, bloozy beyond the call of duty, too cool but absolutely accessible, and just plain swingingly listenable, without the slightest touch of nostalgia.

This is the kind of session that vindicates the cultural essentiality of jazz: no other popular genre could've produced the astonishingly joyous yet entirely unself-consciously glorious music found herein.

Absolutely essential.

The Low Road
Down D
Strangeness in the Night
Heck of a Job
Behind Closed Doors
House of the Rising Sun
Shoe Dog
Memorette
Trio Blues
Pretty Out
(I Can't Get No) Satisfaction (by Mick Jagger, Keith Richards)

9942

 

[Botch]

Probably their best album, imo. I know a lot will say Synchronicity, but Ghost.... is my personal favorite.

Most bands are lucky to release one masterpiece; I just say the Police released two and let it go at that. bscene-drinkingcheers:

 

[Dennie]

Greatest Hits Volume 1 -- CD

The Isley Brothers

2002 Sony Music

While probably best suited for the casual listener, this Isley Brothers collection still contains a potent mix of the band's biggest hits from the `70s and `80s. Showing the group's flexibility, Greatest Hits, Vol. 1 includes quiet storm funk ballads like "For the Love of You," the proto-new jack swing of "Between the Sheets," and soul anthems like "Fight the Power" and "Live It Up." The group's signature songs are here too, including early-`70s chart toppers like the Stax-inspired "It's Your Thing" and the stratospheric pop-funk cut "That Lady"; the latter features Ernie Isley on one of the most incredible funk guitar solos on wax (the Hendrix elements being almost a given since the guitar great cut his teeth in the Isleys' mid-`60s touring band). And there's more urbane, smooth-groove tunes like "Footsteps in the Dark" and "Groove With You" to top things off. A good collection for curious soul and funk fans. Listeners looking for a more thorough selection of Isley hits, though, should check out Rhino's two-volume The Isley Brothers Story; while the first disc covers early smashes from the late `50s and `60s like "Shout," "Twist and Shout," and the Motown hit "This Old Heart of Mine," the second includes all the cuts on this collection, plus several more prime tracks the band made while on the T-Neck label.The 2002 Epic/Legacy CD reissue adds five tracks, four of them #1 R&B hits from 1977-1980, the other Isley Jasper Isley's 1985 #1 R&B hit "Caravan of Love." ~ Stephen Cook

Track listing

1. That Lady, Pts. 1-2
2. Groove with You
3. For the Love of You, Pts. 1-2
4. Footsteps in the Dark, Pts. 1-2 - (remix)
5. Between the Sheets
6. It's Your Thing
7. Fight the Power, Pts. 1-2
8. Live It Up, Pts. 1-2
9. Take Me to the Next Phase, Pts. 1-2
10. Pride, Pts. 1-2, The
11. I Wanna Be with You, Pts. 1-2
12. Don't Say Goodnight (It's Time for Love), Pts. 1-2
13. Caravan of Love

 

[Yesfan70]

Probably their best album, imo. I know a lot will say Synchronicity, but Ghost.... is my personal favorite.

Most bands are lucky to release one masterpiece; I just say the Police released two and let it go at that. bscene-drinkingcheers:

I personally liked Synchronicity and have nothing against it. No doubt, it is their biggest commercial release. I guess I just have a lot of memories with Ghost In The Machine and it has a special place in my heart.

 

[Dennie]

Shadowfax Live -- CD

Shadowfax

1995 Sonic Images

Review by Chuck Greenberg's widow, February 8, 1999
By Joy Greenberg (greenshadow@fix.net) (San Luis Obispo, CA) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Shadowfax Live (Audio CD)

The last album made before the death of Chuck Greenberg in 1995, "Live" in many ways is the "best of Shadowfax," featuring their most popular material. "Live" demonstrates how different the band sounded in concert (electronic and loud), as opposed to their studio work which was more laid back and acoustic. It also contains my personal all-time favorite track, "A Pause in the Rain," another quintessential Chuck composition featuring his ethereal lyricon AND soulful soprano sax. As with all Shadowfax recordings produced by Chuck, this one is audially flawless--a true "eargasm" for audiophiles and Shadowfans alike.

Track listing

1. Another Country
2. Streetnoise
3. Rainforests
4. Ariki
5. Include Me Out
6. Pause In The Rain, A
7. Foundwind
8. How Much Does Zimbabwe?
9. Shaman Song
10. Shadowdance
11. Imaginary Islands
12. Castaneda's Boogie
13. Neither Here Nor There
14. Brown Rice / Karmapa Chenno
15. Northern Lights - (bonus track, studio)

 

[Yesfan70]

A little Peter King for me. I wish all his music were on CD, remastered!

 

[Dennie]

Guidum -- CD

Abraham Laboriel

1995 Integrity Music

Bass Player's Classic!, January 6, 2005
By Ron Barnes "Ron" (Sacramento, CA United States) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Guidum (Audio CD)

This album is a monster collection of BASSic emotions... Abraham shows his stuff here, and his associates, Alex Acuna, Justo Almario and Abe Jr. hang right with him, lick for lick. Thumping, popping, fingering, tapping, chords, monster riffs, tight drum/bass lines, tasty melodies, funk, bebop... you get a taste of everything. (Breakfast at Tiffany's will make you want to brush up on your music theory) Man, how I would have loved to see these songs performed live! As a 20+ year bass player who grew up listening to Stanley Clarke, Nathan East, Jaco Pastorius, Nathaniel Phillips, Luis Johnson and others, I can say with confidence: this album is no joke! Buy it, pop in in, turn it up loud; these guys had real fun with this one, and you will too!

Track listing

1. Wessup
2. Exchange
3. Slippin' and Slidin'
4. You Can't Hide
5. Let My People
6. Guidum
7. Out From Darkness
8. Vamos a Gozar
9. Another Day
10. Bass Sweet
11. Final Degree
12. Behop Drive
13. Breakfast at Tiffany's

 

[Dennie]

Wonderful World Of Percussion -- CD

Emil Richards

1994 Interworld Music

Wonderful World of Percussion is an imaginative and innovative tour de force by studio great, concert showman and now recording artist Emil Richards. The pieces range from zany to romantic, played on percussion instruments that go from African rhythm log to xylophone. Richards gives full voice to the potential of each instrument and destroys the stereotype that percussion's role is to provide rhythm and texture. Instead, Richards' percussion pieces are alive with the melody and countermelody that one would expect from music written for any other group of instruments. Richards' works are clear expressions of his knowledge and interest in world music and jazz.

1 Good Grief
2 Enjoy
3 Sheep Lie
4 Underdog Rag
5 Venezuela-La
6 Celesta
7 Alive in Five
8 Yo Yazz
9 Amos
10 Bells of Hollywood

9964

 

[Botch]

Shadowfax Live -- CD

For someone completely unfamiliar with Shadowfax, can anyone recommend a good starter album or two? (I'm not into live CDs too much).

 

[Dennie]

The Ultimate Dr. John -- CD

Dr. John

1987 Warner Special Products

SWAMP FUNK GUMBO YA YA, June 6, 1998
By Casey Stewart "kcfoxy: accept no substitute" (San Joaquin Delta) - See all my reviews
(REAL NAME)
This review is from: Ultimate Dr John (Audio CD)

Dr. John's been around. He knows the Big Easy and the Creole-Cajun sound. With a voice thick with swamp funk-just try Mama Roux or I Walk on Gilded Splinters-he IS the Night Tripper.

Mesmorizing rhymths swirl about...most tunes will have you up and dancing or at least tapping your feet if you're not dead! Right Place, Wrong Time as well as Iko Iko, (remember the Dixie Cups?)will transport you to the parishes and steamy bayous of home.

 

[Dennie]

Shadowfax Live -- CD

For someone completely unfamiliar with Shadowfax, can anyone recommend a good starter album or two? (I'm not into live CDs too much).

I think that album is a great place to start. Although "Live", it didn't have that "Concert" feel to it. More like a "Live Set" than a concert. If that makes since.

I think that is the only CD I have of theirs, the rest I have on vinyl and am not as familiar with...yet. :text-imsorry:



Dennie

 

[Dennie]

So much music, so little time! :confusion-waiting:

I've had this in the "play next" pile for about three weeks. I don't know why I kept putting it off, this is an AMAZING Album! :eusa-clap:

The Barbra Streisand Album -- Remastered CD

Barbra Streisand

1963/ 2008 Columbia Records

A phenomenal album, May 26, 2010
By Ronald M. Glick (new york)
(REAL NAME)
Amazon Verified Purchase(What's this?)
This review is from: Barbra Streisand Album (Audio CD)


Pure brilliance

It is impossible not to experience every range of emotion while listening to Barbra's debut album. "A Sleepin' Bee" is guaranteed to give you chills. "Much More" is practically a self-fulfilling prophecy. "Come To The Supermarket in Old Peking" is just amazing, as is "Who's Afraid Of The Big Bad Wolf" It is said that Columbia Records did not have much faith in this project - or for the 21-year-old girl making the record. Wow. This album is 47 years old and, still, it is nothing short of breath-taking. "I'll Tell The Man In The Street" will make you wish you were the recipient of her emotions.

THIS is the album by which others should be measured. THIS IS PERFECTION

Side one

No. Title Writer(s) Length
1. "Cry Me A River" Arthur Hamilton 3:37
2. "My Honey's Lovin' Arms" Joseph Meyer, Harry Ruby 2:14
3. "I'll Tell the Man in the Street" Lorenz Hart, Richard Rodgers 3:09
4. "A Taste of Honey" Ric Marlow, Bobby Scott 2:51
5. "Who's Afraid of the Big Bad Wolf?" Frank Churchill, Ann Ronell 2:35
6. "Soon It's Gonna Rain" Tom Jones, Harvey Schmidt 3:44

Side two

No. Title Writer(s) Length
1. "Happy Days Are Here Again" Milton Ager, Jack Yellen 3:04
2. "Keepin' Out of Mischief Now" Andy Razaf, Thomas Waller 2:11
3. "Much More" Tom Jones, Harvey Schmidt 3:02
4. "Come to the Supermarket in Old Peking" Cole Porter 1:56
5. "A Sleepin' Bee" Harold Arlen, Truman Capote 4:21

 

[Deleted member 133]

Currently in Virginia Beach, sitting on 16th floor room balcony overlooking a park below my hotel where a funk cover band has got the crowd below grooving to their beat, at the tail end of some weekend festival. With the surf off to my right the signal to noise ratio's not the greatest - but it's live!

 

[Dennie]

Currently in Virginia Beach, sitting on 16th floor room balcony overlooking a park below my hotel where a funk cover band has got the crowd below grooving to their beat, at the tail end of some weekend festival. With the surf off to my right the signal to noise ratio's not the greatest - but it's live!

Very Cool Jeff! :music-rockout:

Thanks for the update!

Pictures?


Dennie