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[aedagnino]

Any love for Duke Ellington and Co here?

I recently re-discovered the album Blues in Orbit, not so famous but the recording is raw and very good at the old Columbia studio. I read that they had just returned from a Europe tour and the label wanted them to churn out an album. They did some all night jet lag sessions right away and this was the result. There is some truly beautiful exposition here, as one expects. My favorite track is Smada, the second. It is like a journey into another world, great studio work, the melody and support are enchanting as ever. Simply delightful. The pianist seems to be registering some notes of protest at times, ending the song on a low ringing note. In any case, as I listen, I am there in the room with these guys, incredible musicians., all of them. The attitude is tangible and clear.

Other Duke fans: what are your favorite recordings? Tracks?

I'm a huuuuuge Duke Ellington fan! Every era has something to recommend, so it's daunting to recommend something. Soundwise pretty much anything after 1950 will sound good to awesome. Highlights in that sense (and musicwise) would include Ellington Masterpieces, Ellington Uptown, Money Jungle (trio with Mingus and Roach), This One's for Blanton (duo with Ray Brown). I have a real soft spot for his later suites like Far East Suite (though the recording could be a tad hot) and "...And His Mother Called Him Bill" which was his hommage to Billy Strayhorn after he died. Of course you should delve deeply into all his recordings from the 40s backwards as well (check the Chronological Classics series), even back to the 20s, as a lot of his innovations as an orchestrator date back to those years, though most would suggest his 1940-43 recordings, which coincided when Blanton and Webster were in his band.

 

[Robin L]

I'm a huuuuuge Duke Ellington fan! Every era has something to recommend, so it's daunting to recommend something. Soundwise pretty much anything after 1950 will sound good to awesome. Highlights in that sense (and musicwise) would include Ellington Masterpieces, Ellington Uptown, Money Jungle (trio with Mingus and Roach), This One's for Blanton (duo with Ray Brown). I have a real soft spot for his later suites like Far East Suite (though the recording could be a tad hot) and "...And His Mother Called Him Bill" which was his hommage to Billy Strayhorn after he died. Of course you should delve deeply into all his recordings from the 40s backwards as well (check the Chronological Classics series), even back to the 20s, as a lot of his innovations as an orchestrator date back to those years, though most would suggest his 1940-43 recordings, which coincided when Blanton and Webster were in his band.

I recommend the two volumes of the "All Star Road Band". Good early stereo remote recording, some very hot playing. I'd share a YouTube link, but they are of subpar needledrops.

 

[Wes]

Make a Jazz Noise Here

 

[Robin L]

Make a Jazz Noise Here

Okay:

 

[Tokyo_John]

I'm a huuuuuge Duke Ellington fan! Every era has something to recommend, so it's daunting to recommend something. Soundwise pretty much anything after 1950 will sound good to awesome. Highlights in that sense (and musicwise) would include Ellington Masterpieces, Ellington Uptown, Money Jungle (trio with Mingus and Roach), This One's for Blanton (duo with Ray Brown). I have a real soft spot for his later suites like Far East Suite (though the recording could be a tad hot) and "...And His Mother Called Him Bill" which was his hommage to Billy Strayhorn after he died. Of course you should delve deeply into all his recordings from the 40s backwards as well (check the Chronological Classics series), even back to the 20s, as a lot of his innovations as an orchestrator date back to those years, though most would suggest his 1940-43 recordings, which coincided when Blanton and Webster were in his band.

Nice, I’ve been going through everything Tidal has available, and really having a blast. It is a kind of journey, and there are fun surprises hidden away in all the nooks and crannies. I’ve been trying to get my wife to sit and listen to whole Duke albums, with some success. I even got her to listen to A Drum is a Woman though she was initially put off by the title…but learning that it is Duke’s allegory on the history of jazz, and the fun and playful intent of the lyrics, ensured that we could really enjoy the journey.

 

[Wes]

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Make_a_Jazz_Noise_Here

 

[Smislov]

and for open ear listeners only
(pls don't give up if u can't finish with listening to this album... It took me 6 month to finish it... just give it more chances, and one day u will appreciate it)

 

[Loug]

I abslutely love the original album, therefore I don't know what to think of this reimagining by Makaya McCraven ...

 

[KikoKentaurus]

Have you heard it??? Supa-dupa fresh sound!

 

[Anthony101]

 

[Doodski]

Have you heard it??? Supa-dupa fresh sound!

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I have many bookmarks for Joan Chamorro and his entourage. Some of them are surprisingly good.

 

[Anthony101]

 

[Timcognito]

There a pub in London called Kansas Smitty's owned by seven musicians that perform as the house band apply called the Kansas Smittys. Here is my favorite song from there album Things Happened Here. Most of the songs are in this vein, real improvisation but melodic jazz

 

[Loug]

I was there !!!
The first proper concert of my life.
Still have sparkles in my eyes when I think about it

 

[Smislov]

Earth · Joe Henderson · Alice Coltrane
Transcendental - cosmic statement of music !

 

[aedagnino]

Earth · Joe Henderson · Alice Coltrane
Transcendental - cosmic statement of music !

Awesome record!

 

[Wicky]

Can't believe this hasn't been mentioned yet!

 

[Wicky]

...or this...

 

[Rotiv]

Miles Davis in a silent way complete sessions

https://music.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_no50sEL8APRZELAvLgGDV2VwsrAYBMgFs&feature=share

 

[Smislov]

Hmm ... what Beastie Boys think about this tune ...
Jimmy Smith - Root Down (And Get It)