I never considered her a jazz artist per se, but she had jazz sensibilities, without question. Hey Ron! So kinda/sorta going back to the original premise of the thread, I'm curious, do you consider Sinatra, Bennett, & Torme to be Jazz singers? How about Ella, Sarah, & Billie? I think that w...

Well, a very sad way to start the new year. RIP Nat!

This years Latin Jazz nominations are typically bogus in that especially endearing Grammy kinda way! As low-visibility as Latin Jazz is, it still seems like the nominations are the typically usual subjects. Such a shame that so much great music gets overlooked due to what I can only assume is lack o...

Natalie Cole is a fine singer obviously influenced by her surroundings as she grew up. Who decides if someone is a jazz singer? The jazz players and sidemen? Unfairly perhaps they do. Perhaps fairly they do. Your question has made me think of the many singers I've worked with and to consider which ...

This is the best yet from the brilliant drummer/composer/bandleader, Dafnis Prieto. Really a stunning record in every way!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kKrqiKZu-oE

I was listening to 'unforgettable' today and thinking about how she's released close to a 1/2 dz records of her singing standards (own 'em all!), where she's accompanied by everything from a small combo to a big band to a full orchestra, and she nails it every time. I recall how Linda Ronstadt relea...

Man, Netflix just keeps on bringing it! Their latest original series; Bloodline, starring Kyle Chandler, Sissy Spacek, & Sam Shepard is outstanding! It's also being broadcast in the new 4k format, it's gorgeous to look at! Netflix feels as fresh and innovative as HBO did when it 1st started thei...

I was lucky enough to see him live on many occasions over the years. Not to be a jazz snob, but it always bothered me a little to see him identified as a BS&T member. I like BS&T, but that is such a small part of Lew's long and distinguished career. RIP I hear what you're saying, (t...

Yeah, I thought something was wrong with me for not liking 'Better Call Saul'. All these exclamatory reviews but I ain't feelin' it! I can honestly say that the 'crime' genre, regardless of the medium, is a life-long favorite. Yet, surprisingly, I never thought that 'Breaking Bad' was the groundbrea...

Too sad. I own a lot of music featuring Lew Soloff. I especially enjoy his work on Carla Bleys' big band release; 'Fleur Carnivale'. I follow many artists and mags on FB, the outpouring of love and respect from so many artists has been an eye-opener! RIP.

Just finished binge-watching the new season of 'House Of Cards', amazing! The show really hit's its stride about ep. 7-8. As amazing as Spacey is, this season belonged to Robin Wright, her performance and look is like a stiletto; sharp, dangerous, and so sexy!. Michael Kelly as Doug Stamper is extra...

....or as he's known in my house; Stevie The Wonder Man! Did anyone watch the special last night? Amazing! Totally smoked the Grammy show, what a night! Before I watched I had read who some of the performers that were going to be on and honestly, I wasn't feelin' it BUT....the performances were tota...

I remember going to a Newmark & Lewis in 1985 searching for a new cassette recorder and walking out with a JVC CD player. This new techno seemed so fresh at the time. I later found out that the player, and the sound, were far from state of the art but it didn't matter, I dove in head 1st! While ...

Arturo O'Farrill & ALJO - Offense Of The Drum - Winner

I tolja it was a lock!!;) Tellyawhat, it shoulda won best large ensemble also as it's infinitely better than Gordon Goodwin's Phat Band record (which I also own and like)!

I just read that Corea's one of the top 5 most nominated (61!) artists in Grammy history!

Wow, time flies. Started this thread in 2013! Anyhow, Snarky Puppy continues to reach new heights! While it really doesn't matter to me, as all I care about is being able to buy their music, the fact that they're recording on the Impulse label now seems to be further proof of their continued success...

I just came into a stack of illegally recorded flicks. Begs the question, if I didn't do the recording, am I wrong to watch the discs? Obviously, I say no. Especially as they were a gift from a friend. So I didn't do the recording (the crime), AND I got them for free!! Check out this list!: Inherent...

Just saw that Chick just won 2 more Grammy awards today (for 2 separate recordings!) and the thought occurred to me, he's got to be the most successful (I know this doesn't automatically translate into 'greatest') pianist Miles ever employed. As I thought about it some more, I'm thinking, forget pia...

"What does "restored version" mean?" HBO converted the video to HD and to fit rectangular tv screens. Coincidentally I was re-watching the Wire before the 'restoration' and the improvement was substantial! I unintentionally watched 3 Scarlett Johannsen movies this past weekend. T...

Doug, seems like she fought the good fight until she decided to no longer do so. Shows commendable spirit, character, and bravery. I'm sure she's resting in peace.

jwaggs wrote:The one I am enjoying the most these days is The Bridge. I have the hots for the blonde Swede who plays a detective with a good dose of Aspberger's.

Excellent show! Bummed that it's been cancelled.

I'm reading this book by Gary Krist - Empire Of Sin - A Story Of Sex, Jazz, Murder, And The Battle For Modern New Orleans. What a great book! Although historically factual, it reads like a novel. Covering the 30-yr period of time during the beginning of the 20th century. Effortlessly covering the po...

Tellyawhat, just got Arturo O'Farrill & LJO's 'The Offense Of The Drum'. WOW!! This a major statement, absolutely brilliant! I own 4 of the 5 nominated, great records (and so many more that weren't nominated, another very strong year for El Jazz Latino!) but I can tell ya that this category's a ...

Yogi's a monsta! Here's a coupla favorites of mine

Robert 'Sput' Searight of Snarky Puppy
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6iXajbpp-7s

and Jon Cleary, but he doesn't ID his drummer other than JellyBean BUT....!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d4Ib_OF5F5w

Me neither. I own a bunch of records by the superb flautist; Mark Weinstein. His latest record; 'Latin Jazz Underground', has gotten rave reviews but....it's officially a Latin 'Free' Jazz record and I really tried to get into it but I'm unable to. I own ton's of music (latin and otherwise) where th...