Strictly Jazz Sounds (Part 2)

[nosamyllaw]

One of my favorites:

[weedeewop]

A couple come to mind at the moment, especially Dogon A.D. which has been covered by many:

[nosamyllaw]

A couple of my favorites. This was my first Arista Freedom LP. I liked the cover, had no idea what Cecil was about to unleash. Took a bit of listening to acquire the addiction.

[weedeewop]

I picked up this when initially released, no regrets. I have enjoyed it so much it has been supplemented with those shown below it. The hook was set very deep indeed for my admiration of Cecil Taylor’s works.

[weedeewop]

Yet another fine solo effort from Randy Weston.

[Dirk]

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[lonson]

This may be of interest; I’ve pre-ordered.

Coming out November 29:

Santana
[ SACD ] Welcome - Multi-ch Hybrid Edition - [Limited Release] [Cardboard Sleeve (mini LP)]

[nosamyllaw]

Agree completely! Staying on the Arista Freedom recordings one more time. First Randy Weston for me:

[lonson]

Listening to this one again after clearing snow from the deck and steps–themes were ear-worming me so I’m spinning it again.

Joe Lovano Ensemble “Streams of Expression–featuring the Birth of the Cool Suite by Gunther Schuller” Blue Note cd

[lonson]

Abbey Lincoln “Abbey Sings Billie Vol.2” Enja/Solid Records Japan cd

Nice soundtrack for watching the snow melting off the autumn leaves through the second floor window behind my stereo system.

[adimon]

[weedeewop]

Returning to the Arista Freedom LPs, it appears I have two copies of this one,

Marion Brown Porto Novo, with Han Bennink and Maarten van Regteben Altena.

[weedeewop]

Louis Moholo-Moholo, Dudu Pukwana, Johnny Dyani, and Reverend Frank Wright, Spiritual Knowledge and Grace, live in Eindhoven 1979. A strong set and a bit more out there than the Steeplechase series from the 1970’s.

[nosamyllaw]

Playing this one as I write. The Black Lion cover pales in comparison, the music is wonderful. Thanks!

[weedeewop]

In general I like what Arista Freedom did with the covers. The OG Black Lion pressings can be worthwhile though. Typically I picked up my Arista Freedom LPs when they hit the cut-out bins.

[weedeewop]

Continuing on with the Arista Freedom theme. Being a fan of Charles Mingus I was aware of Curson’s capabilities and picked up a few released as him as leader. Ted is featured here on piccolo trumpet as well as the more familiar trumpet. Joining Ted are Bill Barron, Herb Bushler, and Dick Berk.

I get the impression Dirk is a fan as he tends to repeatedly post a rather rare Ted Curson LP on the forum.