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Assistance on guitar from Bill Frisell on various tracks all adds up to one very nice music CD to add into anyones collection for finer listening pleasure.
Ironically these are two of my favorite artists Ive discovered over the last several years and I find it rather pleasing to see these two performers together. They are both known for being very committed to they're work finally performing and complimenting each other.Anyone out there looking for new music that are not familiar with either of these artists should at least check them out. One could do far worse.
Let me also say a sincere "Thank You" to all the inmates that have taken the time to assist me in the past here on these boards as some of what I now listen to has been suggested here, tremendous.
Other artists I'm currently enjoying as of late are Ray Lamontagne "Trouble" very nice, as well as Phil Woods "American Songbook" these are the only titles I have from these artists and would greatly appreciate any suggestions you kind folks can provide.
Really any well recorded and musically invoving jazz or similar to above as well as new suggestions are valued.
Again; Many thanks for any input, and have a fabulous weekend inmates.
Regards,
/// Tim W. ///
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One of the worst sound quality in my recent memory. Reminds me of 80's CD's with unnaturally hard and grainy upper-mids.
I wont dismiss your opinion, your entitled to that.Yet when you compare this recording to 80s era digital, my ears tell me your way off the mark on this one, even if you've formed your assessment over several sessions Id have to say 80s digital is critiqued more for having a thin harmonically threadbare sound on the silver disc from that era as well as a bleached lifeless non engaging overall tone, and tinny, steely screechy highs when balanced against the vinyl format, which is known for its warmth, liquid tone , lifelike harmonics and engaging presentation.
Early digital was REALLY BAD and that's just an unjustifiable and unfair comment, when making reference to this recording IMO!
For confirmation one need look no further than all the remastering of discs that's been done, I always prefer more current remasters Allman Broths, Live at the Fillmore for one...
I agree completely with smart845s assessment to the overall sound quality, but again your entitled to your opinion, I just feel its off the mark.
This latest effort from her is very much from the same level of better digital sound of the current era, while not the equal of vinyl to some, in my system {Kora Hermes DAC} it sounds first rate, but credit for sound quality goes to Gavin Lurssen at the Mastering Lab in Hollywood Calif.
Garbage in, Garbage out...
And while I'm at it "Lost Highway" records along with "Blue Note" and Bill Frisells label 'Nonesuch" all produce quality recordings BIGTIME...
Check your system for failures mate... Beam me up Scotty... SEE YA!
Regards,
/// Tim W. ///
Hi Tim,Just listened to West last night and WOW what a superb musical disc. Saw her live a few months back and was dissapointed after hearing Live at the Fillmore. Perhaps she was bored of playing these now old songs but got to hear a couple off West.
Will probably end up as one of my faves and the sound quality and the mix is stunning. Almost perfect recording in my view.Love the drum sound. Bet the LP is awesome.
Other faves are Patty Griffin and Jann Arden, both with albums out in a few weeks. Also loved the Amos Lee albums too. Great voice, thought he sounded like Norah Jones and then read the track info re Lee Alexander/Norah Jones. DOH!
New Cowboy Junkies in March too!
cheers
smart
Hello smart845,Thank you, for the added suggestions and relating your concert experience with Lucinda to me. I have her "Live in Austin" DVD and that's a very good live performance from a reproduction standard. Also enjoy her last "Live at the Fillmore on CD.
It pleases me to know you found similar sound qualities in her latest effort, Something about her sonic signature is so very harmonically rich and unique, its just enchanting.
Nice system, photos BTW. Heard the Avantgards sometime back with Art Audio amp-preamp with Metronome CD, very nice setup.
Ive also got Lucinda's World without tears on LP and will eventually add a reference LP playback in my system soon.
All my best...
Regards,
/// Tim W. ///
Phil has a *long* distinguished discography. He's a very consistent artist. One of my favorites is his first session as a leader, Pot Pie, from 1954 on the readily available OJC label. Allmusic.com gives it only three stars. I give it four/ four and a half. They have audio clips. Great trumpet playing from the under appreciated Jon Eardleyl
Hello Sigmund,I have recently duly noted his long dicography, hence my posting query. I will check out Pot Pie as well as his earier years!
Thanks again!
Regards,
/// Tim W. ///
Brooks cut four wonderful sides for Blue Note during the '60s which didn't see the light of day for 35 years. The Lester Young influenced Getz had a broader career starting as one of the four brothers playing sax with Woody Herman. His live session for Roost with Jimmy Raney at Storyville from 1951 is wonderful cool jazz. His other Roost sessions of that period have Al Haig who played with the boppers or Horace Silver on piano. His bossa nova stuff is mostly excellent. Outstanding are Jazz Samba with guitarist Charlie Byrd and the Getz and Gilbertos.I second the Booker Ervin recommendation. You'd also like Little Johnny Cole's "Little Johnny C", and anything with Booker Little.
Ray Lamontagne's "Till the Sun Turns Black" is a must have if liked "Trouble". It is a great followup, with similar mournful, soulful vocals, and just a bit more orchestration to the music. I think I like it better, but I listen to them both a lot. It is also very well recorded. For great sounding contemporary female vocals check out Beth Orton's "Central Reservation" and Louise Taylor's "Written in Red".
Greetings MnMark,I have placed my order for Ray Ls "Till the Sun Turns Black" as well as some others suggestions here.
Beth Orton I also find rather intriguing but Louise Taylor I'm not sure. Ill probably give it a go as music tends to grow the longer you listen.
In this hobby keeping an open mind to all aspects be it hardware or the media we desire through it are the key to getting the most out of all of it.
Thanks again!
Regards,
/// Tim W. ///
My favorite is 'Rights Of Swing', and orchestral jazz effort from the 60s. Gorgeous stuff, particularly if you Miles 'Miles Ahead' or 'Sketches Of Spain', stuff done with Gil Evans.
http://www.allmusic.com/cg/amg.dll?p=amg&sql=10:luoibkj9hakxHis earlier hard bop is very high quality as well, try 'The Young Bloods' with Donald Byrd on Prestige/OJC. If you like Donald Byrd's playing, look for some of his Blue Note work, such as 'Fuego' or 'The Cat Walk', both recent RVG remasters IIRC.
http://www.allmusic.com/cg/amg.dll?p=amg&token=&sql=10:3cfexq9gldaeI like the later stuff as well, recorded in Europe in the 80s, such as 'Bop Stew' and 'Boquet'. Great stuff IMHO.
http://www.allmusic.com/cg/amg.dll?p=amg&sql=10:luoibkj9hakxGlad you're having fun! Try some sound clips at Amazon to see if the above might float your boat.
Enjoy the Lucinda, I haven't picked up 'West' as yet, the vinyl version is just out IIRC. How would you compare it to 'Essence' or 'Car Wheels..'?
Greetings rrsands from a very windy and snowy midwest....Perfect for the class A operation of my Plinius SA102s operation.
As to Lucindas latest effort, I would hesitate to include it in any other category even within her own catalogue, other than to say its slightly country/folk while retaining her originality that's hers and hers alone. The addition of Bill Frisell don't hurt either.I don't know many critics who have been able to categorize her genre other than to acknowledge her tremendous songwriting and talent, rest assured though, its unmistakably Lucinda and worth admission!
The overall music is very much her own with no mistaking her lyrics and sweet scratchy vocals and melodies accentuated by guitar work from Bill Frisell and Doug Pettibone as well as Rob Burger on Piano, Hammond, Vox & Field Organs, etc. lots of talented instrumentalists with all brand new cuts from one of today's best songwriters allow this to sustain her momentum for fans and casual listeners alike IMHO.
Its all exceptional music with nary a dud, once again the overall sound is country, rock with my favorite track being the title track "West" as Bill Frisells guitar work is both prominent and unmistakable, yet the whole cd is on a level with anything shes done before. Then theirs track no.8 "Where is my Love" ... ALL quality music IMO.Thank you for taking time from your Day and offering the kind suggestions rrsands;
also as Phil Woods was brought to my attention here at the asylum as well, and I'm looking forward to trying your suggestions and links to add to my growing library.Have a great rest of today...
Regards,
/// Tim W. ///
my guess is that - if you are enjoying Phil Woods that much - you may well find Booker to your liking. Great tenor player who died way too young.
"Man is the only animal that blushes - or needs to" Mark Twain
..the name of one of his LPs as well as a great description of his playing. One of my favorites, thanks for recommending him, kk! Look for Tex Book Tenor, The Freedom Sessions, Heavy!, Structurally Sound...well, anything I've heard cooks! Swaggering Texas tenor playing at its finest.And thanks to you, Timothy, for the LW description from the slowly melting Pittsburgh area. I'll have to pick up the LP asap. Putting Frisell's sound with her music...sounds intriguing.
Blues Book, SongBook, Freedom Book, Space Book - Plus, That's It and Exultation. Every one a gem.FWIW-I have an interview my Dad did with him waaay back when where he explains the different "tack" he took vis a vis Coltrane. Primarily - he stayed within the chord in his improvisations whereas Trane often dod not.
"Man is the only animal that blushes - or needs to" Mark Twain
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