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The 50 Greatest Albums of the 1950s
The 50 greatest albums of the 1950s, as picked by yours truly. Continue reading The 50 Greatest Albums of the 1950s
Lennie Tristano
Lennie Tristano’s music can be rather cold, but its importance can’t be ignored.
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Three Ragas
I don’t know much about Hindustani classical music, but this tape is pretty good.
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Blue Serge
The best album from one of jazz’s most tragic figures.
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Bud Powell’s Moods
Bud Powell’s Moods builds on the nervous energy found in his previous LPs.
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Piano Interpretations
Piano Interpretations by Bud Powell is a rather routine effort. But routine for Powell is still amazing.
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Finger Style Guitar
An impressive showcase of instrumental country.
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Boss of the Blues
Big Joe Turner was not only the father of R&B, but also a godfather of rock & roll.
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Tenor Madness: Sonny Rollins in 1956
A brief writeup on four Sonny Rollins LPs from 1956. Continue reading Tenor Madness: Sonny Rollins in 1956
The Unique Thelonious Monk
Ironically, “The Unique Thelonious Monk” is unique in the fact that it is conventional.
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Song of the Day: “Tempus Fugit”
Song of the Day: “Tempus Fugit” by Yes Continue reading Song of the Day: “Tempus Fugit”
Song of the Day: “A Little God in My Hands”
Song of the Day: “A Little God in My Hands” by Swans Continue reading Song of the Day: “A Little God in My Hands”
Song of the Day: “Surrender”
Song of the Day: “Surrender” by U2 Continue reading Song of the Day: “Surrender”
