What are you listening to and WHY might anyone be interested? (Vol. XIII)
Posted by: Richard Dane on 01 January 2017
2017 has arrived today, so time to start this thread afresh.
Last year's thread can be found here;
(2017)
DG back playing in the Pompeii amphitheatre and not doing too badly for it.
A bit more serious hard bop from Mr Gordon, 'ASwingin' Affair'
Gabriel Faure: Barcarolles
One barcarolle was enough for Chopin, but Fauré turned out 13. While some might expect that 13 stylized Venetian gondolier songs would be a bit much to listen to all in a row, pianist Delphine Bardin's sensitive performances let them slide by as easily as a gondola. With her superlative technique, subtle tone, and graceful legato, Bardin's got the right equipment for the job, and with her flowing tempos, nuanced balances, and elegant interpretations, she's clearly got the right soul as well. Nor is she dismayed by having to perform 13 similarly styled pieces anymore than, say, Arrau, at having to perform 21 of Chopin's nocturnes, and she finds depths and, more importantly, differences in the pieces that make for a very relaxing but very, very beautiful recital. Captured by Alpha Productions in richly detailed and vivid sound, this disc should be heard by anyone who admires Fauré. (AllMUsic)
ewemon posted:KeanoKing posted:ewemon posted:
Is it as great as volume 1?
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Can't tell you my friend as if I do I have been told if I comment on any pre release that I would get no more promos to listen to.
Love to the good lady and wee one.
No problem. It was your post that made me look him up. Superb.
Little one doing great
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kk
Now Playing.......
Pat Metheny - Tokyo Day Trip
Pat Metheny (guitar, baritone guitar, acoustic guitar, and electric sitar), Christian McBride (acoustic bass), Antonio Sanchez (Orchestra Bells, Drums)
Streaming from TIDAL..... ......and sounding wonderful on this Sunday morning!
Notes from TIDAL:
Gary Clark Jr. Blak And Blu.
Gary's debut album, which I seem not to have played for a while ................ quite LOUD ..................... spot on!
This was recommended to me by Lontano, at a Tord Gustavsen concert. And very good it is too.
Now Playing.......
Pat Metheny - Day Trip
Pat Metheny (guitar), Christian McBride (bass, acoustic bass), and Antonio Sanchez (drums)
Following up the live album where they went right into the studio to record this album.
Review from Francis Lo Kee on All About Jazz found here:
Pat Metheny's -Day Trip gets underway with the up-tempo "Son of Thirteen," bringing to mind the best of his playing, which combines the seemingly contradictory qualities of explosive virtuosity and tender lyricism. In his wheelhouse, the guitarist also knows how to feature the talents of collaborators (eg, Jaco Pastorius on Metheny's 1976 ECM debut as a leader, Bright Size Life) and it's clear from the first two tracks that bassist Christian McBride and drummer Antonio Sanchez will contribute mightily to the success of this recording. One can't help but hope for this trio persisting and not getting sidelined as but one project in the multitude of many other undertakings. While variety may be the spice of life, this group possesses something more substantial that, given time, will undoubtedly develop.
While the cynics among us could say Day Trip is calculated—containing a balance of speedy numbers, acoustic ballads and grooving toe-tappers—it could also be looked at as a statement from an artist who has organically brought together the best elements of the open-minded 1960s and 1970s, when musical diversity was more the norm than the exception. The sincerity of "Is This America? (Katrina 2005)" is striking. Its reflective quality, emphasized by McBride's brief arco solo, is a rare success; a piece of music that brings up feelings (and questions) about a current event without the benefit of lyrics. "When We Were Free" follows, its slinky but solid 3/4 beat suggesting a bluesy resolve, looking forward and backwards at the same time, and featuring McBride's full tone and Sanchez in Elvin Jones mode. "Let's Move" might be the most burning tune. Super-fast, all hands play with an inspiring togetherness. We know Metheny can solo over a fast tempo, but the drumming and bass playing (including solos) is musically sophisticated beyond mere pyrotechnics.
"The Red One," which balances a reggae feel with stadium rock power-chords, first appeared on Metheny's 1994 Blue Note collaboration with John Scofield, I Can See Your House From Here. Though similar to that version, Sanchez and McBride infuse their unique musical personalities into a piece that may even become a standard in its own right. Metheny occupies an interesting position in the pantheon of popular jazz artists: while he has made records with accessible melodies and textures that approach so-called smooth jazz, he's also collaborated with avant-garde icons like Ornette Coleman and Derek Bailey. Day Trip makes a strong case for this musical omnivore.
(1970 | 1986 Castle CD)
Much talk about the (2009) Hi-Res remasters of early Sabbath albums on Qobuz and elsewhere. I've yet to download or try any of them (yet) but more than happy listening to their early Castle Label [CD] releases, great SQ and impact. If the DR values are to be believed they are just about the equal of the 70s original vinyl.
A bit mainstream - the remastered issue from c.2/3 years back on vinyl. Not a click or crackle and playing loud - very powerful stuff. Repro is very good.
This morning at breakfast, nice music in the background...
Goldfrapp - Black Cherry.
As an unelected member of the Alison fan club, playing this one at the mo' , (if that's permitted). 
Also during breakfast - with some real nice melodies, it’s not just musak.....
dave marshall posted:
Goldfrapp - Black Cherry.
As an unelected member of the Alison fan club, playing this one at the mo' , (if that's permitted).
Hmm, not sure about this Dave. I think you should perhaps wait and probably pay your subs to Kevin whenever he gets back from cloud 9.
Later in the morning, verdict is still out for me....
In the past I used this number to test speakers, still like it very much....
Later in the day. A bit short, but nice to hear her singing in a different style of music.....
Haim Ronen posted:Gabriel Faure: Barcarolles
One barcarolle was enough for Chopin, but Fauré turned out 13. While some might expect that 13 stylized Venetian gondolier songs would be a bit much to listen to all in a row, pianist Delphine Bardin's sensitive performances let them slide by as easily as a gondola. With her superlative technique, subtle tone, and graceful legato, Bardin's got the right equipment for the job, and with her flowing tempos, nuanced balances, and elegant interpretations, she's clearly got the right soul as well. Nor is she dismayed by having to perform 13 similarly styled pieces anymore than, say, Arrau, at having to perform 21 of Chopin's nocturnes, and she finds depths and, more importantly, differences in the pieces that make for a very relaxing but very, very beautiful recital. Captured by Alpha Productions in richly detailed and vivid sound, this disc should be heard by anyone who admires Fauré. (AllMUsic)
This one is also on my list of favorite piano music. A good call out....
dave marshall posted:
Gary Clark Jr. Blak And Blu.
Gary's debut album, which I seem not to have played for a while ................ quite LOUD ..................... spot on!
He has a couple of albums before this Dave. This was the first for a major label. Reminds me to dig out my copies of the earlier albums.
Probably my favourite Van album, wonderful from start to finish.
ewemon posted:dave marshall posted:
Gary Clark Jr. Blak And Blu.
Gary's debut album, which I seem not to have played for a while ................ quite LOUD ..................... spot on!
He has a couple of albums before this Dave. This was the first for a major label. Reminds me to dig out my copies of the earlier albums.
Hi Ewen,
Are his earlier albums available anywhere? I've previously looked, but not been able to find them.
By the way, check out my earlier post "Blake Mills - Heigh Ho".
If you're not already aware of this one, give it a listen on yon Tidal thingy.
Not the most immediately accessible album, but perseverance will pay off, and for me, the penny finally dropped, and it's a regular listen here.
I've tried to whip up enthusiasm for this one in the past, to no avail ......... maybe it's me! 
Browsing the Naim App using ‘A’ Artists gave inspiration to play 4 amazing guitarists named Albert. A few tracks from each of these 4 albums went down very well.
Albert King - I’ll play the blues for you
Albert Collins - Live
Albert Lee - Like This
Albert Cummings - Working Man
