Poogie Bell: Poogie on Shuffle (2009)

This cd is for the real Poogie Bell fans and music fans all over the world! The musicains here are some of the best in world. Only 100 copies of this CD were made!

Personnel: Roberta Flack, David Sanborn, Kenny Garrett, Wallace Roney, Gerald Albright, Ron Cater, Marcus Miller, Maceo Parker, Poogie Bell, Hiram Bullock, Dean Brown, Patches Stewart, Vincent Henry, Bruce Flowers, Bobby Sparks, Keith Anderson, Rashard Barnes, Chris Parker, Dwayne Dolphin, Jeremy Mcdonald, Casey Benjamin, Josh Rosemen, Tony Depaolis, Gene Stovale, Sonji Woodward, Chris Hemingway, Andre Smith, Asa Livingston.

Playing and singing everything from funk, jazz, rock, R&b. Poogie on Shuffle is just what it means!

Tracklist:

01. Miss Alice 4:05

02. Brother J 4:47
03. Love Vibe 4:39
04. Sunshine 3:16
05. Sara Knows All 4:48
06. Joburgh 4:31
07. So! ?3:57
08. Kendras Blues 5:57
09. Forte Green 5:40
10. Brazillian Thing 4:47
11. Yaki Soba 5:59
Poogie On Shuffle
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Jeff “Tain” Watts Quintet: Detained at the Blue Note (2004)

Drummer Jeff "Tain" Watts leads his quintet plus guest altoist Kenny Garrett through extended versions of four of his originals (all of which he had recorded previously in the studio) plus Bjцrk's "107 Steps." While "107 Steps" and "JC Is the Man" (which is more Thelonious Monk than John Coltrane) are fine, it is not until Garrett makes his first appearance on "Mr. JJ" (which is more Coltrane than J.J. Johnson) that this set really explodes. Garrett's passion inspires Watts during their midsong duet and adds a great deal of energy during the three songs on which he appears, completely stealing the show. Watts takes a surprise vocal on "Like the Rose" and plays with intensity throughout the performance, but it is Kenny Garrett who makes the music something special; it is a pity that he is not on the first two numbers. ~ Scott Yanow

Tracklist
1. 107 Steps – Jeff “Tain” Watts, Bjork 13:47
2. JC Is the Man 10:56
3. Mr. JJ 11:54
4. Sigmund Groid 19:03
5. Like the Rose 15:10
Personel
Jeff “Tain” Watts – drums;
Kenny Garrett – alto saxophone;
Dave Kikoski – piano;
Eric Revis – bass;
David Gilmor – guitar;
Marcus Strickland – tenor saxophone
Detained at the Blue Note
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Kenny Garrett: Simply Said (1999)

There's no denying that Kenny Garrett is a tremendous saxophonist, whether on alto or the much less manageable sopranino and soprano. But Garrett established this fact long before this odd mix of tunes. His Triology was a sophisticated, intricate pianoless trio date, and Pursuance was a moving, apt tribute to John Coltrane. So Simply Said isn't about Garrett's talent, and that's too bad. The music's consistently mired in what seems confusion. Does the saxophonist want to be considered an ace smooth-jazzer? Too often, there's only the acoustic band setting--with pianists Shedrick Mitchell or Mulgrew Miller, drummers Chris Dave or Jeff Watts, and even Pat Metheny--to set this apart from synth-enhanced pop jazz. If Garrett envisions this as his smooth jazz record, it's entirely stronger than most music in that genre. But if it's to be considered in light of Garrett's other work, it's a distinct disappointment. The melodies are too simply stated to be memorable, the saxophones too thin and their phrases not even dented with the convolutions Garrett's earlier work hints at. If it's the burning, creative Garrett you're after, this recording is probably going to be a bummer for you. But if you're wondering what this Kenny "G" can add to the smooth mix, then the good truth is Simply Said here. --Andrew Bartlett

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Kenny Garrett: Happy People (2002)

With coproducer Marcus Miller thumping his bass on the first track on the 11-song disc, "Song for DiFang," Happy People starts off like it could be the first great contemporary jazz album of the millennium. But by the time the album ends with the Coltrane-ish tribute to saxophonist Billy Harper, "Brother B. Harper," it's obvious that this album is destined for best-of-the-year lists from hardcore beboppers and world-music lovers alike. Recorded during the week of September 11, 2001, Garrett has assembled a group of melodies nearly as haunting as some of the images from that period. The core band of bassist Charnett Moffett, former smooth-jazz pianist Vernell Brown Jr., hip-hop drummer Chris Dave, and the special guests weave a unique tapestry of songs rooted in China, Japan, and Korea, but with jazz sensibilities and pop overtones. The kudos abound here, from Garrett's soul-searching sax playing and emotional compositions to those who deliver powerful solos, including veteran vibes master Bobby Hutcherson, guitar wiz Randy Razz, and wordless vocalist Jean Norris. --Mark Ruffin

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Kenny Garrett: Pursuance - The Music of John Coltrane (1996)

Pursuance: Music Of John Coltrane is Kenny Garrett's tribute to John Coltrane. Working with musicians like Pat Metheny, Brian Blade, and Rodney Whitaker, Garrett creates a loving tribute, one that is respectful to Coltrane's legacy but one that doesn't mimic his sound. It's a moving record that reveals more layers every time you listen to it.

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Miles Davis: Munich Concert (2005) mp3 @ 320K [3 cd]

Outstanding three CD set featuring the entire July 1988 15 song performance at the Munich Philharmonic Concert Hall plus a blistering 35 minute version of 'Call It Anything' taken from his1970 Isle Of Wight Festival show. The Munich concert features able assistance from Kenny Garrett, Bobby Irving, Adam Holzman and Joseph McCreary amongst others while the Isle Of Wight track features Chick Corea, Keith Jarrett, Dave Holland and Jack DeJohnette. Songs include 'Perfect Way', 'Tutu', 'Time After Time' and more.

Disc 1

1.Perfect Way

2.Human Nature
3.Titu
4.Splatch
5.Heavy Metal Prelude
6.Heavy Metal
Disc 2

7.Don't Stop Me Now
8.Carnival Time
9.Tomaas
10.New Blues
11.Portia
Disc 3

12.Hannibal
13.Code M.d.
14.Jean Pierre
15.Time After
16.Call It Anything ( Bonus Track)

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