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1970: Ray Charles - The Fantastic 2LP Music » Blues » Rhythm-n-Blues
1970: Ray Charles - The Fantastic 2LP
     Artist: Ray Charles
     Album: The Fantasic 2LP
     Label: Festival
     Year: 1970
     Format, Bit Rate: Mp3 320 Kbps (LP rip)
     Time: 60:57
     Size: 125 Mb






For many years, Atlantic's treatment of Ray Charles' catalog was a disgrace. They had lots of packages like this single album, a grab bag of various '50s and '60s sessions that didn't give the casual listener any real sense of Charles' greatness and infuriated the true fan. This set and many others like it are no longer necessary, since Atlantic issued the deluxe four-volume edition that contained every significant Ray Charles soul and R&B hit. ~ Ron Wynn, All Music Guide
1974: Mel Torme - Live At The Maisonette Music, Vocal Jazz
1974: Mel Torme - Live At The Maisonette     Artists: Mel Torme (featuring Al Porcino and his orchestra)
     Album: Live At The Maisonette
     Label: Atlantic
     Year: 1974
     Format, Bitrate: Mp3 320 Kbps
     Time: 40:09
     Size: 84,7 Mb


     Recorded more than twelve years after his first live album on Atlantic, Mel Tormé's Live at the Maisonette shows the effects of time on an aging band singer, which isn't always a bad thing. A bit less bouncy and unhinged than at his 1962 Red Hill gig, Tormé is the consummate showman here, inaugurating his fourth season at the Maisonette Room of New York's St. Regis Hotel with a new band (Al Porcino's Orchestra), new arrangements (as usual, by Tormé himself), and a few surprises for the crowd. After jumping in with an up-tempo opener ("Jet Set"), he turns the lights down for "What Are You Doing the Rest of Your Life," cranks the tempo back up for "Mountain Greenery," and indulges in a familiar impersonation of Ella Fitzgerald for "Route 66." After taking a mere 15 minutes to spin through a 17-song (!) medley celebrating the 75th anniversary of George Gershwin's birth (again feting Fitzgerald in the process), Tormé delivers the big surprise of the set, a solid -- yet slightly stodgy -- version of Stevie Wonder's hit "Superstition."
~ John Bush, All Music Guide
1982:Mel Torme And George Shearing - An Evening With George Shearing and Mel Tormé Music, Vocal Jazz
1982:Mel Torme And George Shearing - An Evening With George Shearing and Mel Tormé
     Artists: Mel Torme And George Shearing
     Album: An Evening With George Shearing and Mel Tormé
     Label: Concord Records
     Year: 1982, release: 1993
     Format, Bitrate: Mp3 320 Kbps
     Time: 48:33
     Size: 97,7 Mb
     AMG Rating 1982:Mel Torme And George Shearing - An Evening With George Shearing and Mel Tormé



Pianist George Shearing and singer Mel Tormé would match together perfectly every time they shared the stage; the mutual respect they had for each other was as obvious as the fact that they had very complementary styles. This CD, their first joint recording, is consistently exciting. With bassist Brian Torff making the group a trio, Shearing and Tormé swing hard on such tunes as "All God's Chillun Got Rhythm," "Give Me the Simple Life," "Love," and "Lullaby of Birdland" (which starts off with Shearing singing). In addition, there are a pair of instrumentals including "Manhattan Hoedown," which is a feature for Torff. Tormé's touching rendition of "A Nightingale Sang in Berkeley Square" by itself would be enough reason to acquire this highly enjoyable set.
~ Scott Yanow, All Music Guide

1961:The Gil Evans Orchestra - Into The Hot Music, Contemporary Jazz
1961:The Gil Evans Orchestra - Into The Hot     Artist: The Gil Evans Orchestra
     Album: Into The Hot
     Label: Impulse!
     Year: 1961
     Format, Bit Rate: Mp3 320 Kbps (LP rip)
     Time: 40:59
     Size: 80,2 Mb




     Although this album (reissued on CD) proudly states that it is by the Gil Evans Orchestra and has Evans' picture on the cover, the arranger actually had nothing to do with the music. Three songs have the nucleus of his big band performing numbers composed, arranged, and conducted by John Carisi (who also plays one of the trumpets). Those selections by the composer of "Israel" are disappointingly forgettable. The other three performances are even further away from Evans for they are actually selections by avant-garde pianist Cecil Taylor's septet! Taylor's music features trumpeter Ted Curson, trombonist Roswell Rudd, altoist Jimmy Lyons, tenor saxophonist Archie Shepp, bassist Henry Grimes, and drummer Sunny Murray and is quite adventurous and exciting, the main reason to acquire this somewhat misleading set.
~ Scott Yanow, All Music Guide
1958: Count Basie - Chairman of the Board Swing, Basie Count
1958: Count Basie - Chairman of the Board


     Artist:Count Basie
     Album:Chairman Of The Board
     Label:Roulette Records
     Year:rec.Mar 4, 1958-Dec 11, 1958 / rel.2003
     Format:MP3 @ 320 Kb/s
     Time:48:02
     Size: 105 Mb
     AMG rating:1958: Count Basie - Chairman of the Board

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Although it appeared at a time when Count Basie was enjoying respect from all quarters (as evidenced by the pop acclaim of several Grammy awards and the jazz faithful's enthusiasm for his concert at Newport), Chairman of the Board was, comparatively, a low-profile session. The record was surrounded in Basie's discography by several prize-winners and a parade of studio collaborations -- with vocalists Tony Bennett, Lambert, Hendricks & Ross, and Billy Eckstine, plus arranger Neal Hefti. This 1958 date for Roulette was a rare chance for the orchestra to perform on its own, and listeners to hear how powerful the band could be when its concentration was undiverted. Of course, Basie's band already possessed three fine arrangers (Frank Foster, Thad Jones, and Frank Wess) and at least a dozen solo voices. Each of the ten songs on Chairman of the Board were originals by Foster, Jones, Wess, or Ernie Wilkins, all of them arranged by the composer. The record is admittedly heavy on the blues, but it's a brassy, powerful vision of the blues; Foster's "Blues in Hoss' Flat" and Wilkins' "Kansas City Shout" take the band back to its hometown, beginning with a subtle swing but ending with a raucous display of power from each section. The contributions by Jones and Wess provide a necessary complement to that forceful swing. Jones' "Speaking of Sounds" employs the woodwinds to provide color and texture, while Wess' "Segue in C" relies on bassist Eddie Jones and Basie's piano to lead the band while Wess himself takes several choruses on alto sax. A dynamic date, it shows the "new testament" edition of Basie's orchestra in top form.~ by John Bush, AMG.
1958:Frank Sinatra - Only the Lonely Music, Vocal Jazz
1958:Frank Sinatra - Only the Lonely     Artist: Frank Sinatra
     Album: Only the Lonely
     Label: Capitol Records
     Year: 1958
     Format, Bit Rate: Mp3 320 Kbps
     Time: 59:52
     Size: 102 Mb



     Originally, Frank Sinatra had planned to record Only the Lonely with Gordon Jenkins, who had arranged his previous all-ballads album, Where Are You. Jenkins was unavailable at the time of the sessions, which led Sinatra back to his original arranger at Capitol, Nelson Riddle. The result is arguably his greatest ballads album. Only the Lonely follows the same formula as his previous down albums, but the tone is considerably bleaker and more desperate. Riddle used a larger orchestra for the album than he had in the past, which lent the album a stately, nearly classical atmosphere. At its core, however, the album is a set of brooding saloon songs, highlighted by two of Sinatra's tour de forces — "Angel Eyes" and "One for My Baby." Sinatra never forces emotion out of the lyric, he lets everything flow naturally, with grace. It's a heartbreaking record, the ideal late-night album.
~ Stephen Thomas Erlewine, All Music Guide
2002: Bob Brookmeyer - Get Well Soon Music » Jazz » BeBop » West Coast Jazz
2002: Bob Brookmeyer - Get Well Soon
     Artist: Bob Brookmeyer
     Album: Get Well Soon
     Label: Challenge Records
     Release Date: Jan 20, 2004
     Recording Date: Aug 23, 2002-Aug 25, 2002
     Genre: Post-Bop
     Format, Bit Rate: Mp3 320 Kbps
     Time: 65:37
     Size: 148 Mb
     Rating AMG:2002: Bob Brookmeyer - Get Well Soon

     The strengths of Bob Brookmeyer's writing for large jazz ensembles have been well documented throughout his career. But the New Art Orchestra, which joins him for the third time on this Challenge CD, seems especially in tune to his demanding charts. None of these compositions is easily absorbed by the listener, as it takes time to catch the nuances of each piece. One special guest, trumpeter Till Bronner, was added to the ensemble for this recording.
2001: Aldo Romano - Palatino Chap.3 Music, Jazz, Post-bop
2001: Aldo Romano - Palatino Chap.3     Artist: Aldo Romano
     Album: Palatino Chap.3
     Label: Universal Music
     Year: 2001
     Format, Bit Rate: Mp3 320 Kbps
     Time: 56:00
     Size: 101 Mb

     All four members of the collective calling itself Palatino have often carved out niches that place them just outside popular currents, and this one is no exception. There is a gentle though propulsive quality to the pianoless quartet that relies on the unusual instrumentation of trombone, trumpet, bass, and drums. All the tunes are originals by each of these seasoned bandmembers, except Tadd Dameron's "On a Misty Night." This is the sort of fare that grows on you, the kind that requires close attention to appreciate its nuances. The short lengths of the tunes prevent any meandering, though there is a sameness to some of the pieces as a result of the limited instrumentation. The two horns, trombonist Glenn Ferris and trumpeter Paolo Fresu, are stylistically similar, each offering understated and clearly articulated improvisations -- clean, sparse, and economical. A good example of how good they can sound together comes on Ferris' "Sud-Ouest Jump," taken at a brisk clip with the horns soloing together intimately and intricately, the harmonies tight and crisp. Another winner is Romano's "Sapore di Si Minore" with its nostalgic laid-back ambience, 1950s-like solo from Fresu, and a beautiful muted contribution from the trombonist. Throughout, Romano carefully navigates, never letting the core explode and keeping the focus on an easy delicacy. Bassist Michel Benita plays an important part harmonically, and his short "Juke" gives Romano some breathing space, which complements his solo feature on his own "Drum Strum." The Dameron piece, which closes the album, features some particularly inspired work from Ferris. ~ Steven Loewy, All Music Guide
1973: John Mayall - Moving On Music » Blues » Modern electric blues » Blues-Rock
1973: John Mayall - Moving On
     Artist: John Mayall
     Album: Moving On
     Label: Lemon Records
     Year: 1973
     Format, Bit Rate: Mp3 320 Kbps
     Time: 47:12
     Size: 99,6 Mb





"MOVING ON" is a live album by John Mayall, recorded at the Whiskey A Go Go, Los Angeles on the 10th of July 1972 with the aid of Wally Heider's Mobile Recording Truck. There is a brief introduction of the band by Bill Cosby. For the first time on CD, this album is endorsed by Mayall himself and he has contributed a new interview for the notes describing the making of this seminal work.
1981: The Crusaders - Standing Tall Music, Fusion, Crossover Jazz
1981: The Crusaders - Standing Tall     Artist: The Crusaders
     Album: Standing Tall
     Label: MCA Records
     Year: 1981
     Format, Bit Rate: Mp3 320 Kbps
     Time: 37:01
     Size: 76,5 Mb




     Standing Tall is the 14th album by the jazz group The Crusaders after they changed their name from The Jazz Crusaders, and their 3rd studio album with MCA Records. It features singer Joe Cocker as guest artist on two tracks: the 1981 Grammy-nominated song "I'm So Glad I'm Standing Here Today" and "This Old World's Too Funky For Me".
1976: Lou Rawls - All Things In Time Music, Rhythm-n-Blues, Soul
1976: Lou Rawls - All Things In Time

     Artist: Lou Rawls
     Album: All Things In Time
     Label: The Right Stuff
     Year: 1976
     Format, Bit Rate: Mp3 320 Kbps
     Time: 38:40
     Size: 91,3 Mb

     Lou Rawls's first Gamble & Huff-produced album brings this veteran jazz singer into the R&B mainstream without jettisoning his ties to a big-band musical style. Understated elegance characterizes a production that mixes Count Basie/Joe Williams-influenced pop jazz ("You're the One") with theatrical pop (Bricusse and Newley's "Pure Imagination") and light disco ("You'll Never Find Another Love like Mine"). More sophisticated than most Gamble & Huff projects, All Things in Time shows off Rawls's virile voice to nice effect.
1959:Terry Gibbs Dream Band - One More Time Music, Jazz, Swing
1959:Terry Gibbs Dream Band - One More Time
     Artist: Terry Gibbs Dream Band (Vol.6)
     Album: One More Time
     Label: Contemporary
     Year: 1959
     Format, Bit Rate: Mp3 320 Kbps
     Time: 77:12
     Size: 159 Mb

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In August 2001, Terry Gibbs was digging around in one of the closets of his Los Angeles home when came across about 25 boxes of old reel-to-reel tapes. As it turned out, some of those tapes contained previously unreleased Dream Band recordings of 1959 gigs in Hollywood. So Gibbs contacted Fantasy about the possibility of putting out some of that live material -- which had remained in the vibist/bandleader's private collection for over 40 years -- and the result is Dream Band, Vol. 6: One More Time (a generally excellent CD that Fantasy decided to release on Contemporary). In 1959, Gibbs' Dream Band was exactly that; it boasted the cream of the West Coast crop, and the L.A.-based heavyweights who Gibbs employs on these hard-swinging performances include trumpeter Conte Candoli, pianist Pete Jolly, tenor saxman Bill Perkins, and drummer Mel Lewis. Most of the material is instrumental, although singer Irene Kral has pleasing spots on the standards "Moonlight in Vermont," "Sometimes I'm Happy," and "Lover, Come Back to Me." Thankfully, the sound quality is, by late-'50s/early stereo standards, quite good. So why did recordings of this quality remain in the can for so long? Quite often, musicians will record their live shows, place the tapes in their vaults, and forget about them -- which is obviously what happened with these 1959 recordings. Gibbs had forgotten about them but was pleasantly surprised when he came across the old reel-to-reel tapes in the summer of 2001. Although generally excellent, One More Time falls short of essential; nonetheless, Gibbs' hardcore fans will be thrilled to see these recordings become commercially available after remaining in the can for so long. ~ Alex Henderson, All Music Guide
2000:Bill Watrous Quartet - Live at the Blue Note Music, Jazz
2000:Bill Watrous Quartet - Live at the Blue Note     Artist: Bill Watrous
     Album: Live at the Blue Note
     Label: Half Note Records
     Year: 2000
     Format, Bit Rate: Mp3 320 Kbps
     Time: 68:22
     Size: 141 Mb

     Another in the series of live performances from New York's Blue Note released by Halfnote, this time it's trombonist Bill Watrous and his quartet with Derek Smith, Russell George, and Joe Ascione. Watrous applies his effortless virtuosity and fluid expressive solo style to a program of classic pop and jazz standards, dealing with them in depth and from a variety of rhythmic perspectives. The average running time per track is almost ten minutes, allowing for extensive examination of improvisational opportunities offered by each tune. Watrous gets a warm, rich, buttery sound from the slide instrument. When he needs it, he also has enormous technique producing those fast-tongued notes that contrast with and set off his long flowing lines. He brings both into play on such cuts as "Always," flirting with a bit of tailgating along the way. Watrous has the merited reputation of being one of jazz's more prominent bop-oriented trombonists, as he reminds listeners on Thelonious Monk's "Blue Monk." There's a long, strong piano solo here by Smith and marvelous interplay between Ascione's drums and George's bass in support of creative, freewheeling modern trombone playing by Watrous, which draws an appreciative response from the audience. "I Want to Be Happy" opens with Watrous a cappella, having some fun with a variety of curious sounds coming out of the instrument before leaping into a fast-paced rendition of the melody line with the other members jumping in. This tune is the album's swinger, as everyone moves along helter-skelter, supported by clashing Ascione cymbals, punctuated drum breaks, and staunch basslines by George, producing a rousing coda to an outstanding live performance. Recommended. ~ Dave Nathan, All Music Guide
1967: Stevie Wonder - Someday at Christmas Music, Holiday
1967: Stevie Wonder - Someday at Christmas
     Artist: Stevie Wonder
     Album: Someday at Christmas
     Label: Motown Record Company
     Year: 1967
     Format, Bit Rate: Mp3 320 Kbps
     Time: 37:46
     Size: 77,3 Mb



     The obligatory Stevie Wonder Christmas album is par for the course, with standards like "The Little Drummer Boy" coming off better than the new songs written for the project. ~ William Ruhlmann, All Music Guide
1958:Bob Brookmeyer - Kansas City Revisited Music » Jazz » BeBop » Cool
1958:Bob Brookmeyer - Kansas City Revisited
     Artist:Bob Brookmeyer's KC Seven
     Album: Kansas City Revisited
     Label: United Artists
     Year: 1958
     Format, Bit Rate: Mp3 320 Kbps (LP rip)
     Time: 42:36
     Size: 85:1 Mb

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Happy Birthday Mr.Brookmeyer!!!


Cool jazz meets swing on this valuable but long out-of-print LP. Valve trombonist Bob Brookmeyer, tenors Al Cohn and Paul Quinichette, pianist Nat Pierce, guitarist Jim Hall, bassist Addison Farmer and drummer Osie Johnson perform four songs associated with the late-'30s Count Basie Orchestra plus a couple of numbers ("A Blues" and "Travlin' Light") that are sung by the underrated vocalist Big Miller who was making his recording debut at the time. This memorable set is long overdue to be reissued on CD. ~ Scott Yanow, All Music Guide
1997: Christian McBride, Nicholas Payton & Mark Whitfield - Fingerpainting Music, Jazz
1997: Christian McBride, Nicholas Payton & Mark Whitfield - Fingerpainting     Artist: Christian McBride, Nicholas Payton & Mark Whitfield
     Album: Fingerpainting: The Music of Herbie Hancock
     Label: Verve
     Year: 1997
     Format, Bit Rate: Mp3 320 Kbps
     Time: 66:40
     Size: 104 Mb

     This is a rather unusual tribute to Herbie Hancock on a couple different levels. There is no piano on the date, so obviously no one is heard trying to sound like Hancock; the intimate all-star trio (bassist Christian McBride, trumpeter Nicholas Payton and guitarist Mark Whitfield) avoids such typical Hancock hits as "Watermelon Man" and "Maiden Voyage," and several of the songs are real obscurities. The 14 Hancock compositions date from 1962-79, with one tune from 1985, so they do not cover his later output. Among the lesser-known tunes are the title track (first played by V.S.O.P.), "Sly" (from the Headhunters LP), and two melodies taken from the 1965 soundtrack of Blow-Up. Several of the songs (most notably "Driftin'") deserve to be revived more widely. Payton, whose versatility has in the past allowed him to emulate both Louis Armstrong and Freddie Hubbard with equal skill, here generally plays like himself, a Young Lion with a warm tone and an inventive style. Whitfield holds the group together, whether playing straight-ahead or adding a bit of funk to "Chameleon" and "Sly." McBride shows throughout why he is rightfully considered a young giant. Due to the many unfamiliar themes and offbeat instrumentation (which includes a duet apiece featuring each of the three possible combinations), this is a CD that takes a few listens to fully appreciate, but it is worth the effort. An underrated gem. ~ Scott Yanow, All Music Guide
1986: Albert Collins - Cold Snap Music, Blues

1986: Albert Collins - Cold Snap
     Artist: Albert Collins
     Album: Cold Snap
     Label: Alligator Records
     Format, Bit Rate: Mp3 320 Kbps
     Time: 43:19
     Size: 88,5 Mb





This could be the best of Albert Collins' albums on Alligator. By the time Collins began making records for Pointblank, the funk side of his identity had begun to take over, but on COLD SNAP all the elements are balanced just right. Unlike some blues records, this one isn't held back by unimaginative material, and the killer band pulls particularly inspired performances from Albert, on both vocals and guitar. Icebreakers bassist Johnny B. Gayden and drummer Morris Jennings lay down a solid and varied set of grooves, and the Uptown Horns lend the arrangements shape and color, framing Collins' hip, humorous, dead-on vocals and razor-sharp solos.
1996: Miles Davis - Live Around The World Music » Jazz » Fusion
1996: Miles Davis - Live Around The World     Artist: Miles Davis
     Album: Live Around The World
     Label:Warner Bros / Wea
     Year: 1996
     Format, Bit Rate: Mp3 320 Kbps
     Time: 70:47
     Size: 141 Mb
     AMG Rating: 1996: Miles Davis - Live Around The World


     This single CD gives one a definitive look at Miles Davis' live show from his last three years. Using funky but unpredictable rhythm sections and leaving space for plenty of solos, Davis created a unique brand of fusion that has yet to be satisfactorily duplicated. Among his more notable sidemen during this era are altoist Kenny Garrett, Foley on lead bass (which he used as a lower-toned guitar), one or two keyboardists chosen from Joey DeFrancesco, Adam Holzman, Robert Irving III, Kei Akagi, and John Beasley, various bassists, drummers, and percussionists, and on "Amandla," the tenor of Rick Margitza. Davis is in consistently strong form throughout the numbers, which include "In a Silent Way," "New Blues," "Human Nature," "Tutu," and "Time After Time." Quite often the live versions of these songs are more creative and exciting than the ones previously issued. This highly recommended CD (released in 1996) concludes with one number ("Hannibal") from Davis' final performance; it is not given a date but is most likely from just a few weeks before his death at age 65. No Miles Davis collection is complete without this important set. ~ Scott Yanow, All Music Guide
2004: Maria Schneider Orchestra - Concert In the Garden Music » Jazz » Mainstream
2004: Maria Schneider Orchestra - Concert In the Garden     Artist: Maria Schneider Orchestra
     Album: Concert In the Garden
     Label: ArtistShare
     Year: 2004
     Format, Bit Rate: Mp3 320 Kbps
     Time: 58:15
     Size: 110 Mb

     Concert in the Garden is orchestral jazz great Maria Schneider's proudest achievement and a revelation for fans of big band, as well as jazz subgenres beyond. Though she proved with earlier discs, such as 1994's bright, thoughtful Evanescence, that her ability to transport moods and atmospheres into fully recognizable and deeply meaningful musical whirls was more intricately developed than many current composers, the performances she teases from her musicians throughout Concert in the Garden are an even sturdier testament to a fierce talent. Audible are the skills she developed under the tutelage of Gil Evans: the title track simmers with complexity and evokes grand dramatic themes, though she frames them in frailty courtesy of the graceful intertwinings of accordionist Gary Versace and vocalist Luciana Souza. Souza imparts to-the-bone feeling despite (perhaps because of) a wordless performance. Deposited into the middle of the disc are "Three Romances" -- three separate works bound by a full heart and notable for their lightness and varied Brazilian-flavored harmonies. It is final composition, "Buleria, Solea y Rumba," however, that dazzles most brilliantly. Tenor Donny McCaslin's inspired solo grabs hold in a work limned in fiery flamenco forms, fusing it together until it is a flawless whole. Few who hear this piece will doubt it draws its own oxygen; fewer still will doubt the genius and beauty of its creator. ~ Tammy La Gorce, All Music Guide
Frank Zappa - Roxy & Elsewhere Music » Jazz » Fusion » Jazz-Rock
Frank Zappa - Roxy & Elsewhere    Artist: Frank Zappa
    Album: Roxy & Elsewhere
    Label: Zappa Records
    Year: 1974
    Format, bitrate: MP3, 320 Kbps
    Time: 68:03
    Size: 136 MB (with HQ Scans)

   After his affair with jazz fusion (Waka/Jawaka and The Grand Wazoo, both released in 1972), Frank Zappa came back in late 1973 with an album of simple rock songs, Over-Nite Sensation. But the temptation for more challenging material was not long to resurface and, after a transitional LP (Apostrophe, early 1974), he unleashed a double LP (reissued on one CD) of his most complex music, creating a bridge between his comedy rock stylings and Canterbury-style progressive rock. Three-quarters of the album was recorded live at the Roxy in Hollywood and extensively overdubbed in the studio later. Only three tracks ("Dummy Up," "Son of Orange County," and "More Trouble Every Day"), taken from other concerts, are 100 percent live. The band is comprised of George Duke (keyboards), Tom Fowler (bass), Ruth Underwood (percussion), Bruce Fowler (trombone), Walt Fowler (trumpet), Napoleon Murphy Brock (vocals), and Chester Thompson (drums) — drummer Ralph Humphrey, keyboardist Don Preston, and guitarist Jeff Simmons appear on the non-Roxy material. The sequence "Echidna's Arf (Of You)"/"Don't You Ever Wash That Thing?" stands as Zappa's most difficult rock music and provides quite a showcase for Underwood. Other highlights include "Penguin in Bondage" and "Cheepnis," a horror movie tribute. All the pieces were premiere recordings, except for "More Trouble Every Day" and "Son of Orange County," a revamped, slowed down "Orange County Lumber Truck"/"Oh No." Compared to the man's previous live recordings (Fillmore East, June 1971, Just Another Band From L.A.), this one sounds fantastic, finally providing an accurate image of the musicians' virtuosity. For fans of Zappa's intricate material like "RDNZL," "The Black Page," or "Inca Roads," this album is a must-have.    ~ François Couture

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