Saturday, May 31, 2014

Queen Latifah - "Lush Life" - Full Version

Yes sir, she is a Queen.  I'd heard Queen Latifah sing before, but never like this.  All I can say is wow.



Puts a smile on my face, and I hope yours too.




Charles Brown - Black Night

Y'all know I got the blues so bad. Woke up at about 3:00 am this morning, saw this in my twitter feed and I had to hear this song.

Fits the mood.






Friday, May 30, 2014

Get On Up Official Trailer (2014) James Brown Biopic HD

I am so looking forward to this movie. James Brown was the man, and I hope they tell his story. Dude was definitely larger than life.




In A Silent Way - Miles Davis [FULL ALBUM] [HQ]

Just reading about Miles Davis Way being Unveiled in New York @ www.milesdavis.com.

 Check Miles out, then click on the this link to buy the mp3s. >>>  In A Silent Way


Thursday, May 29, 2014

NPR Offers Up a Wonderful Blue Note History Play List

In a post to their Blog Supereme, NPR gives a wonderful play list.

The post is titled Take 75: Great Solos in Blue Note Records History, and is by Tom Moon and Patrick Jarenwattananon

Check out the Sotify Playlist below.


Monday, May 26, 2014

R.I.P. Herb Jeffries - 1950

Singer Herbert Jeffries, Herbert "Herb" Jeffries, born Umberto Alexander Valentino, was an American jazz and popular singer and actor.

He was Born on September 24, 1911, Detroit, MI and passed away on May 25, 2014.

Film music credits: Two-Gun Man from Harlem.





Thursday, May 22, 2014

Al Jarreau - My Old Friend: Celebrating George Duke

Just wanted to share this video with you. I've always been a fan of Al Jarreau and George Duke, just wanted to let you know about Al's latest project.


KAKI KING - Kelvinator Kelvinator - North Sea Jazz Club Amsterdam 04-13 ...

Here is my new theme song...


Thursday, May 15, 2014

John Lee Hooker Tee Shirt


John Lee Hooker - Stand Up Blues Overdye T-Shirt


John Lee Hooker wails in a stylized 1966 primary colors photo graphic on the front of this premium grey, 100% cotton t-shirt. Presented by and featuring a photograph by legendary rock photographer Jim Marshall, with distressed overdye print and soft, reinforced construction for authentic vintage style and quality, this is a a truly stunning tee for fans of the legendary king of the electric blues.

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