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Charles Lloyd The Blessing

The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy; I came so that they would have life, and have it abundantly. John 10:10

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2014 (CD release ads) - Charles Lloyd - Manhattan Stories (1965) - Resonance Records

Charles Lloyd (ts,fl), Gabor Szabo (g), Ron Carter (b), Pete LaRoca (dr)

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Booker's Garden - Charles Lloyd

Charles Lloyd - Flute

Jason Moran - Piano

Larry Grenadier - Bass

Brian Blade - Drums

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The Brilliance of Keith Jarrett: A Jazz Legend

Introduction: Keith Jarrett is a name synonymous with virtuosity, innovation, and boundless creativity in the world of jazz. Born seventy-nine years ago today on May 8, 1945, in Allentown, Pennsylvania, Jarrett’s musical journey began at a young age. His prodigious talent was evident early on, and he quickly established himself as a gifted pianist and composer. Early Career and Formation of the…

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Wayne Shorter Dies at 89

- “It’s time to go get a new body and come back to continue the mission,” jazz great reportedly says

Wayne Shorter, the saxophonist and band leader who most famously played with Miles Davis and Weather Report, has died at 89.

No cause was given in a Facebook post that said Shorter died at 4 a.m. local time March 2.

“Wayne Shorter peacefully continued on his immense journey into the unknown,” the post said. “He was surrounded by loving family. In his words, ‘It’s time to go get a new body and come back to continue the mission.’”

Shorter got his start in the late 1950s in Art Blakey’s Jazz Messengers. The following decade was spent as a key member of the band now known as Miles Davis’ Second Great Quintet. The saxophonist would later co-found Weather Report and record more than 20 albums under his own name.

“Goodbye to a giant,” Spyro Gyra said on social media.

Charles Lloyd was a student at USC when he met the man he called “the maestro.” Thus began a lifetime of professional collaboration and personal friendship.

“Wayne elevated the art form of sound as only he could,” Lloyd wrote on social media. “I loved him straight through - he was a deep spirit on a human journey and he blessed the planet, all of the solar systems and beyond.”

Al Di Meola recalled touring with Weather Report in 1978 and said he spent the time after every show talking with Shorter backstage.

“(I) could never tell if Wayne was talking some deep shit or some spaced-out genius stuff,” the guitarist said. “Anyway, he spoke often like he played - in short bursts. One of the God-like giants leaves us. Thanks for the legacy, Wayne.”

Vocalist Dee Dee Bridgewater called Shorter “one of the greats,” whose kindness and generosity matched his talent. The jazz world, she said, feels the loss.

“We are in mourning,” Bridgewater said.

As a session player, Shorter would cross over into rock with a jazz bent, playing on recordings by Steely Dan, Joni Mitchell and others.

“He took the horn to places other saxophonists weren’t even imagining it could go,” Vernon Reid said. “Wayne liberated it from the shadows of Bird (Charlie Parker) and Trane (John Coltrane).”

3/2/23

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The Song My Lady Sings', Molde Jazz Festival 1966, performed by the legendary Charles Lloyd Quartet, with

Charles Lloyd - ts Keith Jarrett - p Cecil McBee - b Jack DeJohnette - dr

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Top Albums of 2024

It’s time for one of my end-of-the-year traditions where I look back on my favorite records released this past year. 2024 has been quite a year for me regarding concerts. I have not been to this many shows since college, and I made every second count. It’s never easy narrowing down some of my favorite highlights, so here we go.

I flew up to Maine to see Judas Priest back in April. 50 years and 19 albums later, Judas Priest has not slowed down its heavy metal velocity at all. At the young age of 73, Rob Halford can still wail like a menacing banshee. In August, I went on another adventure out to Montana to see grunge legends, Pearl Jam. It was one of the best homecomings that I have attended. People of all ages were packed inside Washington-Grizzly Stadium singing along to every song Pearl Jam played, including the most recent hits. Eddie Vedder is still a classy, down-to-earth front man, who told us amusing anecdotes in between some tracks. I celebrated Halloween earlier than usual and caught L.A. punk rockers, X, on their farewell tour at Iron City. Of course, I wore a costume to this show, and I decided to dress up as Liam Gallagher of Oasis. After this punk rock jamboree, John Doe, X's co-founder, stayed on the floor and conversed with some fans. When I briefly met him, he studied my costume. Once I clarified that I am Liam Gallagher, he noddingly approved of my creativity. Speaking of Liam Gallagher, a major purchase of mine was successfully completed. By the bare skin of my teeth, I got tickets to see Oasis live in both Edinburgh, Scotland and East Rutherford, New Jersey next summer. Liam and Noel, I am expecting you boys to behave and get along so that I can see you live from across the pond at Murrayfield Stadium and in my home country at MetLife Stadium. Please keep that hatchet buried and let bygones be bygone. In the wise words of you, Noel Gallagher, don’t look back in anger. Amidst all the shows that I attended, I also want to tip my hat to Gojira for performing “Mea Culpa (Ah! Ça ira!)” as a part of the Olympics opening ceremony in Paris, France. Well, 2024 will be a tough year to top when it comes to concert attendance.

Here are my top ten albums of 2024:

1. Brat by Charli XCX

*This selection also includes Brat and It's Completely Different but Also Still Brat.

2. Manning Fireworks by MJ Lenderman

3. You Won’t Go Before You’re Supposed To by Knocked Loose

4. Prelude to Ecstasy by The Last Dinner Party

5. Only God Was Above Us by Vampire Weekend

6. Where’s My Utopia? by Yard Act

7. A Dream Is All We Know by The Lemon Twigs

8. The Collective by Kim Gordon

9. Romance by Fontaines D.C.

10. The Thief Next to Jesus by Ka

Here are my honorable mentions:

- The Sky Will Still Be There Tomorrow by Charles Lloyd

- Britpop by A.G. Cook

- Absolute Elsewhere by Blood Incantation

- Diamond Jubilee by Cindy Lee

- Songs of a Lost World by The Cure

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Charles Lloyd, 1974.

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1969 - Charles Lloyd - Fillmore Auditorium

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charles lloyd ft. bill frisell and thomas morgan -- ay amor (pseudo video)

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Unveiling the Brilliance of George Coleman: A Jazz Icon

Introduction: George Coleman, a legendary saxophonist and composer, has left an indelible mark on the world of jazz. With a career spanning over six decades, Coleman’s innovative approach to music and his virtuosic saxophone playing have earned him a place among the jazz greats. Early Life and Career Beginnings: Born eighty-nine years ago today on March 8, 1935, in Memphis, Tennessee, Coleman…

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