Tag: jazz

I like this album. I’ve owned the album twice. Read about it here. It turns 50 today.

Herbie Hancock on Kind of Blue:

Here’s a record that I could recommend to anyone–from any country, of any age. If you want to hear the spirit of jazz, listen to Kind of Blue.

Good call Herbie. Want to become a Jazz Cat?? Check it out Amazon and in iTunes.

(h/t Justin Taylor)

Here’s a couple of vids:

Continue reading “Miles Davis | Kind of Blue – 50th Anniversary”

Just discovered the website of a class mate from bible school. Richard Maegraith is one very cool jazz cat! He’s got an album launch at the basement in June.

Check out the YouTube vid below of Caravan by Duke Ellington performed by Orghan-um Trio featuring Richard Maegraith – tenor, Gary Daley – organ and Jamie Castrisos – drums.

Continue reading “Caravan – Duke Ellington”