Once again I find myself musically transported to the bayou country of South Louisiana, listening to the latest release from Swallow Records. The Corner Post (Le Poteau De Coin), performed by accordionist Kyle Huval and the Dixie Club Ramblers, provides plenty of proof that the musical traditions of the area are being upheld. The group … Continue reading REVIEW: Kyle Huval and the Dixie Club Ramblers – The Corner Post (Le Poteau De Coin)
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In Search Of Singing Cowboys
I was watching an old Western movie the other day, and I got to thinking about how so much of what we think we know about the history of the American West was actually shaped by Hollywood. Of course, they were probably just following the pattern set years earlier by dime-novels, but Hollywood took the … Continue reading In Search Of Singing Cowboys
Wizard Of The Keyboard – Frankie Carle
There have always been certain musicians who possess a distinctive style that might not always be easy to describe, but is recognizable whenever you happen to hear them play or sing. For music lovers from the 1930's to the 1950's and beyond, pianist Frankie Carle - "The Wizard Of The Keyboard" - was one of … Continue reading Wizard Of The Keyboard – Frankie Carle
Vaughn Monroe – aka Old Leather Tonsils
It seems as if there have always been certain singers who at some point in their careers become a target for snickers -- not necessarily because of a lack of talent, but for other reasons. A familiar example is Slim Whitman, who was successful for years in Europe but eventually sold a lot of records … Continue reading Vaughn Monroe – aka Old Leather Tonsils
Sleepin’ In The Country
I recently read a news item about the discovery of a drug that's supposed to eliminate sleepiness and possibly even reverse the effects of sleep deprivation. It's delivered via nasal spray and seems to work pretty well, or at least it does when tested on monkeys. (I wonder how they got the little guys to … Continue reading Sleepin’ In The Country
REVIEW: Ringo Starr – Liverpool 8
Brand new on the Capitol/EMI label, Ringo Starr’s Liverpool 8 is bound to create a few waves - or at least some ripples - because it's not only receiving some extensive promotions, but is also being marketed in a number of ways. Available January 15th, it's being released not only as a CD (or as … Continue reading REVIEW: Ringo Starr – Liverpool 8
Album Of The Year
As the Geezer Music Club enters its third calendar year of existence, it occurred to me that it might be fun to institute something new. Soooo...I thought I'd take a shot at naming our very first Album Of The Year. (With hopefully many more to come.) Having reviewed about a zillion new albums - over … Continue reading Album Of The Year
REVIEW: Hendrik Meurkens – Sambatropolis
About this time last year, I reviewed New York Samba Jazz Quintet, a new release on the Zoho label that starred Hendrik Meurkens on vibes and harmonica. In that review I looked into the musical history of the talented artist, exploring not only his background as an instrumentalist but also how his passion for Brazilian … Continue reading REVIEW: Hendrik Meurkens – Sambatropolis
Artie Shaw’s Funk Paves Way For Tony Pastor
I've been actively listening to big band music for most of my life, beginning with my teen years (when it competed with early rock and roll for my attention) and continuing to the present. Not surprisingly, I've gained some favorites from among the many tunes I've heard again and again. A few of those are … Continue reading Artie Shaw’s Funk Paves Way For Tony Pastor
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