by Bman | Dec 18, 2025 | Uncategorized
I just had the opportunity to review the most recent release, Storybook: The Music of Mark Miller, by The Birdland Big Band and it’s rich. Opening with title track, Storybook, an orchestral piece, Chris Smith holds a tight rein on the beat on drums with...
by Bman | Dec 17, 2025 | Uncategorized
I just had the opportunity to review the most recent release, For The Record, by Pete Mills and it swings. Opening with title track, For The Record, Pete Mills on Tenor sax, Jon Eshelman on B3, Tom Davis on guitar and Zach Compston on drums get things moving....
by Bman | Dec 15, 2025 | Uncategorized
I just had the opportunity to review the most recent release, The Blues Is In The House, by Robbin Kapsalis and it’s solid Chicago. Opening with title track, The Blues Is In The House, Giles Robson leads off with some classic harmonica and the deep rooted...
by bmansbr | Dec 11, 2025 | Uncategorized
My name is Robert Eaton who lived at 1101 Roache Street, Indianapolis, Indiana. 1964 – 1967 I played with LC Bates Blues/Jazz Band Indianapolis Indiana. I was the Tenor Saxophone player with Lester Spells on organ (if I remember correctly). We performed at...
by bmansbr | Dec 11, 2025 | Uncategorized
He's been busking in the NYC subway. When you hear someone special (not a poser) you stop. I stopped. I'd love to have his contact information to see him live.
by Bman | Dec 10, 2025 | Uncategorized
I just had the opportunity to review the most recent release, Tequila & Bullets, from Jay Hooks and it’s a potent blues rocker. Opening with hard driver, Evinrude Boat Motor, Jay Hooks leads the way with fiery rhythm guitar and rugged vocals. With Matt...