clifford_thornton

Bueller...? Bueller...?

slap an obi around some terrible art and it instantly becomes collector-worthy... it's certainly been done in the past!

Certainly I've disagreed with others on whether or not someone is a good musician... that's hardly something to get bent out of shape about. For example, I thought certain board members were (are) insane for not appreciating Jemeel Moondoc's brilliance, but it's not like I'm going to change anybody's mind at this point, nor they me. Remler's Concord studio dates leave me a bit underwhelmed but I did like hearing the live stuff that Resonance put out. It's not her per se, but the mastering and the polished nature of the groups' sound.

Nice. I have that as a Japanese DIW of the Bird Notes original. Interesting record, though the Debut/Fontana sides are, for me, where things really get going.

yes, somewhat, but it depends. I certainly see a lot of "meh" new LP designs in the bins as well. International Anthem have some of the best, though not all of the records themselves are my cuppa.

Outside design can really add up cost-wise, and the number of people buying physical new release jazz CDs in 2025 is probably fairly small.

they definitely do not want to pay for artwork. That's the number one reason.

I have no bun in that fight, and opinions are like assholes -- everybody has one. Allen and Remler don't make the same kind of music in any way, shape, or form, so "leagues" are pointless to get into.

it was a bit heteronormative for me. That's all. NAGL. All Smiles is a strong record; the cover never did anything for me either way.

I remember that interaction, yes. Those CDs hold up and I very much dug seeing the band live (that actually goes for a number of recent/current ECM artists). Changes at ECM did send a number of artists to Intakt, which is interesting as well. I can't really speak to the details as I don't know all the facts, but the migration is true. Steeplechase covers are completely boring and art direction never was their strong suit, though of course they've released a TON of great music. I certainly don't feel like we are in an age of great album covers to be quite honest, but that's probably food for another thread... album art from the 21st century that doesn't suck!

I really can no longer abide by their cover art and fonts. I feel the same way about Intakt. This isn't about the music... the releases just don't look appealing to me.

oh, for sure. I am of mixed feelings about deleting posts/content. Sometimes, sure, there's shit that is just trolling and needs to go. But there's also loads of information that can fall between the cracks and get lost, especially if an account is closed. Then again, the internet is an extremely fragile place and we're losing content all the time, way more than a wayback machine can keep up with... so maybe it's best to just assume all of our statements, crazy as they might be, will disappear in due course.

The above is from Allen (hopefully it can just stand as it is). I missed the entire Remler thing.

Yep

Forthcoming/soon on Autonomedia: https://autonomedia.org/product/black-mystery-school-pianists-and-other-writings-by-matthew-shipp/ Some of these pieces I've read/seen, others are new to me and probably will be to you as well. Looking quite forward to it! The cover photo of a young Matt is something else.

Ah, gotcha.

Works for me. I too miss paul secor & am sad to see Soulpope go, but these things do happen. aloc, chewy, MG... all enjoyable presences here who I hope are well (as well) Hopefully we can all work to be less hot-under-the-collar on the internet. As I mentioned upthread, it's happened to me before too and I get it. Just not worth it imo. would be cool if Allen Lowe came back also.

Yeah, Juma has played it recently with AMS and announced the title, so now I know! I found the recording and it is of course unissued but also includes "Greensleeves" and is probably from the VV.

Good point -- I've certainly (accidentally) rubbed some non-English native speakers the wrong way on here before. All of it based in sarcasm and bullshitting but one person's bs is face value for another.

It's too bad when members feel they cannot post here because of certain interactions/dynamics, and it does happen from time to time. Hell, I almost split like 18 years ago (similar issues with a couple of board members) but am glad I stayed (and matured). The community is hella weird but a lifeline in a lot of ways. And compared to another music board I was on, far fewer assholes here than elsewhere.

glad you got to see those concerts! I still have fond memories of listening to the music and writing the notes. The CDs are boxed up in storage (one of these days I'll finish unpacking it all). $18 does seem high for a download, but if you buy it on a BC Friday (first Friday of every month), all of the money will go to James.

There's a street called Crispell over near Olive Bridge. Always wondered if that was related to her family. Will try to make the concert.

nope!

This Cherry/Lacy set from '65 is beautiful. Thanks for posting. I've heard some of the DC Atlantic but not the Lacy side.

good to know. I have a couple copies of the Incus solo (one with an Alan Davie print tipped into the cover), as well as the Jazz & NOW album (half solo, half duo with Fred van Hove).