John B Posted October 25, 2004 Report Share Posted October 25, 2004 I'm not sure I need to hear a remix album of Abdullah Ibrahim. At least not until I've exhausted the rest of his discography. I bought a cheap copy of Ekapa Lodumo off of half.com. I really love this album. It is a live date with the GDR big band and well worth grabbing. I'm appreciating his work more with every album I hear. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John B Posted November 2, 2004 Report Share Posted November 2, 2004 I recently picked up inexpensive used copies of African Sun and Voice of Africa and they are fantastic! I highly recond Ubu's recommendation of these discs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John B Posted November 4, 2004 Report Share Posted November 4, 2004 (edited) on the other hand, I also picked up a cheap used copy of Knysna Blue, and it is a bizarre album. AMG describes it as a solo disc, recorded upon his first return to South Africa. That is a bit deceptive, as, yes, it is technically a solo disc, but not just Ibrahim on piano. Ibrahim sings, chants, programs an annoying drum machine, plays horns and bass, etc... This would have benefited from a real band and, imo, less vocals. Not recommended as an essential Ibrahim disc. Edited November 4, 2004 by John B Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John B Posted December 2, 2004 Report Share Posted December 2, 2004 (edited) Bringing this thread back up for some air. I finally had a chance to listen to Mindif. What a beautiful album! This might be my favorite Ibrahim disc so far. Edited December 2, 2004 by John B Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phil Meloy Posted December 2, 2004 Report Share Posted December 2, 2004 (edited) Could anyone please tell what's the difference between the Jazz Colours release of "Anatomy of a South African Vilage" and the earlier Black Lion release if any. Both are available from Amazon. Edited December 2, 2004 by Phil Meloy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tjobbe Posted January 11, 2005 Report Share Posted January 11, 2005 Hi Phil, I would assume they are the same as they are both sold by Deutsche Austrophon here in Germany (I bought some Ben Webster from that Jazz Colours series) DA homepage I bought the Ibrahim too, but haven't played it yet. They are availble here at www.jpc.de for 5€ each (39 titles in total) Cheers, Tjobbe Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mjzee Posted January 12, 2005 Report Share Posted January 12, 2005 Whew!! I'm glad you guys are just talking about some CDs. Whenever I see a topic like this resurface, I get scared that the guy's dying. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tjobbe Posted January 12, 2005 Report Share Posted January 12, 2005 Phil, the Dollar Brand session on the Jazz Colours CD is one Live from Copenhagen Jazzhus MOntmartre 30.02.1965 as per the booklet. As Allmusic lists the same recording date for the Black Lion one, I would rate 99,99% probability that this Series is simply a low budget release from old OOP Black Lion records....(which automatically makes me eager to look at other sessions ...) Cheers, Tjobbe Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
danasgoodstuff Posted January 12, 2005 Report Share Posted January 12, 2005 Ive got: duets w/ Gato B duets w/ Archie S duets w/ Buddy T (!) (yes I used to have a sax & piano duets fixation) Water From an Ancient Well and some early trio record the title of which I can't remember I think I should get some more... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phil Meloy Posted January 19, 2005 Report Share Posted January 19, 2005 Phil, the Dollar Brand session on the Jazz Colours CD is one Live from Copenhagen Jazzhus MOntmartre 30.02.1965 as per the booklet. As Allmusic lists the same recording date for the Black Lion one, I would rate 99,99% probability that this Series is simply a low budget release from old OOP Black Lion records....(which automatically makes me eager to look at other sessions ...) Cheers, Tjobbe Thanks - Tjobbe. In addition to the Dollar Brand disc I also picked a nice Dudu Pukwana Jazz Colours release called "Ubagile" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tjobbe Posted January 19, 2005 Report Share Posted January 19, 2005 what a surprise you've chosen this Phil B-) ...guess what disc I'm waiting for that currently is somewhere on its way to my inbox with DHL Cheers, Tjobbe Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest che Posted March 22, 2005 Report Share Posted March 22, 2005 Just booked to see his Trio in June anyone seen the group live recently? Che. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John B Posted May 2, 2005 Report Share Posted May 2, 2005 (edited) up for some air. Harvard's WHRB is starting their Spring orgies again, and one of them will be on Abdullah Ibrahim. Schedule here and webcast link here. Edited May 2, 2005 by John B Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clifford_thornton Posted May 3, 2005 Report Share Posted May 3, 2005 Man, every time I look at an artist thread, I'm afraid somebody has died. Thank goodness Abdullah-Brand is still with us! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sidewinder Posted May 31, 2005 Report Share Posted May 31, 2005 (edited) Up again for this thread in recognition of Abdullah Ibrahim's magnificent performance last night with his trio at Bath. Somehow his work has always passed me by - I think the only one of his LPs I've got is the very early Fontana with the Marte Roling sleeve art. Anyway, with his current trio he is playing superbly well in the manner of a great 'old master'. Beautiful and sensitive playing - catch them while you can ! Edited May 31, 2005 by sidewinder Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A Lark Ascending Posted May 31, 2005 Report Share Posted May 31, 2005 I loved Ibrahim's performance with one of the German radio orchestras at Cheltenham a few years back. But I found this one hard to concentrate on. I don't think it was the music - certainly the audience at the Pavillion went wild. I suspect I was suffering listening fatigue after two+ days of concerts; and though I understand why they rearranged the seating to get in everyone who wanted to hear the trio, it made it very uncomfortable. Crushed and very, very hot. I'm not sure I care for the daisy chain of tunes played without a break for an hour either. No chance to draw breath between tunes or have the chance to let off steam by clapping etc. Clearly a masterful performance - low key, quite serene. But for some reason it didn't really touch me. My fault I'm sure. [The rest of the weekend was a scream...some fantastic unknowns from across the Channel!] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bright Moments Posted November 20, 2006 Report Share Posted November 20, 2006 i am surprised that no one has mentioned this excellent cd: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Neal Pomea Posted November 20, 2006 Report Share Posted November 20, 2006 This is one of my all time favorite jazz albums. I rate it that highly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mandrill Posted November 20, 2006 Report Share Posted November 20, 2006 A few recommendations from a proud owner of 30+ of Abdullah Ibrahim albums. Banyana- The Children Of Africa with its majestic Ishmael. Good News From Africa- duet with Johnny Dyani - both albums on Enja. Anything from his band Ekaya (unfortunately their best self-titled album is out of print). From his recent albums- Yarona & African Magic are both great piano trio albums- again on Enja. Also there is a video aptly titled "A Brother With Perfect Timing" that offers a great insight into his music. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ep1str0phy Posted November 20, 2006 Report Share Posted November 20, 2006 Banyana and Good News From Africa are awesome. Ibrahim is always at his best with hefty bassists... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fent99 Posted November 20, 2006 Report Share Posted November 20, 2006 (edited) Saw him last week, solo at the London Jazz fest, and as ever mesmerising and transcendent. Must get a recent album, African Magic the best of the recent sets? Would love to hear a trio/solo live set like I heard since there is a lot in the hour long performance I'd like to revisit Edited November 20, 2006 by fent99 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alexander Hawkins Posted November 20, 2006 Report Share Posted November 20, 2006 The stuff the kills me - the tunes with Kippie Moeketse. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
king ubu Posted November 20, 2006 Report Share Posted November 20, 2006 Colin, "Yarona" is my favourite, but then it's 10 years old already - a magnificient live recording with a slightly more intervening trio than he leads now (the youngsters he has now are merely supporting, and alas a bit boring, I think). Good to hear Ibrahim is still in good form, though! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fent99 Posted November 20, 2006 Report Share Posted November 20, 2006 Colin, "Yarona" is my favourite, but then it's 10 years old already - a magnificient live recording with a slightly more intervening trio than he leads now (the youngsters he has now are merely supporting, and alas a bit boring, I think). Good to hear Ibrahim is still in good form, though! Still as majesterial as ever. Good to hear from you ubu! I'll look out for that one thanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
six string Posted August 31, 2007 Report Share Posted August 31, 2007 My favorite is called "Ekaya" - I wish it were out on Cd! I listened to this one last night (lp) for the first time in quite a while and enjoyed it more than I ever have before. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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