Ronnie Ross

[sidewinder]

Don't have any additional details but of course I will scan the back when it arrives.

With regard to 'Gordon Brown' I was thinking of Cameron's facial resemblence/same uncool haircut as this ministerial 'paragon of prudence':

I digress...

Edited June 11, 2006 by sidewinder

[sidewinder]

By the way Tooter I believe that the correct numbers for the 'Cover Lover' LP are Columbia SCX6116 (stereo), SX6116 (mono). This is a Lansdowne recording.

[tooter]

By the way Tooter I believe that the correct numbers for the 'Cover Lover' LP are Columbia SCX6116 (stereo), SX6116 (mono). This is a Lansdowne recording.

Thanks again, sidewinder - site amended.

[sidewinder]

I am advised that 'Cleopatra's Needle' Japanese Reissue LP is back in stock at Dusty, if anyone is interested ..

[Roger Farbey]

I am advised that 'Cleopatra's Needle' Japanese Reissue LP is back in stock at Dusty, if anyone is interested ..

Do you know if it's a stereo vinyl version or mono? I go caught out by the Japanese (and UK) CD reissue in mono of Tubbs' '100% Proof' so I don't want to get fooled again (as they keep singing on CSI).

[sidewinder]

I am advised that 'Cleopatra's Needle' Japanese Reissue LP is back in stock at Dusty, if anyone is interested ..

Do you know if it's a stereo vinyl version or mono? I go caught out by the Japanese (and UK) CD reissue in mono of Tubbs' '100% Proof' so I don't want to get fooled again (as they keep singing on CSI).

That is a good question ! Several of us Ross-ophiles have ordered the vinyl so if you hear the champagne corks popping in a few weeks time you'll know its the stereo. One would think (hope) that if they've gone to the trouble of putting out vinyl it must be from the original source.

[tooter]

I am advised that 'Cleopatra's Needle' Japanese Reissue LP is back in stock at Dusty, if anyone is interested ..

Do you know if it's a stereo vinyl version or mono? I go caught out by the Japanese (and UK) CD reissue in mono of Tubbs' '100% Proof' so I don't want to get fooled again (as they keep singing on CSI).

That is a good question ! Several of us Ross-ophiles have ordered the vinyl so if you hear the champagne corks popping in a few weeks time you'll know its the stereo. One would think (hope) that if they've gone to the trouble of putting out vinyl it must be from the original source.

I got an immediate "out of stock" notification again though. Did anyone fare better?

[sidewinder]

Nothing received yet but if I get one of those I'll be less than amused..

[couw]

from this site:

Ronnie Ross - 'Cleopatra's Needle'

Recorded in 1968. In original mono.

[Roger Farbey]

from this site:

Ronnie Ross - 'Cleopatra's Needle'

Recorded in 1968. In original mono.

thanks for this - something for the one-eared folk amongst us I fear

[tooter]

Also on eBay "Buy It Now" here

I've now ordered it from another UK supplier.

[sidewinder]

from this site:

Ronnie Ross - 'Cleopatra's Needle'

Recorded in 1968. In original mono.

thanks for this - something for the one-eared folk amongst us I fear

Well, I've just checked the reissue of 'Mexican Green' and it is in original, glorious stereo !

In fact they have done a wonderful job with the facsimile.

Things look promising for the Ross - maybe tooter can confirm when he receives it.

[tooter]

from this site:

Ronnie Ross - 'Cleopatra's Needle'

Recorded in 1968. In original mono.

thanks for this - something for the one-eared folk amongst us I fear

Well, I've just checked the reissue of 'Mexican Green' and it is in original, glorious stereo !

In fact they have done a wonderful job with the facsimile.

Things look promising for the Ross - maybe tooter can confirm when he receives it.

He will but they are taking their time. At least it's "active" now.

[tooter]

Update on the cover picture hunt - got something from eBay on one on my list. As an EP only, I guess there is no real cover. Still looking.

[tooter]

Received "Cleopatra's Needle" LP at last - apparently it was out of stock. Cannot fault this - disc is perfect - sounds fabulous. Costs about $50 - well worth it for any Ross fan and those who wouldn't so describe themselves - yet.

Ronnie said I believe that climbing up the monument to have his picture taken for the album was the most frightening thing he ever did. Doesn't look all that high from the picture on the front, although he is staring up into the sky in a distracted fashion, presumably trying not to look down. The album sold so poorly when first available that Ronnie did his own promotion, I've read somewhere.

[tooter]

A new album acquired on eBay - vinyl - [Cleo Laine wit the Johnny Dankworth Orchestra] the latter playing alto sax under the psuedonym Virgil Nameless on some tracks. Ronnie Ross does not feature much - can be heard playing clarinet backing occasionally but it's a nice album nonetheless with good arrangements and fine singing by Dame (as she is now) Cleo. I can't say the acquistion was at great expense this time - just £0.99!

I already had a picture of one of the issues - [she's the Tops] so the list of covers sought remains at six, as below.

1. 55/1 Leader: Tony Crombie Date: March 31 1955 Venue: London Label: Decca DFE6281, F10514, 10620, F10592, F10637 Album Titles: Annie Ross with Tony Crombie and his Orchestra, Presenting Tony Crombie No. 2 (EP)

2. 55/5 Leader: Cleo Laine Date: December 13 1955 Venue: London Label: Nixa NJE1010, PRT PYL6028 Album Title: Unforgettable Cleo Laine

3. 58/7 Leader: (Melody Maker All Stars) Date: November 1958 Venue: London Label: Pye Nixa NJT518 Album Title: (Melody Maker Jazz Poll 1958/1959)

4. 62/4 Leader: Don Rendell Date: September 6 1962 Venue: London Label: Pye 7NJ 2059 Album Title: The Jazz Stars

5. 78/1 Leader: Arthur Greenslade Date: January 1978 Venue: London Label: Pye NPSL18557 Album Title: George Melly With Orchestra Arranged And Conducted By Arthur Greenslade

6. 89/6 Leader: Chris Smith Dates: November 23 29 1989? Venue: Wembley, London Label: BBC CDTP818 Album Title: Chris Smith And His String Of Pearls Orchestra

[tooter]

Another album has come to light which includes Ronnie Ross in the line-up. I already have a picture of the front cover but wonder if any member has it and could send me a scan of the cover back, and perhaps of the disc sides themselves if any more info on them. There was a copy on sale on eBay but the price went beyond my limit for (for me) such dubious material. It's "Platinum" by Salena Jones , backing band led by Martyn Ford (a name I had never encountered before).

[tooter]

I acquired the EP from eBay for one "album" included in the missing pictures list so I've put a picture of both sides of the disc on our site www.ronnieross.com in view of the lack of a cover.

So the list is now just five:-

(list moved to later post - Oct 11 2006)

Still hoping to get all of them one day but gets more difficult with each success.

Edited October 11, 2006 by tooter

[sidewinder]

Received "Cleopatra's Needle" LP at last - apparently it was out of stock. Cannot fault this - disc is perfect - sounds fabulous. Costs about $50 - well worth it for any Ross fan and those who wouldn't so describe themselves - yet.

Ronnie said I believe that climbing up the monument to have his picture taken for the album was the most frightening thing he ever did. Doesn't look all that high from the picture on the front, although he is staring up into the sky in a distracted fashion, presumably trying not to look down. The album sold so poorly when first available that Ronnie did his own promotion, I've read somewhere.

Is the Japanese Fontana in stereo, Tooter?

[tooter]

Received "Cleopatra's Needle" LP at last - apparently it was out of stock. Cannot fault this - disc is perfect - sounds fabulous. Costs about $50 - well worth it for any Ross fan and those who wouldn't so describe themselves - yet.

Ronnie said I believe that climbing up the monument to have his picture taken for the album was the most frightening thing he ever did. Doesn't look all that high from the picture on the front, although he is staring up into the sky in a distracted fashion, presumably trying not to look down. The album sold so poorly when first available that Ronnie did his own promotion, I've read somewhere.

Is the Japanese Fontana in stereo, Tooter?

Yes, it is. Listening again now.

[tooter]

A correction to my list of album cover pictures still missing. The George Melly one is, I've discovered, called "Melly Sings Hoagy". I found a partial picture on eBay but no luck trying to locate a complete cover. I've only got seven tracks listed but I did find a reference to there being twelve - not sure if this is right. I might be forced to buy it in the end perhaps but would sooner avoid this if I can, not being a Melly fan.

List above amended.

Edited October 9, 2006 by tooter

[tooter]

I now have the single 45rpm of "The Jazz Stars", albeit in a bit of a state but it has yielded the info I wanted. No cover so once again a picture of the discs will have to suffice.

[tooter]

List of those entries in the Ronnie Ross Jazz Discography for which I have no picture at all is therefore down to four. If anybody knows where I can get a relevant inage from, please let me know.

1. 55/1 Leader: Tony Crombie Date: March 31 1955 Venue: London Label: Decca DFE6281, F10514, 10620, F10592, F10637 Album Titles: Annie Ross with Tony Crombie and his Orchestra, Presenting Tony Crombie No. 2 (EP)

2. 58/7 Leader: (Melody Maker All Stars) Date: November 1958 Venue: London Label: Pye Nixa NJT518 Album Title: (Melody Maker Jazz Poll 1958/1959)

3. 78/1 Leader: Arthur Greenslade Date: January 1978 Venue: London Label: Pye NPSL18557 Album Title: Melly Sings Hoagy

4. 89/9 Leader: Chris Smith Dates: November 23 29 1989? Venue: Wembley, London Label: BBC CDTP818 Album Title: Chris Smith And His String Of Pearls Orchestra

[tooter]

List of cover pictures still sought is now down to two. I found one for "George Melly Sings" and have satisfied myself that "Chris Smith and his String of Pearls Orchestra" is not appropriate to a jazz discography.

1. 55/1 Leader: Tony Crombie Date: March 31 1955 Venue: London Label: Decca DFE6281, F10514, 10620, F10592, F10637 Album Titles: Annie Ross with Tony Crombie and his Orchestra, Presenting Tony Crombie No. 2 (EP)

2. 58/7 Leader: (Melody Maker All Stars) Date: November 1958 Venue: London Label: Pye Nixa NJT518 Album Title: (Melody Maker Jazz Poll 1958/1959)

[tooter]

Just received my copy of LP "Melly Sings Hoagy" - I had to shell out almost £1 for it! Here's the picture, but can anyone tell me who were the members of John Chilton's Feetwarmers in January 1978? Don't seem to be able to find anything on this.