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Edit release all versions of this release new submission. Groove blues full album groove blues is an album by saxophonist gene ammons recorded in 1958 and released on the prestige label. Madhouse reading the liner notes, it seems like this album was thrown together on the spot. Gene ammons page 2 recommendations organissimo forums. Check out the happy blues by gene ammons allstars on amazon music. The album was recorded at the same session that produced the big sound. When you purchase a used cd you can expect the disc to be free of all but the lightest of surface marks, the case to be clean we often change the cases ourselves, and the booklet to be in good shape. Some of his ballad renditions became hits and, despite two unfortunate interruptions in his career, ammons remained a popular attraction for 25 years. Find the best place to download latest songs by gene ammons.
Best is the title track, which has memorable solos and spontaneous but perfectly. Stream adfree with amazon music unlimited on mobile, desktop, and tablet. Alto saxophone jackie mclean bass addison farmer congas candido drums arthur taylor piano duke jordan tenor saxophone. Gene ammons always retains a bluesy feel alla lester young, duke jordan is a fine foil on piano, and candidos congas compliment it all nicely. Gene ammons, gene ammons all stars the happy blues cd. How to download gene ammons swinging the jug album files to my device. The original pianist went mia so they had to wake up duke jordan as a substitute. Gene ammons follow following unfollow eugene jug ammons april 14, 1925 july 23, 1974 also known as the boss, was an american jazz tenor saxophonist, and the son of boogiewoogie pianist albert ammons. Albums include boss tenors straight ahead from chicago 1961, boss tenors in orbit, and soul summit. Listen to your favorite songs from the happy blues by gene ammons allstars now. In 1955 he had a hit with the happy blues featuring freddie redd and lou donaldson. Eugene jug ammons april 14, 1925 july 23, 1974 also known as the boss, was an american jazz tenor saxophonist, and the son of boogiewoogie pianist albert ammons. Few surprises occur but everyone plays up to their usual high level. The happy blues by gene ammons allstars on amazon music.
There are four long bluesy jams here and ammons contributes soulful playing on each. Gene ammons twisting the jug vinyl mp3 album download. Album three classic albums plus groove blues boss tenor blue gene. Gene ammons the happy blues 1956 full album youtube. You can buy latest album a stranger in town 2002 gene ammons.
Gene jug ammons was one of the tenor giants of his era. Gene ammons three classic albums plus avid amsc 1029. Blue greens and beans 1944 1958 remastered gene ammons twisting the jug vinyl gene ammons my way vinyl gene ammons the gene ammons story. Gene ammons all stars the happy blues part one the happy blues part two prestige usa 45112. Check out the happy blues by gene ammons on amazon music. Sonny stitt band, gene ammons tenor saxophone, jo jones drums, tommy potter double bass. At the very least, amazon could go itunes one better by making available for download tracks that go for longer that 67 minutes in length. Get all the lyrics to songs by gene ammons and join the genius community of music scholars to learn the meaning behind the lyrics. Tenor saxophonist gene ammons is teamed up with trumpeter art farmer, altoist jackie mclean, pianist duke jordan, bassist addison farmer, drummer art taylor, and the congas of candido for four lengthy selections. Expanded from the original lp with a previously unissued ballad medley and a fulllength 17minute rendition of wee dot, and this cd is highly recommended to fans of tenor battles and straightahead jazz. Gene ammons is surely the most underappreciated sax player of the 50s and 60s. Blessed with a hugely expressive tenor sound, he later began recording tenor duels with both dexter gordon and sonny stitt. In accordance with the directives of government and health authorities, we have temporarily suspended operations. Seller assumes all responsibility for this listing.
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Live in chicago remastered 1989 gene ammons the happy blues remastered 1991 gene ammons a stranger in town gene ammons. Im not overly keen on the closer, happy blues and cant we be friends are the strongest. This is a talented group, and mal waldron, idrees suliman, and pepper adams contribute some nice solos as well. Gene ammons had many lps released on the prestige label, and of those i have heard, this is one of the best. Stream adfree or purchase cd s and mp3s now on amazon. Gene ammons download full list jazz album gene ammons. Get a low price and free shipping on thousands of items.
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Eugene jug ammons april 14, 1925 august 6, 1974, also known as the boss, was an american jazz tenor saxophonist. Born in chicago, illinois, ammons studied music with instructor walter dyett at dusable high school. Find the latest tracks, albums, and images from gene ammons. He had a big, deep tone that was perfect for everything from warm ballads to grooveintensive blues or sweet swing.
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