Gary Bartz JU JU MAN + LOVE SONG (2 LP ON 1 CD)

Description: Gary BartzJU JU MAN + LOVE SONG (2 LP ON 1 CD) Personnel: Gary Bartz (as, ss, cl, vcl), Charles Mims, George Cables (p, Fender Rhodes), Carl McDaniels (g), Curtis Robertson (b), Howard King (d), Syreeta, Rita Greene, Clydie King, Billy Thedford, Shirley Matthews (vcl) Reference: FSRCD 904 With Ju Ju Man (1976), Gary Bartz cemented his developing reputation as one of the strongest, most distinctive young reedman players of his time. The album had nothing to do with gimmicks: it’s simply straight-ahead Gary Bartz, backed by a superb rhythm throughout featuring Howard King, a young, compulsively fiery percussionist who had matured nicely working with Bartz for some four years. The section also included Charles Mims, a versatile pianist who could lock into a groove and work it for all its worth, while Curtis Robertson provided a solid, cohesive foundation for Bartz’ driving saxophone. The highlight of the album might be their sensitive accompaniment to Syreeta’s soulful rendition of My Funny Valentine.The music on Love Song (1977), is light, bouncy and fun, aiming to please both listener and dancer. According to Bartz, “the album is a collection of some R&B or pop tunes that I had always liked and wanted to do.” The rhythm section of pianist George Cables, bassist Curtis Robertson and drummer King keep things bubbling underneath, while the background vocals of Clydie King, Billy Thedford and Shirley Matthews add an extra touch to the overall sound, helping to make the date a resounding musical success. Tracklisting:01. Ju Ju Man (Gary Bartz) 9:1002. My Funny Valentine (Rodgers-Hart) 7:1003. Straight Street (John Coltrane) 6:4404. Pisces Daddy Blue (Gary Bartz) 10:2305. Chelsea Bridge (Billy Strayhorn) 9:4606. Love Song (George Cables) 6:2407. Prelude & Lonely Girl (Eddie Holman) 5:3908. Interlude & Don’t Stop Now (Eddie Holman) 6:4009. You (Marvin Gaye) 7:3310. Interlude & Just Suppose (George Cables) 8:4611. Afterthoughts (Gary Bartz) 1:30 Sources:Tracks #1-5: from the album “Ju Ju Man” (Catalyst CAT-7610)Tracks #6-11: from the album “Love Song” (Vee-Jay JJS-3068) Personnel on "Ju Ju Man":Gary Bartz, alto & soprano sax, clarinet, synthesizer, vocals; Charles Mims, piano; Curtis Robertson, acoustic & electric bass; Howard King, drums. Special guest: Syreeta, lead vocals on #2Recorded at Sage & Sound Studio, Los Angeles, California, 1976 Personnel on "Love Song":Gary Bartz, alto & soprano sax, vocals; George Cables, piano; Carl McDaniels, guitar; Curtis Robertson, acoustic & electric bass; Howard King, drums; Rita Greene, lead vocals on #6 & 10; Clydie King, Billy Thedford, Shirley Matthews, vocals.Recorded at Sage & Sound Studio, Los Angeles, California, 1977 Sound engineer: Jim MooneyPhotography: Scott Windus / Silver Works. Art Direction: David LartaudLiner notes: Chuck Niles / Zan Stewart Original recordings produced by Pat Britt (#1-5) and Gary Bartz (#6-11) New liner notes by Chuck Niles, Zan Stewart & Jordi PujolThis compilation produced by Jordi Pujol Stereo · 24-Bit Digitally Remastered

Price: 19.98 USD

Location: Lake Hughes, California

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