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In Search of Dupree Bolton

The Honest Broker • 8245 implied HN points • 05 Feb 24
🎶 Music Musician
  1. Dupree Bolton was a mysterious and talented jazz trumpeter who emerged suddenly on the West Coast jazz scene in the 1950s, made recordings marked by his unique style, but then disappeared abruptly.
  2. Despite his brief career, Dupree Bolton left a lasting impact with his remarkable trumpet playing on records like 'The Fox' and 'Katanga!' alongside saxophonist Curtis Amy.
  3. Researcher Ted Gioia tracked down Dupree Bolton years later in San Francisco, where the musician was playing on the streets, revealing a complex and troubled life story that included struggles with drugs and internal conflict.

Lou Reed

Flow State • 1100 implied HN points • 22 Jan 24
🎶 Music Musician
  1. Lou Reed was an iconic American singer, songwriter, and ambient music producer.
  2. His final solo album, 'Hudson River Wind Meditations,' is designed for activities like meditation, yoga, or tai chi.
  3. The album was recently remastered and reissued by Light in the Attic Records.

Miles Davis

Flow State • 569 implied HN points • 25 Jan 24
🎶 Music Musician
  1. Miles Davis was an American trumpeter and composer known for his 'cool jazz' sound
  2. Davis incorporated funk, rock, and electronic styles into his music in the 70s
  3. One of Davis's notable albums, 'Agharta', captured a live performance in Japan

THE MIND OF SONNY ROLLINS

The Nelson George Mixtape • 452 implied HN points • 02 Feb 24
🎶 Music Musician
  1. Sonny Rollins was obsessed with study and rehearsal, enjoying practice more than performing for an audience.
  2. Sonny Rollins' music and philosophy were influenced by Buddhism, yoga, and the streets of New York.
  3. To learn more about Sonny Rollins, recommended readings include 'Saxophone Colossus' by Aidan Levy.
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Top Steely Dan posts of 2023

Expanding Dan • 491 implied HN points • 29 Dec 23
🎶 Music Musician
  1. Listen to the long-awaited 'Second Arrangement' cassette by Steely Dan.
  2. Learn about the engineer who recorded over 'Second Arrangement.'
  3. Understand the rivalry and mutual respect between the Eagles and Steely Dan.

The New Cue #347 January 8: Black Grape

The New Cue • 432 implied HN points • 08 Jan 24
🎶 Music Musician
  1. The post is about a new interview with Black Grape's Shaun Ryder and Paul 'Kermit' Leveridge.
  2. The post mentions starting the new year with a conversation with Black Grape.
  3. Readers can access the full post by subscribing for a 7-day free trial.

Returning to The Love Story

if not, Paris • 393 implied HN points • 13 Jul 23
🎭️ Culture Musician
  1. The author shares about their background in writing and novels
  2. The second novel written by the author ended up being a 'success'
  3. The story of how the author fell in love during a global pandemic and got married

The Longest 45 Minutes Of My Life

Weekly Wisdom • 159 implied HN points • 22 Feb 24
🎶 Music Musician
  1. Preparing for important moments can be nerve-wracking, but staying focused and organized is key.
  2. Receiving reassurance and positive feedback can have a powerful impact on one's confidence and performance.
  3. Persistence and dedication are crucial in pursuing a passion, despite facing self-doubt and challenges.

Gig Review: Finally Finding Fun in the Foos - Dave Grohl’s Long-Running Project Rocks Wellington (Again!) And I Am There For It - In All Senses - This Time.

Sounds Good! • 117 implied HN points • 28 Jan 24
🎶 Music Musician
  1. The author has a complex history with Foo Fighters but enjoyed their recent concert in Wellington.
  2. Despite some mixed feelings about the band's music over the years, the author appreciated the energy and dynamic performance of the Foo Fighters during the concert.
  3. The replacement drummer, Josh Freese, played a key role in driving the energy and performance of the band during the concert.

The New Cue #325 October 9: OMD's Andy McCluskey

The New Cue • 98 implied HN points • 09 Oct 23
🎶 Music Musician
  1. Artist Andy McCluskey from OMD is featured in The New Cue #325 on October 9th
  2. Andy describes himself as the artist and someone else as the electrician
  3. Enjoy a chat with Andy McCluskey and get access to the full post archives with a 7-day free trial on The New Cue

I have a new album • Meditations

SJF • 39 implied HN points • 12 May 23
🎶 Music Musician
  1. The artist is working on a new album called 'Meditations' set to be released on July 21st.
  2. The album will contain about 40 minutes of new music.
  3. Listeners can pre-order the album on Bandcamp and support its creation on Patreon.