Monthly Archives: June 2021

SONG OF THE DAY Ray Fernandez – Soul Freedom

Posted on June 30, 2021 by The Listening Post Blog

Ray & his Court are a family of musicians led by composer, arranger, organist and flutist, Ray Hernandez. Hailing from Miami, they were still playing together in the early 2000’s, more than 30 years after they emerged on on the … Continue reading →

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SONG OF THE DAY Johnny Colon – Merecumbe

Posted on June 29, 2021 by The Listening Post Blog

Known and celebrated for his contributions to the boogaloo sounds of the 1960’s, Johnny Colon is an American musician born in ‘El Barrio’ New York City to parents of Puerto Rican heritage.  A multi-instrumentalist, he is a singer, bandleader, arranger, … Continue reading →

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SONG OF THE DAY Akira Ishikawa & Count Buffalos – Pygmy

Posted on June 28, 2021 by The Listening Post Blog

Akira Ishikawa was a Japanese jazz drummer and bandleader known for integrating African rhythms into his music.  His recording career started in the early 60’s with Shin Matsumoto and New Pacific, and in the years that followed he toured with … Continue reading →

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SONG OF THE DAY Noro Morales Y Su Sexteto ‎- Serenata Ritmica

Posted on June 27, 2021 by The Listening Post Blog

Known as the “Latin Duke Ellington” and the “Dean of Latin Jazz”, Noro Morales was a Puerto Rico-born multi-instrumentalist and composer. A master on piano, his sound encompassed Puerto Rico’s flavour with New York City influences. He rose to fame … Continue reading →

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SONG OF THE DAY Ahmed Abdul-Malik – Mahawara (The Fugue)

Posted on June 26, 2021 by The Listening Post Blog

 Mahawara (The Fugue) is an enchanting piece of music found on Ahmed Abdul-Malik’s1960 East Meets West LP, which was issued on RCA records. Released in 1960, it was the second record from the US jazz double bassist and oud player … Continue reading →

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SONG OF THE DAY Os Ipanemas – Nanã

Posted on June 25, 2021 by The Listening Post Blog

If you want to summon the sunshine, Nanã is a great place to start! In fact, the whole record from which this song comes is like a blast of heady sunshine; add to this enough time to play the record … Continue reading →

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SONG OF THE DAY The Braz Gonsalves 7 – Raga Rock

Posted on June 24, 2021 by The Listening Post Blog

Speaking of global themes recently, I find myself today in India! Though this one had me fooled for a moment as it sounds very much like a Mulatu Astatke track!! This glorious piece of music was released in 1970 on … Continue reading →

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SONG OF THE DAY Eddie Beram – Riot In Thunder Alley

Posted on June 23, 2021 by The Listening Post Blog

With it’s racy melody and rolling Wipe Out-esque thunderous rhythm, its no wonder this song has featured in not one, but two high-speed car movies! Riot In Thunder Alley is a fast paced romp performed by US singer Eddie Beram and … Continue reading →

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SONG OF THE DAY Chaweewan Dumnern – Sao Lam Plearn

Posted on June 22, 2021 by The Listening Post Blog

Since starting this blog, my musical world has expanded and stretched into realms I’d never dreamed of, taking me on mad global journeys; it’s magical! I never anticipated that such a wealth of sounds would unearth themselves with just a … Continue reading →

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SONG OF THE DAY Gabor Szabo – Spellbinder

Posted on June 21, 2021 by The Listening Post Blog

I’ve been sitting here tonight trying to figure out why the name Garor Szabo sounds familiar and then it clicked! This is the artist responsible for the quite enchanting 1968 rendition of Lee Hazelwood’s Some Velvet Morning (a song you need … Continue reading →

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