Bop Bassist in Sweden
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Tommy Potter is best known as bassist in various groups led by Charlie Parker from 1947 until the early 1950s, a role that saw him sharing small ensembles with drummers such as Max Roach and Roy Haynes, pianists such as Bud Powell and Duke Jordan, trumpet greats such as Kenny Dorham and the young Miles Davis, as well as other horn players such as J.J. Johnson and Lucky Thompson.  A year after Parker's death, Potter accepted an invitation from a trumpeter named Rolf Ericson (who'd played with Bird in 1950) to join an American rhythm section being recruited to perform behind Swedish horn players in public concerts.  The presence of Potter in Stockholm, along with Freddie Redd (the pianist who would later make a splash with Jackie McLean) and drummer Joe Harris, created the opportunity for the trio of September 1956 sessions that reportedly constitute Potter's only recorded legacy as a group leader.

This CD collects more than an hour's worth of the music these guys created.  (The liner notes from 2007 indicate that the remainder will appear on a companion CD, but as of this writing I've seen no indication it was released.)  As one might guess given the 1956 date as well as Potter's past musical associations, it's a hard-bop recording.  The personnel varies, with Swedish horn players rotating in and out of the group along with an appearance on the last three tracks of another American, trumpeter Benny Bailey.  But Potter's in good form, Redd's already showing some of the ability that would make him famous later, and the Swedish performers who were previously unknown to me keep everything lively and interesting.  I'm glad I discovered this little gem.
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Jona's solo bass meditations are complete musical experiences in truth and inspired vision. There is much music that is not truly art, in today's scene, but there are a few artists who live for the art, where concerns to be  hip , or to impress others with technique and clever- but hollow- complexities, are not existent. Artists such as Jonas Hellborg, are the only one's I take the time to listen to. Jonas Hellborg is a living vessel for inspired music of the highest order.
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I saw Kunle on youtube playing Bibanke and I immediately loved his music. He has a way of sticking on you when you listen to him strumming the guitar. More grease to your elbow my naija brother. Please how can I see you live? Your new fan in Minneapolis...cheers
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This CD once again makes available the concerts of Bird playing in Sweden in 1950.  Most of what is on this release was originally issued on the now out-of-print Storyville release, "Charlie Parker in Sweden."  The tracks not on that original release are alternate takes of "Anthropology," and "Cool Blues."
  Bird, as usual, plays some great solos over Rhythm changes (Anthropology, Cheers) and a few standards.  The other horn in the line up is Swedish trumpeter, Rolf Ericson.  He sounds like a clone of Fats Navarro, and this isn't a bad thing.  At least on this recording, he shows that he had roughly the same technical ability as Navarro, although his melodic ideas may not quite be on the same level.
  The one thing about this CD that may put off a lot of potential buyers is the sound quality.  Hard core fans of Parker's music are probably already aware of the wide range of sound quality in his recordings.  Nothing here is as good as the Royal Roost recordings, if that gives you any indication.  Much of the time, there is a lot of distortion and the rhythm section isn't always audible.  NOTE: The tracks here on Amazon's site for which there are sound snippets sound much better than later tracks where there is more distortion.
  The quality of the music is easily worth five stars.  The quality of sound would have to rate a two, though.
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I am a university profesor in Zagreb, Croatia where I have mixed voices in my two large classes of Voice and Opera training.
This is a standard rep for both basse and baritons and also for mezzo with no top.
wishing you all luck with your voice study and careers.
Sincerely, Cynthia Hansell-Bakic former prima donna of the National Opera of Croatia.
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If you like ELP, Yes, Genesis, Gentle Giant and all the great progressive bands of the 60 s, you will probably like this Swedish band. Par Lindh, leader and keyboard player of the band was able to create a baroque sound combined with powerful drums and modern musicians. It is a pity that the original singer passed away a short time ago. However, this DVD shows that a progressive band which follows the steps of Keith Emerson and Rick Wakeman has a beautiful and elaborated sound. If you like to be surprised by vistuosity and complexity, do not hesitate to get hold of this dvd.
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Long time getting to by, not sold in Sweden as far as I reckon. Finally got it and it's a bliss. So much to do!
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This is the mix that is used in Sweden. It is so easy to use and eat!
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Following in the footsteps of just about every band to hail from the great nation of Sweden, Swedish Erotica released an outstanding melodic rock album. Debuting in 1989, one really has to wonder why these guys never achieved the success of Europe, or any other major European band.

You can almost envision the lush harmonies, sing-along-choruses, and great riffs that pepper this release. The songs on this record are all radio ready, and you can easily imagine the vast majority of these songs being hit worthy. The sound on "Swedish Erotica" is undoubtedly late 80's pop metal, with a distinct Swedish blend. Just about every song on the album is good, but here are my favorites. "We're Wild Young And Free", "Love Me Or Leave Me", "Hollywood Dreams", "Loaded Gun" and "Rock 'N' Roll City".

Oddly enough, the thing Swedish Erotica may be best known for is, that vocalist Mat S. Leven replaced Robert Ernlund in Treat. If that's all you know about this band, you owe it to yourself to check them out.
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First of all this is an excellent technically recorded album. With a decent audio system it is a dream. This is an album for people who really are into serious Swedish music. I suppose I have to say this is a beautiful recording. Personally I found it extremely boring,and quite abstract. As my heading conveys when you begin to get tired of the guests who just will not take a hint and go home, play this album, they will be out through your door in a shot. My wife called out to me is that Bjork? I just said YES, I didn't want her to know I had used money on this album.
Now this is my opinion, but to a Swedish music specialist I suppose this recording is perfect.
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This band is quite different but really good. Swedish Prog with a twist. Mat Bender and his wife Anna along with two of thier children have created a really nice album here.along with a few other talented musicians they have a sound kind of like Lana Lane mixed with Dream Theater with a little IQ,Karnataka and Flower Kings thrown in. From harder edged sound to really nice melodic and symphonic sounds. Some nice vocals by Anna,really nice drums and percussion by their 2 children some really great guitar and keys bring this music to life. Very well played and produced. The 2 long songs at the end Dreamscape and Soul Print are both excellent w nice violin,cello and flute. Check this band out,some really good music that gets better more you listen. Easy 4 solid stars.
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WOW, if your interested in adding more pronounced mid-range and to your bass tonethis is the answer!! If your interested in transitioning from guitar to bass, this is the answer!! Fender ( as always, the gold standard in "passive" electric bass ) has come up with a truly wonderful vintage-like electric "short-scale" bass that will inspire even the most seasoned bass players. Light weight and well constructed. I have enjoyed the tone, playability of this instrument since day #1 and you will too!!
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A new trend has been occuring where good old swedish metal bands are going sour.  Like In Flames latest release "Reroute to Remain" Soilwork is experimenting with clean lyrics.  It almost sounds like a desperate attempt to go mainstream.  I am discusted with this release.  The old Swedish melodic powerhouse, Soilwork, has gone soft.  What happened to the fast riffs and dazzling melodies?  The 21st century is a sad era for metal, with bands like In Flames and Arch enemy loosing touch with their old Swedish melodic style.  If you do like good music I suggest you check out Soilwork's older stuff like "Steelbath Suicide" or "The Chainheart Machine"...I even would suggest "A Predator's Portrait" despite the few clean lyrics, because unlike "Natural Born Chaos" they still stay true to their older style and pump out fast paced, outstanding melodies.  Well thats all I have to say about this abomination.  Sigh...
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I bought this recording for one rare piece, Festspel Op. 25 Overture Op. 25. I think it was and still is strange that a so well known Swedish piece is so difficult to find. I suppose that it is just for it is a Swedish piece. But seek and you shall find. Amazon.com had it. And I wasn't disappointed. Niklas Willn is conducting The Royal Scottish National Orchestra with bravura. If you are interested in Swedish music I can strongly recommend this.
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This album is the gig the band played with the Royal Ballet dancers of Sweden in 2002. A nice run through of mostly newer songs with a much better sound than their earlier live album. A few slower moments on the album but worth it for the parts where the band kicks into a higher gear.
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Here is korea. It works well. But little noises(i think its white noise) is exist in FM frequency. And little expensive to overseas purchase.
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I was happy to found this CD on a music store, and immediately bought it. I own the Thank you for the Music Box Set and there I enjoyed "Hej gamle man!", but here I was pleased to find some other songs featuring vocals of Agnetha and Frida, like "Tank om jorden vore ung", but the real discovery is the eclectic music of Benny & Bjrn of that time... you never get bored, with rock melodies and soultry and intimate ballads. If you're an ABBA fan and like the voices of these guys... go for it! the bonus is awesome, with 14 tunes (the double than the original CD!) with songs in swedish, german and english. Also, different versions of nice first ABBA tunes, like Rock'n roll band and Merry Go Round, and the unreleased english version of Lycka, the title track: To Live with you. I highly recommend it!