Red Garland Trio - Billy Boy

[tambourDOM]

philly joe jones.. how have i not heard his name till now?

[60otaku3]

He is one of my favorite jazz drummers in 50's or 60's.

Otaku3 (*^_^)b

[kjbl1]

This could be the best trio work Red Garland ever recorded. It's simply amazing how Miles Davis got the best out of his musicians, actually even without playing himself, like in this particular number ... It seems that his mere presence in the recording studio was enough...

[60otaku3]

On the session of the album "Milestones", this was the only exceptional recording for Red Garland where Miles was still unaccustomed playing the modal jazz.

Otaku3 (^_^)b

[94Harrymitchell]

@kjbl1 I think they still would have played like this if miles wasn't there :P

[thavault]

this is easily one of my favorite jazz albums. Amazing rendition of a classic tune. Red Garland is up there with the finest.

[petezilla]

what a tight arrangement!! Red Garland is one of the best. I also love Ahmad Jamal's version (the recording with the guitar playing 'percussion' as well as the live stuff from the 50's).

Those block chords were the cat's meow at the time, it seems even Bud Powell was kind of taking cues from Red Garland's way of doing that, although I would easily believe it was the other way around

P.C. and Philly Joe Jones are my favorite for piano trios in this era

[Whatisthescore]

I love how Miles doesn't play on this song but its still such an awesome Miles Davis song.

[mharbaugh]

Recordings can be deceptive, and it can hard to appreciate how fast this really is. Sure, it's not Cherokee at 300bpm, but it's still cooking pretty hot. I counted this tune off at gig at this speed once, and I was soon sweating. These guys make it sound easy, and they maintain the same tempo throughout. They had a pocket that was gigantic.

[DianeGhostley]

Doesn't anyone want to say anything about that terrific string bass? WOW!!! That's what I say. Fabulous rhythm section!!! Workin' it.

[DunhillHilton]

Red Garland is the most overlooked jazz pianist ever.

[mharbaugh]

@DunhillHilton I don't think - Red is highly regarded by pretty much all jazz musicians. His association with Miles is well remembered, even today. I think there are other guys less well knows who are also deserving: Sonny Clark, Phineas Newborn, Al Haig, Claire Fischer...

[mharbaugh]

@DunhillHilton I don't think so - Red is highly regarded by pretty much all jazz musicians. His association with Miles is well remembered, even today. I think there are other guys less well knows who are also deserving: Sonny Clark, Phineas Newborn, Al Haig, Claire Fischer...

[8House]

Red Garland, one of the most underrated Jazz pianists of all time, and one of my favorites. Love that unique unmistakeable style.

[afpctube]

Incrivel.Este trio é fantastico.Estupendo.Que ritmo e improvisos inigualaveis.Isto é que é bom gosto.Congratulações...

[JeniseGrice]

Classic, Miles' FIRST great rhythm section:-)

[brassgolem]

when he changes the sticks to brushes that cat don't miss a beat..amazing

[60otaku3]

Thanks brassgolem-san!!

I admire Philly Joe Jones' wonderful skill, too.

Otaku3 (^_^)v

[DomerheadND]

philly joe is so amazing. man that spot in the bass solo where he matches the piano comping on his hi hat gets me every time. so good

[60otaku3]

You're right, DomerheadND-san!!

Otaku3 (^o^)b

[NAFTALI2]

4 1/2 stars? Seriously? If this isn't 5, there is no such thing as 5.

[Shodansixtyone]

Hello Billy Boy - Learned this song in 3rd grade during the '40's- this rendition is a hole lot better, but its still Billy Boy -

[tristan891]

godd blesss jazzz clasicaal music love the world the duke dizzie thank you 60otaku3 it brings tears of joy and emotion god bless

[60otaku3]

You're welcome, tristan891-san!!

Otaku3 (^o^)/

[CadillacL]

I'm not as familiar w/Red as some but, Youtube has help me become a big fan :)

[perseus651]

This is wonderful! Thank you so much.

[60otaku3]

You're very welcome, perseus651-san!!

Otaku3 (*^_^)/

[JimmyEatBlinkRcr]

I agree Score...

Mine as well... I just really love the way Philly Joe plays w/ brushes on this tune!!!...

[briffid]

Yes, that brush is actually why I especially like tune on the Milestones cd.

[Whatisthescore]

one of my all-time favs

[EMCEMITCH]

once a long time ago a friend of mine who played keyboard introduced me to red at the vanguard we spoke for bout 20 minutes about trane,miles,etc---what an experience

[courageux28]

That's awesome and to think you're still a youngster. Red Garland is an all time favorite.

Thanks

[am3155]

Ist Bassman Paul Chambers does some of his finest work on this album. His bowed solo here is masterful, one of the best in recorded Jazz. Red Garland had the baddest left-hand in the business. And of course,Philly Joe who was always great on the up-tempo tunes. Great post Otaku3, Thanx alot.

[60otaku3]

You're welcome, am3155!

I'm so glad you enjoyed this tune by the great rhythm section.

Otaku3 (^o^)/

[DunhillHilton]

Red Garland was simply the greatest.

Thank you for this.

[60otaku3]

You're welcome, DunhillHilton!

Red Garland's style is prominent in seminal recordings of Miles Davis in his distinctive chord voicings, his sophisticated accompaniment.

Otaku3 (^_^)b

[theclassiccrime77]

Philly Joe Jones was the best drummer in the world