Cal Collins - Ohio Style

Here is another little Concord tidbit for Chubby's series and also for our burgeoning Cal Collins fans. Ripped from my own $2 CD! (Sometimes it is best not to ask, just pay your $2 and go.)

"Guitarist Cal Collins' first album as a leader in four years was also his first for Concord in nine years. Collins' reputation as a swinging and appealing improviser was formed during his Concord years (1978-81) before he moved to Cincinnatti. This "comeback" CD was recorded in Cincinatti with some fine local musicians: flugelhornist Jerry Van Blair, bassist Lou Lausche and drummer Tony Sweet. With the exception of the off-the-wall choice of "Tumbling Tumbleweeds" (Collins was always open to the influence of country music), all of the selections are veteran jazz standards. The guitarist manages to give such tunes as "East of the Sun," "Skylark," "Ghost of a Chance" and "Sweet Sue" fresh interpretations that swing and are creative within the genre of mainstream jazz. Recommended." SY@AMG

Well....Damn Scott, for by far the largest part I completely agree. Only difference is that I like The Tumbling Tumble Weeds, but what the hell do I know?

I've been a bit wordy lately so I'll just shut up and say Enjoy!