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When I bought my Gibson EB-2 almost 60 years ago it was at the top of my budget. I wanted to buy the deluxe case, but just couldn't swing it. The cardboard case just hasn't lasted. The stitching, hinges, etc. barely work. I contacted Gibson about a new case and they recommended Cedar Creek...

After years of concerts there are some that truly stand out. Here are my best: 1. Lou Rawls - saw his act in Las Vegas and it felt like he was talking directly to you during the whole concert. Smooth and perfect. 2. James Brown - saw him in Minneapolis in the late 60s - perfect band and...

I recently attended a concert at a small venue in Palo Alto, CA. The Latin Quintet was excellent, but the bassist stood out. The last bassist I heard I was impressed by was Chris Brubeck a few years ago. Yadier Noa Chambles was terrific. QDLLN - Bass by Ted, on Flickr

I'll never forget his work with Cecil McBee on Karma. Raised my awareness at just the right time - I'm sure he brings great Karma wherever he goes.

We're very lucky in Northern California to have a good supply of wild and cultivated mushrooms. Here are two shots on my new ebony cutting board. I'm serving them with a Buffalo Filet, veggies and red wine (of course). Shrooms by Invalid Link Removed, on Flickr Shrooms - 2 by Invalid Link...

It's still cool when singers are performers and dress the part! A great baritone and nephew of Miles Davis - Jamie Davis fronted a 18 piece band with suavity and grace despite heat and sunlight last Sunday. The music was great too! Filoli Jazz - Jamie Davie - Styling by Invalid Link Removed, on...

Koerner, Glover and Ray were a trio from Minneapolis that influenced me and most of my friends. Glover played a mean harp and was a well known DJ too. 1939-2019.

I thought this was an interesting article. Perhaps CDs are more environmental, as well as a better way to support artists. Invalid Link Removed clouds aren't free?

Too pretty not to love: now have to put the TI flats back on - they were in the case, but the store replaced them with rounds.

I've been to a lot of concerts in the last 50+ years and been pleasantly surprised many times. I've also been extremely disappointed when great performers put on awful performances. Etta James tops my list - saw her twice. Once in small Haight-Ashbury bar, where she had a pick-up band that...

I was lucky to hear Chris on bass with his brother Dan on drums and David Benoit and Taylor Eigstei on piano accompanied by the Peninsula Orchestra in Redwood City this Friday. Terrific show and they're playing again tomorrow, Saturday, January 26 at the Flint Center in Cupertino. The Redwood...

These are from Minneapolis circa the late '60s - anyone else have old promo bits from those old years? Medium Rare was my old trio - guitar, bass and drums. Medium Rare Green by Invalid Link Removed, on Flickr Medium Rare Golden by Invalid Link Removed, on Flickr