Miles Davis, born 26th May 1926
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Miles Davis – trumpet
John Coltrane – tenor sax
Wynton Kelly – piano
Paul Chambers – double bass
Jimmy Cobb – drums
@sonnyrollins@AnalogLLHQ May his soul rest in peace. He has left us some great music! I have these two in my collection. I will seek for more until I have all the 12 albums
Remembering Sonny Rollins, one of the greatest tenor saxophonists of our lifetime, by playing these two records back to back all day. May his soul rest in peace #sonnyrollins
Musicians from all across New York City’s music scenes come together to take a stand for Palestine.
In the tradition of artists standing in the struggle for liberation, join us for a night of music supporting the steadfastness of our movement for Palestinian liberation and raising funds for the Middle East Children’s Alliance.
Prince Nico Mbarga & his Rocafill Jazz band released this album in 1977 on the RAS (Roger All Stars) label. The most catchy tune is the highlife “soaked” tribute to Neka Okonkwo who died in 1976 & was wife to Roger Okonkwo owner of the RAS label. This is a rare vintage album.
Proud to witness the 10th anniversary of @artxlagos- a decade of showcasing the best of African contemporary art. My appreciation to @jidesanwoolu, Hon. Minister Wale Edun, H.E. Marc Fonbaustier, @ZenithBank, @afreximbank, and all other sponsors- your commitment is invaluable. 🙏🏽 Congratulations to the @artxlagos team, and especially my daughter Tokini, for a decade of vision, excellence and impact.
Quincy Jones (1933-2024) was an American music icon famous as a trumpeter, producer and band leader. This album with Clifford Brown and Art Farmer on trumpet was recorded in Sweden in 1953
The album “Miles Ahead” was Miles Davis’ first big band orchestra recording, arranged by Gil Evans. He was on flugelhorn instead of the usual trumpet. Produced in 1957 it’s one of his earliest ones. He did not like the cover photo & it was changed in subsequent releases
John Coltrane (Trane, 1929-1967) is one of the most famous jazz artists ever. He released the studio album “Africa/Brass” in 1961 as an ode to Africa’s influence on music. He used a “big band” approach with brass instruments eg euphonium. The song “Africa” is a must listen
Nduduzo Makhatini @nduduzomakh (South African pianist) has been my vinyl playlist every morning for the last 4 weeks. His music is calming & reflective yet powerful. This is his latest album “Unomukhubulwane”. He autographed my copy at his show in Ronnie Scotts London in May 25
Joyce Sims (1955-2022) was an American vocalist best known for her song “Come into my Life” released on an album of the same name in 1987. Her prouder was Jamaican Kurt Mantronix of electro funk group fame “Mantronix”. A powerful vocalist she thrilled many.
Today, we commemorate #Juneteenth , observed annually on June 19th. This holiday marks the day slavery was finally ended in the USA.
As we honor this significant day, let us remember the struggles endured & the progress achieved in the pursuit of liberty & justice for all.
Prince Nico Mbarga’s song “Sweet Mother” was on an album released in 1976 by a Nigerian label, Rogers All Stars. At 13 million copies , it’s among the top 15 best selling singles in the world! eg The Beatles best selling single “I want to hold your hand” sold 12m copies
HAPPY BIRTHDAY...Femi Kuti! "BENG BENG BENG". To check out music/video links & discover more about his musical legacy, click here: https://t.co/dXEBivNYTu @Femiakuti#SOULTALK#LONDON
Prince Nico Mbarga is best known for his song “Sweet Mother”, released in 1976, which sold more albums than the Beatles ever did. A Nigerian, he released this album in 1977. He was a vocalist but also played several instruments. He died in a motorbike accident in 1997.
Tony Oladipo Allen released the Album N.E.P.A in 1984. This album is a re-issue in 2014. The album was railing against the Nigerian Electric Power Authority for its failure to provide regular power to households. Tony Allen is one the greatest drummers ever seen on earth.
@CanaryMugume Where public restrooms do not provide for religious beliefs that require water for ablution, it is expected that such "solutions" will arise.
Ethiopia earned a record $1.868 billion from coffee exports over the past 10 months, an increase of 70% in volume and 87% in revenue compared to the same period in the last fiscal year. Impressive!
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