EDDIE DANIELS — Nepenthe (1990) Two Version | FLAC (image+.tracks+.cue), lossless

One of the world's great clarinetists, Eddie Daniels is primarily in the spotlight during this modern jazz set. He is joined by guitarist Chuck Loeb (who is excellent in support and as a secondary solo voice), bassist John Patitucci, either Dave Weckl or Adam Nussbaum on drums, and percussionist Sammy Figueroa. They perform seven diverse Daniels originals (complex but swinging), plus two by Loeb and the standards "Soul Eyes" and "Equinox." This release is not as memorable as Daniels' flashier and more spectacular recordings (it is more mellow at times), but it does contain plenty of subtle creativity and effortless (but brilliant) clarinet solos. Scott Yanow
Tracklist :
 1 Sun Dance 4:18
Chuck Loeb
 2 Equinox 6:06
John Coltrane
 3 Nepenthe 5:19
Eddie Daniels
 4 Waltz of Another Color 6:43
Eddie Daniels
 5 Sueños (Dreams) 5:40
Eddie Daniels
 6 Chaser 4:03
Eddie Daniels
 7 The Only One 6:09
Eddie Daniels
 8 Soul Eyes 6:11
Mal Waldron
 9 The Chant 5:52
Chuck Loeb
 10 Quiet Space 4:35
Eddie Daniels
 11 Reverie for a Rainy Day 5:18
Eddie Daniels
Credits :
Bass, Acoustic Bass – John Patitucci
Clarinet – Eddie Daniels
Drums – Adam Nussbaum (tracks: 4,6,8,11), Dave Weckl
Electric Guitar, Acoustic Guitar – Chuck Loeb
Percussion – Sammy Figueroa 

AIRTO — Virgin Land (1974) Two Version | RM | I Love Kudu Series + Vynil LP 24-96Hz | FLAC (tracks+.cue), lossless

An all-star cast accompanies Brazilian percussion master Airto Moreira on this percolating collection of jazz fusion pieces. Produced by drummer extraordinaire Billy Cobham, the album locks into a steamy groove on Stanley Clarke's "Stanley's Tune" and never lets up. The Middle Eastern flavor of some of the melodies, Moreira and wife Flora Purim's unique vocalizations, and the use of unusual instrumentation on several cuts help make this recording a unique highlight of the electric fusion era. Standout soloists include Eddie Daniels on clarinet and guitarists David Amaro and Gabriel DeLorme, while bassist Clarke provides his usual stellar performance. Jim Newsom
Tracklist :
1    Stanley's Tune 4:31
Arranged, Written-By – Stanley Clarke
2    Musikana 7:03
Written-By – Gabriel DeLorme
3    Virgin Land 8:15
Written-By – Airto Moreira
4    Peasant Dance 3:30
Arranged, Written-By – Milcho Leviev
5    Lydian Riff 7:15
Arranged, Written-By – Milcho Leviev
6    Hot Sand 5:30
Written-By – Airto Moreira
7    I Don't Have To Do What I Don't Want To Do 3:16
Written-By – Airto Moreira, Gabriel DeLorme
Credits :
Airto Moreira - Vocals, Drums & Percussion 
Flora Purim - Vocals, Vocal special effects (2, 4, 5), Vocals, Percussion (6)
David Amaro - Guitar (1, 3), 12-String Guitar (2)
Gabriel DeLorme - Guitar (5-7) 
George Duke - Keyboards (1, 3)  Piano & Arp Synthesizer (6) 
Milcho Leviev - Keyboards (4, 5)
Stanley Clarke - Bass (1-3, 6), Alex Blake (4, 5, 7) 
George Marge - Oboe (4, 5), Piccolo Flute (4) 
Eddie Daniels - Clarinet (4, 5) 
Jane Taylor - Bassoon  (5) 
Kenny Ascher - Piano & Mellotron (7) 
Billy Cobham - Producer 

GORDON GOODWIN´S BIG PHAT BAND — Swingin' for the Fences (2000) FLAC (image+.cue), lossless

Saxophonist Gordon Goodwin (heard on this CD on alto and soprano) has loved big bands since he was a child. He arranged all of the music for his 18-piece big band's release, contributing nine of the ten compositions (all but Bach's "Two Part Invention in D Minor") and getting several notable guest soloists to make appearances. The music is mostly modern mainstream, swinging while utilizing some advanced harmonies. There are a few departures including "Sing Sang Sung" (a number based a bit on "Sing Sing Sing"), the Bach selection, a couple Latin jazz pieces, and the funky "There's the Rub" and "A Few Good Men." Among the main soloists from the orchestra are Goodwin, trombonist Andy Martin, pianist Tom Ranier, and tenorman Dan Higgins. The guests (on two songs apiece) are trumpeter Arturo Sandoval, clarinetist Eddie Daniels, and altoists Eric Marienthal and Brandon Fields. Fans of contemporary big bands will find much to enjoy on this fun set. Scott Yanow
Tracklist :
1    Sing Sang Sung 5:35
Soloist – Arturo Sandoval, Eddie Daniels
2    Count Bubba 7:33
Soloist – Dan Higgins, Gordon Goodwin
3    Samba Del Gringo 6:59
Soloist – Andy Martin, Brandon Fields
4    Bach 2 Part Invention In D Minor 7:51
Composed By – J.S. Bach
Soloist – Eddie Daniels
5    I Remember 5:50
Soloist – Dan Higgins, Gordon Goodwin
6    Swingin' For The Fences 5:09
Soloist – Andy Martin, Eric Marienthal, Tom Ranier
7    Mueva Los Huesos (Shake Your Bones) 4:52
Soloist – Arturo Sandoval, Eric Marienthal
8    Second Chances 5:05
Soloist – Gordon Goodwin
9    There's The Rub 5:46
Soloist – Brandon Fields
10    A Few Good Men 3:54
Soloist – Carl Verheyen, Gordon Goodwin
Credits :
Acoustic Bass – Dave Stone (tracks: 1, 2, 4, 6)
Composed By, Arranged By – Gordon Goodwin (tracks: 1 to 3, 5 to 10)
Drums – Bernie Dresel (tracks: 1, 3 to 5, 8), Gregg Bissonette (tracks: 2, 6, 7, 9, 10)
Electric Bass – John Peña (tracks: 3, 5, 7 to 10)
Guitar – Carl Verheyen (tracks: 10), Grant Geissman (tracks: 1, 2, 4, 6, 8), James Harrah (tracks: 3, 5, 7, 9, 10)
Percussion – Bernie Dresel (tracks: 1, 4), Luis Conte
Piano – Gordon Goodwin (tracks: 5, 7, 9, 10), Jim Cox (tracks: 1, 3, 4, 8), Tom Ranier (tracks: 2, 6)
Trombone – Alex Iles, Andy Martin, Bill Reichenbach (tracks: 2, 6, 7, 10), Craig Ware (tracks: 1, 3 to 5, 8), Steve Holtman
Trumpet – Dan Savant, Dennis Farias (tracks: 1, 3 to5, 8), Gary Grant (tracks: 2, 6, 7, 10), Jerry Hey (tracks: 2, 6, 7, 10), Larry Hall, Wayne Bergeron
Woodwind – Bill Liston, Dan Higgins, Gordon Goodwin, Greg Huckins, Sal Lozano

EDDIE DANIELS - First Prize! [1966] PRESTIGE / OJC / FLAC

 When one hears this early Eddie Daniels set, it is surprising to realize that he would remain in relative obscurity for almost another 20 years. As shown on the three of the eight selections on which he plays clarinet, Daniels even at this early stage ranked near the top, while his tenor playing on the remaining numbers was already personal and virtuosic. With the assistance of the Thad Jones/Mel Lewis rhythm section of the time (pianist Roland Hanna, bassist Richard Davis and drummer Mel Lewis), Daniels is in top form on three standards, four originals and the pop tune "Spanish Flea."  by Scott Yanow
Track Listing
1 Felicidade 9:48
 2 That Waltz 6:56
 3 Falling in Love with Love 4:40
Lorenz Hart / Richard Rodgers
 4 Love's Long Journey 2:05
 5 Time Marches On 4:05
 6 The Spanish Flea 4:50
 7 The Rocker 3:37
 8 How Deep Is the Ocean? 10:41
Irving Berlin

 Credits

Bass – Richard Davis 

Drums – Mel Lewis

Piano – Roland Hanna

Tenor Saxophone, Clarinet – Eddie Daniels

EDDIE DANIELS - First Prize! 

[1966] PRESTIGE / OJC / FLAC / SCAN

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