“The audience never knows what comes next. And to tell you the truth, neither do we. We always throw them surprises, and they love it” - Louis Prima
Jazz
“MY DAYS AT THE COLONIAL TAVERN – YONGE ST, TORONTO” Media articles about the old Colonial Tavern in Toronto often fail to convey the kind of ambience and excitement of the place. The Colonial was what was called a ‘supper club’ in the 1950s and 60s. My dad sometimes took his elder children to the club to expose them...
Joe Ruicci Musicians Ask – “Should I Join A Musicians Union?” In Todays Environment Are There Benefits To Belonging To A Union? Musicians ask “Should I Join A Musicians Union?” Well things were very different from today back in the 60’s when I was just learning to be a drummer and playing gigs in my first bands. Musicians ask “Should I...
Big Rude Jake – Has Left The Building Swing Punk, Blues Shouter Extraordinaire Jakes Web Site Updated from an earlier post Jake is a lyricist, songwriter, singer and musician with a diverse array of influences. Noted for his skill as a ‘blues shouter’ and the ‘swing punk’ sound of his first few albums, he is especially drawn to the...
During my down time I started thinking more and more about the awesomeness of the Hammond B3.
Bobby Militello – One Of The Most Exciting and Inventive Alto Soloist In Jazz Today “It is a well-kept secret that Bobby Militello is one of the most exciting and inventivealto soloists in jazz today.“ “His stimulating approach has been an important ingredient inthe continuing success of the Dave Brubeck Quartet since 1982.” Gordon Jack – Jazz Journal International...