The All-Stars Recordings.
Latest CD - 'Once in a While'. (Lake Records) SEE REVIEW in Newsflash!
Once in a while a traditional jazz CD comes along which doesn't conform to the usual pattern. This is perhaps the most varied to date, with of course classic jazz numbers like Flat Foot, It Looks Like A Big Time Tonight, Walking With The King and the title track - with the band, individually and ensemble-wise on top form throughout. But in addition there is a stimulating variety of other songs from diverse sources, with vocals a-plenty.
Christine Tyrrell is in fine form on the audience favourite Dont You Feel My Leg and the rarely performed Bessie Smith gospel Moan You Moaners complete with supporting male chorus! Phil Mason sings skiffle on K.C. Moan, gives a moving rendition of Dallas Blues together with a very fine cornet solo, and gives his own interpretation of Bob Dylan's Worried Blues. Micky Cooke, who plays great trombone on this CD, sings an exuberant version of Louisian-i-a by Joe Darensburg, Roger Myerscough explores with great sensitivity the gentle melodies of When Swallows Come Back to Capistrano, and Trefor Williams produces several fine bass solos, including his vocal feature Baby Face previously performed by such contrasting artists as Al Jolson and Little Richard. Drummer Laurie Chescoe and banjoist Jim McIntosh (who has since left the band) join him in providing a superb rhythm backing throughout.
The CD is available at our live gigs and by mail order (price £13 inc P & P in the UK and £14 from abroad). Please send your order to: | "On the Road Again" , subtitled "Jazz Goes Country". We have picked out a number of the best Country songs from artists like Willie Nelson and Merle Haggard and adapted them to our own traditional jazz style., with vocals, ensemble playing and solos.
*** NEW *** Click on the CD cover to listen to a sample of the 1st track. (NB You need to have Windows Media Player installed - most of you will have) |  | "Lets face the music and dance"
Our latest CD - very well received by fans and critics alike! |  | "A Groovy kind of Jazz"
"Phil belongs (like Ken Sims and Rod Mason) in the class of British cornetists whose work combines strength, heat and heart in equal measure....his sidemen fit his band perfectly....five fine tracks for Christine Tyrell and a final bonus is the recording debur of teenage pianist Jack "Kid" Carter - a newcomer of showstopping capabilities. Full marks all round" (Digby Fairweather - Just Jazz) |  | "Live at the Isle of Bute Jazz Festival"
A fine live recording of a truly memorable session in the early days of the band at the world-renowned Isle of Bute Jazz Festival. The line-up includes regular members of the All-Star plus Colin Bowden on drums, Jonny Boston and James Evans (clarinet/tenor sax), and American singer, Marilyn Middleton Pollock. |  | "The Storm is Passing Over"
The re-issue by Lake Records of our much loved first recording, which was originally on cassette only. Also featured are Colin Bowden on drums and Jonny Boston (clarinet/tenor sax), and all the regular members of the current line-up. |  | "Hush, Hush, Somebody's Calling My Name" Lake Records LACD111
Fifteen tracks featuring some of the band's most popular numbers, with great vocals from Christine Tyrrell, Martin Bennett, Ron McKay and Trefor Wiliams, and special guest appearance from Ronald Andersen, the great guitarist from Denmark. "Will have his fans in raptures - usual musicianship and a very interesting selection of titles" (Just Jazz) |  | "Here's to You." Lake Records LACD
"One of the best Trad Jazz CD's of the year" (Jazz Times)
"Full of verve, vigour and a high regard for authenticity and revered tradition.... this collection is directed right at YOU - horns a'blazin!" (Jazz Rag)
"A spirited, varied and entertaining album" (Jazz Journal) |  | "West Indies Blues." Lake Records LACD
Acclaimed by critics and fans alike - "A feast of great jazz" |  | "Spirituals & Gospels" Lake Records LACD
Chosen by the Music Industries Association of the UK as the "Best Gospel Album of the Year". |  | "You Do Something to Me!" Lake Records LACD
"Integrity with vitality" (The Scotsman)
" Their growing following is a reflection of the performance of musicians who understand the style and obviously enjoy what they are doing" (Jazz Times)
"Crystal toned, beautifully phrased cornet...Jim McIntosh is the best banjo player in the business....Trefor Williams is in excellent form" (King's Jazz Revue) |
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