Tag Archives: Obituary

Phil Seamen Obituary

Posted on November 14, 2015 by Scott K Fish

SKF NOTE: From the December 21, 1972 Down Beat.

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Studying Kenny Dorham

Posted on November 13, 2015 by Scott K Fish

SKF NOTE: My pattern of studying music history: When I hear for the first time a musician I like, I then listen to their every album and read everything I can about them. That’s true of all music genres. In … Continue reading →

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Remembering Hall Overton with Thelonious Monk

Posted on November 11, 2015 by Scott K Fish

SKF NOTE: Hall Overton arranged two big band dates for Thelonious Monk. Both concerts were recorded and originally released, in part, on vinyl. Thanks to digital technology the entire concerts are available on CD and in MP3 format. Just a few … Continue reading →

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R.I.P Melissa Mathison: “Be Good”

Posted on November 7, 2015 by Scott K Fish

SKF NOTE: I’m learning about screenwriter Melissa Mathison for the first time this morning. Very sad to say I’m reading a news report of her death. Mrs. Mathison is immortalized for three (four?) words: “E.T. phone home.” I am reminded … Continue reading →

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Jimmy Reed Obituary

Posted on November 2, 2015 by Scott K Fish

SKF NOTE: From Down Beat November 4, 1976. One of the greats. Dying far too young at age 50. When I was playing drums in Honest Tom Pomposello‘s band, we played Bright Lights, Big City and Big Boss Man. Honest … Continue reading →

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