Very Live & Very Raw
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By baBADsax
It is always great to hear Buddy kicking a big band. Unfortunately, this is a very raw recording which is probably why it's called "Very Live...". Audio quality is not good, balance is poor, etc. You do however get to hear a master drummer with a mostly younger, less experienced band. I think it explains some of his "anger issues."
Very Live at Buddy's Place
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By BB Tenor
Of interest to tenor players is Mr. Sal Nistico who also played with Woody Herman and Count Basie. No slouch, he. Sal was a true monster of the instrument he loved, and it shows on these cuts. I was lucky enough to dig this group in-person, including the fun of interviewing (for TV) Buddy when his place opened. The other musicians are superb, too, for Buddy wouldn't allow mediocrity onto his bandstand.
Nica Dream is,, Swingin'
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By Hola Acha
Nobody will ever play like Buddy Rich, nobody~
