Jazz, Death, and Comedy

 Soul (2020) - Joe has dreamed of making his money playing the jazz music he loves.  On the same day his dream will come true, he suffers a terrible accident that sends into the space between life and death.  He will try everything, including teaming up with a reluctant soul that has resisted being sent... Continue Reading →

Young Man With A Horn (1950)

Young Man With A Horn (1950) - A trumpet takes a boy from a bad neighborhood to the heights of musical fame. What it can't overcome are the demons that followed him. Director - Michael Curtiz                            Starring - Kirk Douglas, Doris Day, Lauren Bacall Why I Liked It - Douglas gives us a great portrayal... Continue Reading →

From My Shelves – Dave Brubeck

Dave Brubeck's Greatest Hits (1966) Taken from Brubeck's prime years with Columbia, this record has a solid core of the music that put the man and his quartet in the jazz spotlight.  Unlike a lot of jazz greats, Brubeck had an honest to God popular hit in "Take Five".  This collection includes that plus many... Continue Reading →

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