30 Albums For 30 Years (1964-1994)
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The Supremes- The Supremes Sing-Holland-Dozier-Holland
30 Albums For 30 Years (1964-1994)
12/18/24 • 17 min
S4-Ep.3 The Supremes Sing Holland–Dozier–Holland (Motown)
Release Jan 23, 1967, and Recorded 1964-1966
The Supremes Sing Holland–Dozier–Holland is a standout album that showcases the magic between The Supremes and the iconic Motown songwriting and production team Holland-Dozier-Holland (HDH). Released at the peak of their popularity, the album features classic hits like "You Keep Me Hangin' On" and "Love Is Here and Now You're Gone," reaching No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100. These tracks highlight Diana Ross's powerful vocals, backed by the impeccable musicianship of Motown's Funk Brothers. The album blends sophisticated pop with emotional storytelling, driven by HDH’s signature sound—tight harmonies, lush orchestrations, and an infectious rhythm. While the album is more a collection of singles than a cohesive concept, its polished sound and universal appeal helped solidify The Supremes as pop and R&B icons. Despite internal group tensions, including Florence Ballard’s eventual departure, their collaboration with HDH remains a cornerstone of Motown’s legacy.
Signature Track "You Keep Me Hangin' On," "Love is Here and Now You're Gone," "It's The Same Old Song"
Playlist YouTube Playlist, Spotify Playlist
Full Album Full Album on YouTube, Full Album on Spotify
Dave Stryker Interview
30 Albums For 30 Years (1964-1994)
01/23/25 • 33 min
Dave Stryker is a renowned American jazz guitarist with over 25 albums as a leader and collaborations with jazz greats like Stanley Turrentine, Jack McDuff, and Kevin Mahogany. Raised in Omaha, Nebraska, Stryker began playing guitar at ten, initially inspired by The Beatles and later drawn to jazz . By 17, he was performing jazz locally.
After moving to Los Angeles in 1978 and then began working with Jack McDuff, touring with him in 1984–1985. Stryker spent a decade with saxophonist Stanley Turrentine and formed bands with Steve Slagle and Jared Gold. He also worked extensively with singer Kevin Mahogany as a sideman and arranger, performing at Carnegie Hall and internationally. An experienced educator, Stryker has taught at Indiana University, Montclair State, William Paterson University, and Rutgers University, as well as online via ArtistWorks.
For More On Dave Stryker go to: https://www.davestryker.com/
https://www.davestryker.com/
Otis Redding-Complete & Unbelievable: The Otis Redding Dictionary of Soul
30 Albums For 30 Years (1964-1994)
07/17/24 • 15 min
#23- Otis Redding-Complete & Unbelievable: The Otis Redding Dictionary of Soul (Stax)
Released October 1966, Recorded May-September 1966
Complete & Unbelievable: The Otis Redding Dictionary of Soul, recorded at Stax Recording Studios in Memphis, is a seminal work in Otis Redding's career and soul music. Produced by Jim Stewart, Isaac Hayes, and Booker T. Jones, the album features legendary Stax studio musicians like Steve Cropper, Donald "Duck" Dunn, Al Jackson Jr., Booker T. Jones, and the Memphis Horns. It includes standout tracks such as the iconic "Try a Little Tenderness," "Fa-Fa-Fa-Fa-Fa (Sad Song)," and "My Lover’s Prayer " along with covers like "Day Tripper" and "Tennessee Waltz," each showcasing Redding's dynamic vocal range and the band's tight, soulful arrangements. The album received critical acclaim, reaching #5 on the Billboard R&B chart and #73 on the Billboard 200, solidifying Redding's legacy as a master of soulful expression and musical innovation.
Full Album on YouTube https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLn1E4mv4x-I4oNQ0qlroeWXxa4lDD4Lj9&si=6SlxhnkIL8UdM3Ms
Full Album on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/album/25uNcuL4dAoV62eKmr8Q0Y?si=hK3DknToSX2TkN_3ggWDiA
Curated 1966 Playlist Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7I6dzYc5UJfko8unziRMWf?si=a07e4d1e27944d00
Charlie Burnham Interview
30 Albums For 30 Years (1964-1994)
10/17/24 • 37 min
Charlie Burnham Interview
Charlie Burnham is an accomplished American violinist, singer, and composer celebrated for his imaginative and eclectic style. Burnham traverses multiple genres, including bluegrass, folk, free jazz, blues, classical, and chamber jazz. His innovative use of the wah-wah pedal on the violin adds a distinctive flair to his performances. Burnham first gained prominence through his contributions to James "Blood" Ulmer's Odyssey album, highlighting his versatility and skill. The ensemble from that project later formed Odyssey the Band. Throughout his career, Burnham has been a pivotal member of several notable groups and artists, like Living Colour, Cassandra Wilson, String Trio of New York, 52nd Street Blues Project, Hidden City, We Free Strings, the Improvising Chamber Ensemble, and the Kropotkins. He has also recently recorded new music with Eureka Shoes, showcasing his continual evolution as a musician.
Beginning as an informal gathering of friends and now blossoming into a fully-fledged collaborative band, Eureka Shoes’ Beautalina (Adhyâropa ÂR00079) soars aloft on gorgeous 3-part harmonies, delicate acoustic textures, and world-class songcraft. Eureka Shoes features award-winning songwriter Jean Rohe, acoustic music stalwart Skye Soto Steele, and omni-genre multi-instrumentalist Charlie Burnham. Rounded out here by the virtuosic bass of Rashaan Carter, Beautalina is an enduring testament to the power of music to unite, communicate, and elevate.
Eureka Shoes Beautalina
https://open.spotify.com/album/1bH16X7J5KU6YNJgDbEVL2?si=t0YsU9C7RVehdGdwc6hpdg
Welcome To 30 Albums Over 30 Years (1964-1994)
30 Albums For 30 Years (1964-1994)
01/25/23 • 0 min
Cream - Disreali Gears
30 Albums For 30 Years (1964-1994)
05/14/25 • 12 min
(S4 Ep22) Cream - Disreali Gears (Reaction Records)
Released November 2, 1967, Recorded May 11-15 (1967)
Released in November 1967, Disraeli Gears marked a pivotal moment in Cream’s evolution from a blues-based trio to psychedelic rock pioneers. Recorded in just three and a half days at Atlantic Studios in New York, the album blends surreal lyrics, experimental sounds, and distorted guitar tones into a cohesive and groundbreaking work. Produced by Felix Pappalardi (from Mountain), the record features standout tracks like “Sunshine of Your Love,” with its iconic bass riff, and “Tales of Brave Ulysses,” one of the first songs to feature a wah-wah pedal. The album was a commercial breakthrough, reaching No. 5 in the UK and No. 4 in the U.S., eventually selling over 6.8 million copies worldwide. Its vibrant, psychedelic cover art by Martin Sharp became as iconic as the music itself. Tracks like “Dance the Night Away” and “SWLABR” highlighted the band’s willingness to experiment, while “Outside Woman Blues” and “Take It Back” maintained their blues roots. The synergy of Eric Clapton’s innovative guitar work, Jack Bruce’s powerful vocals and bass, and Ginger Baker’s inventive drumming made Disraeli Gears a defining album of the era. Its legacy is a cornerstone of psychedelic rock and a testament to Cream’s lasting impact on modern music.
Signature Song "Strange Brew." "Sunshine of Your Love," Tales of Brave Ulysses
The Byrds- Younger Than Yesterday
30 Albums For 30 Years (1964-1994)
01/01/25 • 15 min
(S4-Ep 5) The Byrds- Younger Than Yesterday (Columbia)
Released February 6, 1967, Recorded between November 28-December 8, 1966
Younger Than Yesterday marks pivotal in The Byrds’ evolution, blending folk-rock, psychedelia, and early country influences. While not as commercially successful as their earlier albums, it received critical acclaim for its musical innovation and experimental approach. The album features standout tracks like "So You Want to Be a Rock 'n' Roll Star," which critiques the commercialization of rock music, and "My Back Pages," a reworking of Bob Dylan’s classic. The band’s experimentation with studio techniques, intricate guitar work, and contributions from Chris Hillman and David Crosby pushed boundaries within the folk-rock genre. The Byrds also explored jazz and country influences. Despite internal tensions and lineup changes, Younger Than Yesterday remains a key work, influencing the development of psychedelic rock and paving the way for future musical experimentation in the 1960s.
Signature Tracks "So You Want To Be a Rock and Roll Star," "Have You Seen Her Face," "My Back Pages"
Playlists YouTube Playlist Spotify Playlist
Full Albums Full Album on YouTube , Full Album on Spotify
Don Braden Interview
30 Albums For 30 Years (1964-1994)
07/06/24 • 30 min
Don Braden Interview
Don Braden, is a distinguished jazz saxophonist, flutist, composer, and educator. A Harvard graduate, Braden quickly became a sought-after sideman in New York, playing with legends like Betty Carter and Wynton Marsalis. As a bandleader, he has released numerous acclaimed albums, such as The Fire Within and Earth Wind and Wonder. Known for his rich tone and melodic inventiveness, Braden also excels as an educator, teaching at institutions like Harvard and the New Jersey Performing Arts Center, significantly contributing to the jazz world through both performance and education.
McCoy Tyner - The Real McCoy with guest Steve Myerson
30 Albums For 30 Years (1964-1994)
04/09/25 • 85 min
(S4 Ep18) The Real McCoy (Blue Note) with guest Steve Myerson
October 1967, Recorded April 21, 1967
The Real McCoy (1967) is a landmark album by jazz pianist McCoy Tyner, marking his first solo release after leaving John Coltrane’s legendary quartet. With a stellar lineup featuring tenor saxophonist Joe Henderson, bassist Ron Carter, and drummer Elvin Jones, the album showcases Tyner's unique modal jazz style, blending African rhythmic influences and his signature wide interval voicings. The album’s compositions, all written by Tyner wrote, demonstrate his incredible range as a pianist and composer, with tracks like "Passion Dance" and "Contemplation" now regarded as jazz standards. The interplay between the musicians is dynamic, with Henderson's fluid solos, Carter's solid bass work, and Jones's explosive drumming providing a perfect backdrop for Tyner's improvisations. The album balances uptempo tracks, like "Four by Five," with slower, more meditative pieces, such as "Search for Peace," highlighting Tyner’s ability to navigate diverse moods and textures. The Real McCoy is widely praised for its deep emotional resonance and technical brilliance, solidifying McCoy Tyner as one of his generation's most influential jazz pianists.
Signature Tracks: "Passion Dance", "Contemplation", "Four By Five"
Vietnam Veteran Mike Torres and the Impact of Music During Wartime
30 Albums For 30 Years (1964-1994)
09/11/24 • 61 min
Mike Torres is a guitar student of host Jay Sweet and a Vietnam veteran (Air Force). In this discussion, Mike talks about the impact of music during the war and the songs that meant the most to him.
Mike's List of Songs:
1. Sky Pilot The Animals
2. After the Gold Rush. Neil Young
3. Longer Boats. Cat Stevens (In memory of my good friend Tom Pat Widmer
RIP)
4. Miles From Nowhere. Cat Stevens
5 Pride of Man. Quicksilver Messenger Service
6 Stairway to Heaven. Led Zeppelin
7. Easy Livin. Uriah Heep
8. Any Eagles or Pink Floyd
9. Money. Pink Floyd
10. Smoke on The Water -Deep Purple
11. We're an American Band. Grand Funk Railroad
12. As Long as I Can See The Light. CCR
13. Free Bird. Lynyrd Skynard
14. Radar Love. Golden Earring. (This was our shop's standard)
15. My Woman From Tokyo. Deep Purple
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