Help me understand Jazz

[Pete]

As I mentioned in another post, Clint Eastwood's documentary on Monk is a must see for any jazz fan, especially a fan of Monk's work.  I have it on VHS, and if I ever find the tape, I'm going to convert it to DVD.

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http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000053VC...?v=glance&n=130

 

http://imdb.com/title/tt0098465/

[Pete]

BTW I have CD burners and will rip and mail any discs in my collection. Would love to pick up stuff I dont have- any takers? PM me and lets do it! Share, share, share...........

[ajzepp]

Dang, you guys really know your sh--! I didn't expect a Jazz thread to result in this many great posts and suggestions....I really appreciate it!

 

I've worked hard to put together an amazing sound system, so I'm looking forward to hearing some of the artists you've all suggested.....this will be fun

[RuntheDamnBall]

I recommend one newer release -- Monk and Coltrane at Carnegie Hall, which was unearthed and released last year. Both dudes in a great period of their careers, and a really stellar combo.

 

And since I know you're into some trippier rock, you should maybe check out some '69-70 era Miles. Lots of people cite "Bitches Brew" but I really prefer "In a Silent Way," which sets the tone for drum'n'bass about 20 years prior (Tony Williams was a sick drummer), and "A Tribute to Jack Johnson" (when Miles was inspired to put together a rock band after hearing Jimi and Sly). There is a great box for each that has some excellent outtakes and session material once you get deeper in. A track called "Honky Tonk" has some really nasty John McLaughlin riffs and Miles playing through a fender bender that sounds real muscular.

[R. Rich]

Dang, you guys really know your sh--!  I didn't expect a Jazz thread to result in this many great posts and suggestions....I really appreciate it! 

 

I've worked hard to put together an amazing sound system, so I'm looking forward to hearing some of the artists you've all suggested.....this will be fun

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Jazz and blues are two of my favorites, and I see I'm not the only one. I've always said that I'd never join a band unless it was an acoustic jazz band. If I actually had the time to invest in it, I'd go for it.

[The Dean]

I recommend one newer release -- Monk and Coltrane at Carnegie Hall, which was unearthed and released last year.  Both dudes in a great period of their careers, and a really stellar combo.

 

And since I know you're into some trippier rock, you should maybe check out some '69-70 era Miles.  Lots of people cite "Bitches Brew" but I really prefer "In a Silent Way," which sets the tone for drum'n'bass about 20 years prior (Tony Williams was a sick drummer), and "A Tribute to Jack Johnson" (when Miles was inspired to put together a rock band after hearing Jimi and Sly).  There is a great box for each that has some excellent outtakes and session material once you get deeper in.  A track called "Honky Tonk" has some really nasty John McLaughlin riffs and Miles playing through a fender bender that sounds real muscular.

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The Carnegie Hall recording is great...as is the story behind its discovery. Good call.

[Pete]

I repeat my offer- I will burn whatever anyone would like and would love for some to do the same for me. I do not have that Monk/Coltrane collaberation and would love for someone to rip that for me. . I would also love some Mingus and Coleman, some Blues and some classical. Heres some of my collection I am offering-

 

 

Billie Holliday-From the Original Decca Masters

Charlie Parker-Ken Burns Jazz Series

Brubeck-Time Out

Duke Ellington-At Newport

Duke and Count Basie

Herbie Hancock-Maiden Voyage

John Coltrane-Love Supreme

Coltane-Ascension

Coltrane-Blue Trane

Coltrane-Giant Steps

Coltrane-Ken Burns picks

Coltrane-Stellar Regions

Coltrane-Soultrane

Louis Armstrong-Hot 5s and 7s

Miles-Birth of Cool

Miles-Aura

Miles-Kind of Blue

Miles-Live Miles

Miles-At Carnegie

Miles-On the Corner

Miles-Bitches Brew 4 disc box set

Miles-Porgy and Bess

Miles-Sketches of Spain

the Quintet-at Massey Hall

Monk-Monks Dream

Monk-Straight No Chaser

Boney James- Sweet Thing

Errol Garner-Concert By the Sea

Mo Better Blues soundtrack

 

If interested PM me- I will have CDs out in the mail tomorrow- cheers!

[ajzepp]

Dang Pete, you are a cultured mofo! That looks like a pretty damn nice collection of music! I know I already said it above, but I'm really impressed with you guys....I had no idea you guys were this knowledgable about jazz music!

 

The people on this site never cease to amaze me.....

[Pete]

Dang Pete, you are a cultured mofo!  That looks like a pretty damn nice collection of music! I know I already said it above, but I'm really impressed with you guys....I had no idea you guys were this knowledgable about jazz music! 

 

The people on this site never cease to amaze me.....

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Thanks man! You know your classical so right back at you! I cook too-I just marinated a flank steak(Dijon, lemon, soy sauce, garlic, chipotle, worcestershire, chili peppers, olive oil) for tomorrow- heating up my cast iron pan for a perfectly seared NY Strip, potatoes au gratin with Gruyere, and fresh steamed green beans from my local farm market....oh and some Barolo wine with that- cheers! All while listening to Monks Dream

[ajzepp]

Thanks man!  You know your classical so right back at you!  I cook too-I just marinated a flank steak(Dijon, lemon, soy sauce, garlic, chipotle, worcestershire, chili peppers, olive oil) for tomorrow- heating up my cast iron pan for a perfectly seared NY Strip, potatoes au gratin with Gruyere, and fresh steamed green beans from my local farm market....oh and some Barolo wine with that- cheers!  All while listening to Monks Dream

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lol, that's awesome....someone at work was telling me about Ruth's Chris steakhouse today at work, and it turned into a whole conversation about steak....an ex-girlfriend of mine and I went to visit a couple of our friends about fifteen years ago and they had some sort of marinade for the steaks they prepared.....it was one of the best dinners I've ever had. There's nothing like good food, good music, and good drink

[Pete]

lol, that's awesome....someone at work was telling me about Ruth's Chris steakhouse today at work, and it turned into a whole conversation about steak....an ex-girlfriend of mine and I went to visit a couple of our friends about fifteen years ago and they had some sort of marinade for the steaks they prepared.....it was one of the best dinners I've ever had. There's nothing like good food, good music, and good drink

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my favorite steak recipe ever- so easy-

 

 

1+ inch thick Rib Eye at room temperture

Heat oven to 500 degrees and put cast iron pan in it and let it get hot as hell

 

cut garlic clove in half and rub all over steak

rub with salt and pepper(I like to add a touch of cayenne too) on both sides

baste with very little olive oil

 

heat burner to high and put cast iron on it. Throw the steak in and sear for 30 seconds then flip with tongs, sear 30 seconds other side. Throw pan back into oven and cook for 3 minutes, then flip and cook for 3 more minutes, remove steak with tongs and let sit on plate for 5 minutes.

 

So simple but I will put that steak up against anyones. Thats how I am gonna do my NYStrip. Try it out

[ajzepp]

my favorite steak recipe ever- so easy-

1+ inch thick Rib Eye at room temperture

Heat oven to 500 degrees and put cast iron pan in it and let it get hot as hell

 

cut garlic clove in half and rub all over steak

rub with salt and pepper(I like to add a touch of cayenne too) on both sides

baste with very little olive oil

 

heat burner to high and put cast iron on it.  Throw the steak in and sear for 30 seconds then flip with tongs, sear 30 seconds other side.  Throw pan back into oven and cook for 3 minutes, then flip and cook for 3 more minutes, remove steak with tongs and let sit on plate for 5 minutes.

 

So simple but I will put that steak up against anyones.  Thats how I am gonna do my NYStrip.  Try it out

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see, if I was more aware of how to do something like that, I'd eat steak a lot more than I do. I have no problem takign the time to prepare something properly, I just don't have the know-how. What you described sounds pretty damn good to me, man!

[GoodBye]

my favorite steak recipe ever- so easy-

1+ inch thick Rib Eye at room temperture

Heat oven to 500 degrees and put cast iron pan in it and let it get hot as hell

 

cut garlic clove in half and rub all over steak

rub with salt and pepper(I like to add a touch of cayenne too) on both sides

baste with very little olive oil

 

heat burner to high and put cast iron on it.  Throw the steak in and sear for 30 seconds then flip with tongs, sear 30 seconds other side.  Throw pan back into oven and cook for 3 minutes, then flip and cook for 3 more minutes, remove steak with tongs and let sit on plate for 5 minutes.

 

So simple but I will put that steak up against anyones.  Thats how I am gonna do my NYStrip.  Try it out

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Have you ever tried BBQ steak? This recipe sounds like it might taste good BBQ'd??

[Pete]

Have you ever tried BBQ steak?  This recipe sounds like it might taste good BBQ'd?? 

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Its great BBQed too but its all about the sear. The key is to get the cast iron pan hot enough- it seals in all the juices. Its also important to let the steak sit for at least 5 minutes on a plate before cutting- its gonna absorb all those juices. I am eating my strip steak right now- yummy! Try this method out and let me know how you like it. One caveat- if you dont have good hoods it will get very smoky. I ripped out my smoke detector because I love searing and the fire alarm tends to go off when I do

[GoodBye]

Its great BBQed too but its all about the sear.  The key is to get the cast iron pan hot enough- it seals in all the juices.  Its also important to let the steak sit for at least 5 minutes on a plate before cutting- its gonna absorb all those juices.  I am eating my strip steak right now- yummy!  Try this method out and let me know how you like it.  One caveat- if you dont have good hoods it will get very smoky.  I ripped out my smoke detector because I love searing and the fire alarm tends to go off when I do

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Cool, I'll try it! I've been looking for a good steak recipe. Thanks.

[ajzepp]

Cool, I'll try it!  I've been looking for a good steak recipe.  Thanks. 

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You gonna cook it for me?

[GoodBye]

You gonna cook it for me?

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Yep, of course! I'll have to try it out on my roommates first until I perfect it.

[The Dean]

my favorite steak recipe ever- so easy-

1+ inch thick Rib Eye at room temperture

Heat oven to 500 degrees and put cast iron pan in it and let it get hot as hell

 

cut garlic clove in half and rub all over steak

rub with salt and pepper(I like to add a touch of cayenne too) on both sides

baste with very little olive oil

 

heat burner to high and put cast iron on it.  Throw the steak in and sear for 30 seconds then flip with tongs, sear 30 seconds other side.  Throw pan back into oven and cook for 3 minutes, then flip and cook for 3 more minutes, remove steak with tongs and let sit on plate for 5 minutes.

 

So simple but I will put that steak up against anyones.  Thats how I am gonna do my NYStrip.  Try it out

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That's almost exactly the way i cook my steaks, too. Sometimes i'll finish them with some butter (good for the heart....doctor's kids education fund) or a red wine reduction sauce.

[Pete]

That's almost exactly the way i cook my steaks, too.  Sometimes i'll finish them with some butter (good for the heart....doctor's kids education fund) or a red wine reduction sauce.

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Butter at the end? You know what you are doing! Butter is awesome for finishing meals. Red wine reductions are nice too. As the saying goes- I love cooking with wine- sometimes I even add it to the dish. I also love Truffle oil on steak. Good food, good wine, good company. Life does not get much better then that

[Pete]

A couple TBDers generously offered to burn cds for me- many thanks to you! I would love to share some great music with y'all. I set up a cd burning exhange group on yahoo. If interested PM me and I will send an invite. Power to the people-share, share, share. Cheers!