Though not Jazz Fest NOLA this must rate one of the greatest performances ever captured on film. Two titans who were to leave us soon after. I’m pasting in Stephanie DePue’s review from Amazon: “Louis Armstrong: Good Evening Ev’rybody,” an invaluable live concert recording, is based on never before publicly seen footage of the entertainer’s 70th…
It was a dream come true (as they say) to finally visit “Pops” Corona house and take in the archives at Queens run by Ricky Riccardi, who did such a brilliant job in writing Pops’ biography. The highlights: 1. What is striking is that all employees, paid or volunteer, are so passionate about “Pops.” 2.…
In anticipation of visiting the hallowed turf that is the Louis Armstrong House Museum, the archives and meeting the archivist and author of the most excellent biography, here is Ricky’s latest “Pops” post. JazzLouis ArmstrongLouis Armstrong and his Hot FiveLouis Armstrong and his Hot Sevenlouis armstrong housemusicnew orleanspopsRicky RiccardiSatchmoWhat a Wonderful World
A short tribute to NOLA food to the accompaniment of Pops and Bing. Pops’ favourite in featured image. bing crosbyfoodLouis Armstrongnew orleansNOLA
Yet another great posting from “the keeper of the flame.” And yes, I for one would like to see the fruits of Ricky’s research made available in book form. JazzLouis ArmstrongmusicRicky Riccardi
A lovely piece by the very excellent Ricky Riccardi who tells the story. One could just imagine how big, musical and wild “Pop’s” funeral would have been were it held in NOLA (see the Italian coverage of the Flushing funeral that Ricky has posted). ArmstrongJack TeagardenJazzLouis ArmstrongRicky RiccardiVelma Middleton
A nice piece (an analogy) by Matt Glaser that’s been around for a while. If all of Western philosophy is merely commentary on Plato, then all of jazz is, in some sense, commentary on Louis. Armstrong’s achievement is amply evident in two solos on “Basin Street Blues.” JazzLouis Armstrongmatt glaserPhilosophy
The smooth, classy but and never bland maestro behind so many others here on top form and without (for the most part) his own dulcet vocals – only a genius can always squeeze something new from other geniuses. My personal favourites – the tracks that really swing! Get the album The Bright Mississippi (the track listing not…
Here is a lovely article (with recordings) featuring the very excellent Ricky Riccardi, author of the superb biography of Pops. ChristmasLouis Armstronglouis armstrong houseRicky Riccardi
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