Addis, Ethiopia by KV, part 2.
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Current Top Ten Stereo Cuts
- Christmann-Gustafsson-Lovens, “Tr!o,” (FMP).
- Die Enttäuschung, “Die Enttäuschung,” (Intakt).
- Charles Mingus, “Mingus Ah Um,” (Columbia).
- Charles Mingus, “Mingus Dynasty,” (Columbia).
- Charles Mingus, “Oh Yeah,” (Atlantic Jazz).
- Roscoe Mitchell, “Nonaah,” (Nessa).
- Joe Morris, “Colorfield,” (ESP).
- Georg Friedrich Haas, “in vain,” (Kairos).
- Enno Poppe, “holz, knochen, öl,” (Wergo).
- Sonny Rollins and Don Cherry Quartet, “New York 1962/Stockholm 1963,” (RLR Records).
In Addition
- “Wall And Piece,” (Random House UK: 2005), by Banksy, monograph.
- “Exit Through The Gift Shop,” (Paranoid Pictures: 2010), directed by Banksy, documentary film.
- “A Prophet,” (Sony Pictures Classics: 2009), directed by Jacques Audiard, narrative film.
- “Henri Cartier-Bresson: The Modern Century,” The Art Institute of Chicago, exhibition.
- “The Jazz Loft Project: W. Eugene Smith in NYC, 1957-1965,” The Chicago Cultural Center, exhibition.
Posted by on Sep 01, 2010
THIS JUST IN: As a nice prelude to his solo show this Friday, check out an interview with Ken at TRANSISTOR CHICAGO (white audio box on main page)! Details for the concert at Transistor can be found HERE.Posted by on Aug 22, 2010
SOME RECENT PRESS:+ "The Art of Touring" article in the Chicago Tribune.
+ A review of the 2010 Konfrontationen Festival in Nickelsdorf.
+ Some notes on the the Newport Jazz festival from Jon Garelik/The Boston Phoenix.
Enjoy!
Posted by on Aug 12, 2010
Check out recent performance from POWERHOUSE SOUND at the Newport Jazz Festival at THIS LINK.Posted by on Jul 17, 2010
The Ex & Brass Unbound - UK Tour - Long from Mintonfilm on Vimeo.
SEE ALSO:
ART OF TOURING
A multi media exhibit of work by musicians inspired by touring and life on the road.
Bringing together some of the talent from the book “ART OF TOURING” ( square root books ) and the local music community to showcase creative endeavors when not rockin’ on the stage. Whether video, pictures, sketches or written word , these musicians keep their creative edge sharp while whittling away the hours in a van, on a plane or walking about the cities they frequent.
Opening July 16 2010 : 7- 11
at Johalla Projects
1561 N Milwaukee Ave
This show runs through August 7, and there will be special events July 31/Aug 1 over Wicker park fest weekend! Please check the links below for more details.
LINKS:
Miles Raymer Review
Yeti Publishing Promo Page
Johalla Projects
Radio M episode ( WBEZ ) on artists as musicians
Curated by Andrea Jablonski and Anna Cerniglia
PARTICIPATING ARTISTS ( AND RESPECTIVE BANDS )
ART OF TOURING
July 16 2010
KEN VANDERMARK ( THE VANDERMARK 5, POWERHOUSE SOUND,ETC. )
DMITRY SAMAROV ( CAB DRIVER / TAXI BLOGGER )
JIM NEWBERRY ( ROCK PHOTOG )
MARK FERGUSON ( HARDBOILED RECORDS )
MIA CLARKE ( FOLLOWS/ ELECTRELANE)
TARA JANE O’NEIL ( RODAN, RETSIN, THE KING COBRA )
NATHAN JERDE (PONYS)
TONY LAZARRA ( BLOODIEST/ FOLLOWS)
NOAH LEGER ( HEAD OF SKULLS )
JASON WARD ( SOUND ENGINEER )
LOTO BALL ( LOTO BALL/MUCCA PAZZA )
MICHELE RITCHIE ( BOBBY CONN TOUR NANNY )
BRIAN COSTELLO ( FUNCTIONAL BLACKOUTS )
DEANNA VARAGONA
STEVE KRAKOW ( PLASTIC CRIMEWAVE )
TIM RITULLI ( RED RED MEAT/CALIFONE )
ANDREA JABLONSKI ( RABID RABBIT / CAMARO ROUGE )
ARMAN MABRY ( RABID RABBIT / GALACTIC INMATE)
GINA BLACK ( THE BLACKS)
JASON WYATT FREDRICK ( LOVE STORY IN BLOOD RED)
JOHN HERNDON (TORTOISE)
STEVE GI. ( ATLAS MOTH)
BRIDEY BOWEN ( MERCH GIRL FOR AGAINST ME/SMOKE OR FIRE)
JACK THE CAMERA GUY ( CAMERA : THE ACADEMY IS AND COBRA STARSHIP)
JEREMY LEMOS ( WHITE LIGHT / SOUND ENGINEER FOR SONIC YOUTH )
KRISTEN WRIGHT ( NO USE FOR NAME)
PATRICK SANSONE ( WILCO)
IAN ANDERSON ( DEAD TO ME)
DREW GRIFFON AND KYLE WOODS ( DJ KID COLOR )
JOSH YOUNG AND CURT CAMERUCI ( FLOSSTRADAMUS )
RICK LEECH ( LONE WOLF AND CUB)
NATHAN BAKER
JACK EDINGER
ANDY MOOR ( THE EX )
ALISSA ANDERSON ( VETIVER )
Posted by on Jun 27, 2010
Fred Anderson: in memoriam-Early on the morning of Thursday, June 24th, 2010, Fred Anderson left Chicago for the last time. To call him a Jazz icon of this city is fair and right- Fred was a creative force when the AACM began in the mid 1960s, was there at the start of the resurgence of the North Side scene in the mid 1990s, ran bands and clubs throughout his 50 year career, and remained a vital Chicago artist right up until the end, at 81 years of age. I say “Chicago artist” because, though known internationally for his music, Fred Anderson was truly devoted to Chicago's Jazz scene, equally committed to his art and to running a venue in this city for presenting the music he loved.
I feel extremely fortunate to have known Fred, to have played with him, often in the late 1990's and again in more recent years, and to have recorded with him. The fact that one of my most successful performances, a concert in Millennium Park to more than 5000 people in August of 2006, was with Fred and the Territory Band makes me proud. Learning his superb compositions at the old Velvet Lounge in the winter afternoons before recording the DKV Trio's session with him in 1996 was a career highlight, and it allowed me to get more inside the inflections and power of his phrasing as he played his themes with me. Anytime we talked about the saxophone, about making music, he was always humble, encouraging me and others to “hang in there,” to “keep on playing.” Fred was incredibly inspiring as an artist because he wasn't interested in fame, he was interested in the work. His self-determination (run your own place), work ethic (long tones and scales every day), and auto didactic approach (write your own tune, go your own way), all have had direct impact on the way I think about what I do, and for this I am grateful.
The last time I saw Fred was at the the new Velvet Lounge, on Saturday, May 8th. It was the final show of a three night stand at his club; fittingly, it was with the Vandermark 5, a group that had played at the old Velvet many times. Between sets I talked to him about the upcoming Okka Fest in July, about the gig he would be playing there in a duo with Kent Kessler. Bruno Johnson's label began with one of Fred's albums, “Vintage Duets,” with Steve McCall. Fred seemed happy at the prospect of being in Milwaukee and seeing everybody connected to the festival. At the end of the evening, I packed up my horns and loaded out after having a drink at the bar, and said goodbye to Fred. He was busy stacking chairs, finishing whatever needed to be done as he always did before closing up the Velvet for the night. Pausing to look over towards me, Fred nodded as I went out. And then I heard the sound of him going back to work as the door shut behind me.
-Ken Vandermark
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A message from Fred Anderson's family:
Hello Family and Friends!
My name is Jasmine Anderson-Sebaggala, I am Fred Anderson's granddaughter. I am writing on behalf of my family. We appreciate the support and prayers for my grandfather, Fred Anderson. My Grandfather received visits and phone calls from more than 200 people. People traveled from various cities to visit him. Thanks for sharing great vibes, stories, food and love.
My grandfather died peacefully on Thursday June 24, 2010 at 3:10 a.m. He was in hospice at The Ark in Park Ridge, IL. We will miss my grandfather's presence, and cherish our memories of him. He was a humble man that helped and inspired others and loved his family and friends. The velvety smooth sounds blown from his horn remind me of his dedication, strength and courage. We will always honor his legacy, work ethic and determination. Funeral arrangements are pending.
In lieu of flowers, our family asks that donations be endorsed to AIRMW with a memo that it is for the Velvet Lounge Fund and sent to Asian Improv aRts Midwest, c/o JASC 4427 N. Clark St. Chicago, IL 60640. All proceeds will go to support keeping the Velvet Lounge open and thriving into the future.
Condolence cards and greetings can be sent to:
Jasmine Anderson-Sebaggala
2117 West Howard Street Unit 3D
Evanston Illinois 60602
Sincerely,
Jasmine Anderson-Sebaggala
Posted by on Jun 10, 2010
IMPORTANT: the KV/PNL Duo gig at the Sugar Maple in Milwaukee WI is ON for tomorrow night. All relevant details can be found HERE!Great interview with Ken posted HERE, in support of his appearance at the Suoni Fest..
Posted by on May 28, 2010
Updated information on the KONFRONTATIONEN NICKELSDORF 2010 Festival (curated by Mats Gustafsson & Hans Falb) can be viewed HERE.If you're in the neighborhood, don't forget to catch Ken's DJ set at Saki tomorrow (@ 1pm)!
More news just around the corner..
Posted by on Apr 25, 2010
++ Loads of new press articles posted HERE, including reviews of the Resonance 10CD box set, Fox Fire, the Frame Quartet's 35mm release, and many others.++ New records added to the Discography.. check them out HERE!
Posted by on Apr 16, 2010
UPDATE!+ The tour dates just keep on rolling in - view the info HERE, including details for the Velvet Lounge record release parties, OKKAFEST 2010, an encore screening of 'Musician' at the Gene Siskel Film Center, and loads more! Prepare yourselves for a all-out sonic summer, folks!
+ The details for the Suoni Per Il Popolo festival have been announced - check those out by clicking HERE.
More news just around the corner..
Posted by on Apr 02, 2010
All manner of new TOUR DATES posted.. check out the details by clicking HERE!Also, check out a Russian page about SONORE by clicking HERE.