Smiley Winters Etc. Rare 2 LP Arhoolie Spiritual Jazz

$ 27

$ 27 Sold For

Jun 6, 2011 Sold Date

May 30, 2011 Start Date

$ 25 Start price

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Up for bid is a rare 2 LP set, "Smiley Etc.," by Smiley Winters. See pictures for song list. This was released by Arhoolie (8004/5) in 1960. Here is a review of this LP set from the internet:

On this two-record set, each disc provides a different side of the versatile Smiley Winters. The first three cuts -- the entirety of disc one -- are all free jazz barnburners with explosive playing by all. Fans of jazz releases on the ESP or BYG labels should know what to expect here: lots of free blowing with some very intense moments. Among other things, four extra drummers and Donald Rafael Garrett's yelping vocals on the title track make the first disc an exhausting but highly rewarding experience. Particularly impressive are multi-reedman Bert Wilson (on soprano sax, tenor sax, and bass clarinet) and trumpeter Barbara Donald. On these numbers, Wilson slashes and soars to Ayler-esque heights and Donald just flat-out rips. These tracks either employ no discernible predetermined structure or ones similar to, say, Sunny Murray's Sunshine on BYG (i.e., quick runs of three or so notes apiece that don't waste any time dissolving into free improvisation). The second disc changes gears with an alarming halt. Its opener, "Frank's Blues," is a piano blues for trio that wouldn't sound out of place on an early Freddie Redd session. Otherwise, expect another, decidedly more post-bop Wilson and Donald workout as well as the Latin-tinged "Just Steppin'." The bass and drum duet "Smiley's Mini Drum Suite" closes out the set. In a perfect world, Bert Wilson and Barbara Donald would be stars of the late-'60s free jazz era, but they aren't, so the opportunity to hear them on this fine record (as well as on Sonny Simmons' Music From the Spheres) is one that fans of spirited free improvisation shouldn't miss. Highly recommended. ~ Brandon Burke

Personnel: Smiley Winters (drums); Rafael Garrett (vocals, flute, horns); Michael White (violin); Bert Wilson (bass clarinet, soprano saxophone, tenor saxophone); Barbara Donald (trumpet); Mike O'Barra (piano, congas, bongos); Frank Jackson (piano); James Zitro (drums, congas, bongos); Eddie Marshall , Paul Smith (drums).

Recording information: Newman Center, Berkeley, CA (02/07/1969/03/19/1969); Sierra Sound Studio, Berkeley, CA (02/07/1969/03/19/1969).

Personnel includes: Smiley Winters (drums); Rafael Garrett (vocals, flute, bass); Bert Wilson (tenor & bass clarinets, soprano saxophone, tenor saxophone); Frank Jackson (piano).

Producers: Smiley Winters, Chris Strachwitz.

Both LPs are VG++, with a couple of tiny faint scuffs on all sides and no spindle wear. There is minimal surface noise (some intermittent crackle). Gatefold jacket is VG+, with no seam splits. There is a crease in the front upper left and lower left corners. There is corner wear on all corners. There is light ring wear on the front and back of the jacket. Jacket retains a nice gloss and is very clean. Don't miss your chance to pick up this rare set, in beautiful condition! If multiple items are won, we will combine items for a shipping discount. Any questions feel free to email. Item will be securely packaged and shipped via media mail within the US. Shipping outside the US is via USPS First Class International. In regards to a return policy: In the event that this item is not as it is described, we do accept returns. This has been very rare for us to have to do so, whatever the circumstance. Buyer must pay shipping to return item back to us for a full refund. Item must be returned in the condition that it was in when we shipped it. Please understand, this is not intended for buyers to abuse this system, so SERIOUS BIDDERS ONLY.

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