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George V Johnson, Jr.: Next In Line!
ByJohnson adapts words to musical sequences. For example on the familiar "Bitches Brew" two-note fading echo he intones "Watch Out! Watch Out! Watch Out! Watch Out!" and "Beware! Beware! Beware! Beware!" A Charlie Parker lick on "Star Eyes" comes out as "A lovely woman you are." He brings energy, enthusiasm, and confidence to his music, qualities that inspire his accompanying musicians. Unlike the many singers who hog the spotlight Johnson allows the others, notably saxophonists Arnold Sterling and Siraj, plenty of space to stretch out.
The CD sound quality is erratic.
Track Listing
Eddie Jefferson sound bite: Opening Night; My Little Suede Shoes; Star Eyes; Nigerian ju ju Highlife; Gingerbread Boy; Freedom Jazz Dance; Bitches Brew.
Personnel
George V. Johnson, Jr.
vocalsArnold Sterling
saxophone, altoBernard Samuel
pianoHerman Foster
pianoMark Johnson
drumsVictor Jones
drumsTommie McKenzie
bassAlbum information
Title: Next In Line! | Year Released: 2000 | Record Label: Your Majesty Records
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Instrument: Vocals
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