Redux: Live at the Keystone Korner

by Eddie "Cleanhead" Vinson

Overview

Eddie "Cleanhead" Vinson was one of the most enduring artists who straddled both jazz and blues during his long career. The 2003 release of this previously unreleased live set from a 1979 gig at the Keystone Korner is a great addition to his discography. Playing with what is likely a pickup rhythm section, consisting of pianist Larry Vuckovich, bassist James Leary and drummer Eddie Marshall, Vinson revisits many of his past hits, emphasizing vocals more than instrumentals. Among the many favorites are "Kidney Stew," "Cherry Red" and especially the hilarious "Alimony Blues." Vinson still had great chops on his alto sax, offering convincing interpretations of Jimmy Smith's "Back at the Chicken Shack," and an emotional treatment of the standard "Tenderly," as well as an extended workout of his own furious bop tune "Non-Alcoholic." Although Vinson is clearly the star of the show, his rhythm section does a great job providing accompaniment. Highly recommended. ~ Ken Dryden

Product Details

Release Date:	06/17/2003
Label:	Savant
UPC:	0633842205229
Rank:	146047

Tracks

1. Kidney Stew Blues
2. They Call Me Mr. 'Cleanhead'
3. The Clean Machine
4. Back at the Chicken Shack
5. Cherry Red
6. Non-Alcoholic
7. Alimony Blues
8. I Took the Front Door in (I Took the Backdoor Out)
9. Tenderly
10. Hold It Right There

Album Credits

Performance Credits

Eddie "Cleanhead" Vinson   Primary Artist,Vocals,Sax (Alto)
Eddie Marshall   Drums
Larry Vuckovich   Piano
James Leary   Bass

Technical Credits

Joe Field   Producer
Jack Lawrence   Composer
Joe Fields   Producer
Eddie "Cleanhead" Vinson   Composer
Walter Gross   Composer
Lou Zito   Composer
Pete Johnson   Composer
Jessie Mae Robinson   Composer
Todd Barkan   Producer
Jimmy Smith   Composer
Dossie Terry   Composer
Anthony Silver   Editing,Mastering
Brad Wrolstad   Design,Art Direction
William Gray   Composer
Leona Blackman   Composer
Big Joe Turner   Composer
Bob Porter   Liner Notes