I’m just back from a splendid evening’s fun playing with my Quartet at HullJazz. We had a really good time with a receptive audience, as it always is over there in East Yorkshire.
My thanks go to the club promoter; Ken Ford, and the guys in the band; Rob Barron (Piano), Tony Faulkner (Drums) and, particularly, Nigel Slee (Bass). Nigel was good enough to step in at the last minute after our regular bassist; Adrian Knowles, was taken ill with food poisoning. Get Well Soon Adrian.
I’m really pleased with how the band is shaping up. We only get to play together very occasionally since I’m almost constantly touring with The Rat Pack, but when we do it’s not only pleasing on the ear but very enjoyable too. They’re a great bunch of guys and I look forward to getting into the studio at our earliest convenience.
Talking of recording, I remembered to bootleg the gig tonight. Only the 2nd set unfortunately – apparently I failed to hit Record properly to begin with – but if the sound quality is reasonable, I’ll be sure to post a couple of tunes over at BryanDavis.info for your delectation and delight. We’ll see…
Greetings also to Dave Bell, an old friend who I was pleased to see for the first time in a few years. Dave is a great Jazz enthusiast with a formidable collection of recorded music. I welcome him back to these shores following a brief emigration to Iceland. Great to see you Dave!!!