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Through his work as producer, composer, arranger and consummate session man, New Orleans native Allen Toussaint has truly earned
living-legend status. He's collaborated on landmark recordings for such artists as Ernie K. Doe, Lee Dorsey, Dr. John, the Meters, the
Pointer Sisters and Labelle and released acclaimed albums of his own. The 70 year-old pianist, already a Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
Inductee, was the recipient, on the recent Grammy Awards telecast, of the Recording Academy s prestigious Trustee Award, honoring a lifetime in the studio, both behind the scenes and in front of the mic. On The Bright Mississippi, his Nonesuch debut, Toussaint continues to break new ground with his first jazz-oriented set, displaying the same effortless swing and relaxed charm he brought to his classic rock and roll sides. He salutes Big Easy stars of a previous generation, the jazz greats who, in the early 20th century, built the genre from the ground up and turned the ears of the world to New Orleans.
living-legend status. He's collaborated on landmark recordings for such artists as Ernie K. Doe, Lee Dorsey, Dr. John, the Meters, the
Pointer Sisters and Labelle and released acclaimed albums of his own. The 70 year-old pianist, already a Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
Inductee, was the recipient, on the recent Grammy Awards telecast, of the Recording Academy s prestigious Trustee Award, honoring a lifetime in the studio, both behind the scenes and in front of the mic. On The Bright Mississippi, his Nonesuch debut, Toussaint continues to break new ground with his first jazz-oriented set, displaying the same effortless swing and relaxed charm he brought to his classic rock and roll sides. He salutes Big Easy stars of a previous generation, the jazz greats who, in the early 20th century, built the genre from the ground up and turned the ears of the world to New Orleans.
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61 of 62 people found the following review helpful
By jazzias
Format:Audio CD
The 71-year-old piano icon fron New Orleans has a released a recording, which is simply dynamic, atmospheric and fizzing.
It's a pleasant amalgam of versions of classic compositions and jazz standards (ranging from Duke Ellington and Django Reinhardt to Louis Armstrong and Thelonious Monk) which sometimes make the listeners rise to their feet and feel groovy.
The theme is Toussaint's acknowledgement and affirmation of the artistic, historical and spiritual connections that have made New Orleans the powerful jazz force it has become over the past decades.
The renowned producer Joe Henry (who had already worked with Toussaint on the CD "The River In Reverse" with Elvis Costello), suggested he revisit the city's jazz era.
For the new recording, which provides a stimulating exploration of Allen Toussaint's unique talents, the "Moses of New Orleans" teams with a cast of heavy weight cats : clarinetist Don Byron, trumpeter Nicholas Payton, guitarist Marc Ribot and, on a track a piece, pianist Brad Mehldau and saxophonist Joshua Redman.
His piano versions of standards such as "Winin' Boy Blues" showcase his utter nonchalance and diplay that funk was always in the Big Easy's blood.
There are rhythms, which are elegant and infectious and spiritual, soulful vibes, in the spirit of a fine evening of Crescent City-inspired music.
The silky, lyrical piano touch and improvisational sweep from Toussaint can give even Herbie Hancock a run.
The results is a very enjoyable and relaxed listening: there was never any doubt Allen Toussaint's long awaited and almost first jazz solo album would be anything other than magnificent.
My favourite tracks: "Dear Old Southland", "West End Blues" and "Bright Mississippi".
Update. The album debuts at # 2 of the Billboard Top Jazz Albums.
Issue date: 2009-05-09
The Allen Toussaint Collection
The River in Reverse
It's a pleasant amalgam of versions of classic compositions and jazz standards (ranging from Duke Ellington and Django Reinhardt to Louis Armstrong and Thelonious Monk) which sometimes make the listeners rise to their feet and feel groovy.
The theme is Toussaint's acknowledgement and affirmation of the artistic, historical and spiritual connections that have made New Orleans the powerful jazz force it has become over the past decades.
The renowned producer Joe Henry (who had already worked with Toussaint on the CD "The River In Reverse" with Elvis Costello), suggested he revisit the city's jazz era.
For the new recording, which provides a stimulating exploration of Allen Toussaint's unique talents, the "Moses of New Orleans" teams with a cast of heavy weight cats : clarinetist Don Byron, trumpeter Nicholas Payton, guitarist Marc Ribot and, on a track a piece, pianist Brad Mehldau and saxophonist Joshua Redman.
His piano versions of standards such as "Winin' Boy Blues" showcase his utter nonchalance and diplay that funk was always in the Big Easy's blood.
There are rhythms, which are elegant and infectious and spiritual, soulful vibes, in the spirit of a fine evening of Crescent City-inspired music.
The silky, lyrical piano touch and improvisational sweep from Toussaint can give even Herbie Hancock a run.
The results is a very enjoyable and relaxed listening: there was never any doubt Allen Toussaint's long awaited and almost first jazz solo album would be anything other than magnificent.
My favourite tracks: "Dear Old Southland", "West End Blues" and "Bright Mississippi".
Update. The album debuts at # 2 of the Billboard Top Jazz Albums.
Issue date: 2009-05-09
The Allen Toussaint Collection
The River in Reverse
22 of 25 people found the following review helpful
By T. Klaase
Format:Audio CD|Amazon Verified Purchase
Talk about All Stars - look at all the wonderful musicians on this recording... One would be hard pressed to see Marc Ribot playing New Orleans-style anywhere else, although he did cover St. James Infirmary on his solo album "Saints"....
Oddly enough for me, I was more intrigued with the cast than Toussaint himself, but he's won me over with smart selections and lovely playing. Each song has that majestical new orleans feel that one can only understand having come from that environment.
Great job Nonsuch too - for recognizing the need for a project like this... 4 stars...
Oddly enough for me, I was more intrigued with the cast than Toussaint himself, but he's won me over with smart selections and lovely playing. Each song has that majestical new orleans feel that one can only understand having come from that environment.
Great job Nonsuch too - for recognizing the need for a project like this... 4 stars...
7 of 7 people found the following review helpful
By Teach
Format:Audio CD|Amazon Verified Purchase
How good is this album exactly? Take your bad self out in the back yard some sweet summer afternoon with a bucket of ice, some branch water, a jug of bourbon, and a big fat glass. Put this on. Listen, sip, ponder, sip, and repeat. Wonder why N'awlins folks march at funerals? This explains. Curious how the city could come back after Katrina? This'll tell. Ever pondered on how that strange, powerful mix of joy and sadness can soothe and uplift at the same time? Answer's right here, partner. Allen Toussaint knows all and explains it as clearly, smoothly, and easily as that bourbon in your hand. The South -- yep, that mythic, historical, literal, real, figurative place -- in all its art forms has always tempered joyful exuberance with the blue melancholia of loss. If a city is emblematic of that seeming contradiction in emotions, New Orleans is it. If there's a New Orleans musician who can play that complex emotional gumbo, Allen Toussaint is the man, this is the music, and this is the album. Take another sip.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great New Orleans Music
Allen Toussaint has taken a collection of jazz tunes already known from the likes of Jelly Roll Morton, Duke Ellington and Thelonious Monk to name a few and given them his own... Read more
Published 6 days ago by jambro
5.0 out of 5 stars
Very good cd.
I am always hesitant to buy a cd because often you end up liking only a couple of tunes on the album. But not the case here, whole album is good. would recommend it to anyone.
Published 4 months ago by Judith Gervais
5.0 out of 5 stars
Beautiful Music
Allen Toussaint is a musical treasure, and "The Bright Mississippi" is an excellent example of his talent. I have thoroughly enjoyed this CD.
Published 6 months ago by Dan R. Beto
1.0 out of 5 stars
The Bright Mississippi DVD
I was unable to play this on my DVD player, which works for other DVDs. It comes up with OFF at the right side of the screen. Can you help me with this problem? Read more
Published 12 months ago by Joan Cummings
5.0 out of 5 stars
Terrific
I happened to hear a cut from this CD called "Singin the Blues" on the Doug McIntyre's Red Eye radio program at about 2 in the morning about 2 months ago and I was hooked. Read more
Published 18 months ago by Ricellus
5.0 out of 5 stars
Flawless
Very few recordings merit 5 stars in my mind. Almost any great album possesses a flaw or two. In the context of its genre, it is impossible to find fault with this work.
Published on February 17, 2011 by Abe Fan
5.0 out of 5 stars
Roots that still grow
That's good s#*t, Allen, coming from a N.O. expatriate fan of the song choice & of the man behind it... songs I grew up with in N.O. Read more
Published on January 22, 2011 by Sax Lover
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great Music
This is my first CD from this artist. I play it over and over. Song selection and arrangement is just great. Read more
Published on January 1, 2011 by Nona Kahona
5.0 out of 5 stars
allen toussaint blows my mind
yes I found out late about this recording.
I do wish to hear more toussaint
I found out after coming informed
that Mssr. Read more
I do wish to hear more toussaint
I found out after coming informed
that Mssr. Read more
Published on December 7, 2010 by ambrose
5.0 out of 5 stars
Excellent
In his tradition, Allen Toussaint continues with the finest of music entertainment. If you enjoy music with expression and flawless performance, this CD is for you. Read more
Published on November 21, 2010 by Kenneth Eichholz
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