From: "Steve Smith"<ssmith36@sprynet.com> To: skip Heller <velaires@earthlink.net> Cc: florid oratory <connah@earthlink.net>, zorn-list@mailman.xmission.com Reply-To: ssmith36@sprynet.com Subject: Re: Trane's later years
The last Coltrane group is so vastly UNDERrated it's just plain sad, and in particular, Alice's role (though I can't say I'm so blown away with every album that's currently being reissued in the ongoing rehabilitation of her career). Even supporters fall prey to unwitting condescension - witness Bill Shoemaker's recent Jazz Times review, where he basically credits Alice with rolling up her sleeves and going to work like all good widows do, completely disregarding her distinguished career preceding the years with Trane. Uggh.
Yes, I have to agree on Alice Coltrane. I picked up most of Alice Coltrane's reissues this past year, and my favorite thus far is Tranfiguration. Eternity is by far the worst. But I do agree that John's last group was greatly underrated. __________________________________________________________________ Your favorite stores, helpful shopping tools and great gift ideas. Experience the convenience of buying online with Shop@Netscape! http://shopnow.netscape.com/ Get your own FREE, personal Netscape Mail account today at http://webmail.netscape.com/