Fred Wesley & the J.B.’s > Doin’ It To Death (full version)
Composed by James Brown

I’ve paid a lot of attention to James Brown on this tumblr, and with good reason, dontcha think? Well, during this first Best of KLM Week, it wouldn’t be justice to ignore my favorite dance track of the 70s, a crumb he tossed his loyal buds.

Best of KLM Week #5 
Legends of Soul #7, #22, & #23

Hank Jones > Blue Monk
Composed by Thelonious Monk

Hank is usually referred to as “elegant” but he swings as hard as anyone. But, I have to say, I just love the way he makes Monk just, ah, smoooooth.

Best of KLM Week #4 
Legends of the Piano #6 

Harold Melvin & The Blue Notes
Featuring Teddy Pendergrass >
The Love I Lost

This track reminded me why the greatest pop singers are the total equal to the greatest jazz musicians. And it took a moment of sadness and made me happy.

Best of KLM Week #3 
Legends of Soul #21

The Toys > A Lover’s Concerto

A critic once said “few records are this perfect.” I’d have to agree, but what do expect when it’s build on a perfect Bach melody?

Best of KLM Week #2

Elvis Costello > Pump It Up
Composed by Elvis Costello

I’m away from my library this week, so it felt like a good time to revisit some of my faves.

Best of KLM Week #1
Legends of Rock #5