Wednesday, April 23, 2014

Photos from Gospel choir recording / Proud Soul Heritage Kitoto Von Hebb sessions

PROUD SOUL HERITAGE 
Basic Tracks September 6, 2013
Mixing April 29, 2014

Hear the song here:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=emjP5mQn-Lw&feature=youtu.be

Backing vocal recording session
Wellspring Sound in Acton  April 22, 2014
plus first 2 mixes.

Mixes 3-10 produced on April 29, 2014.

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Photo by engineer Matt Hayes
From left to right:
Alan Maurice Rias (tenor),  Sayida Rivers-Farmer  (soprano), Austin Marks (bass) and Neni Chacín-Larreal (alto)

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Clockwise: Alan, Austin, Joe Viglione, Matt Hayes, Neni Chacín-Larreal and Sayida (center)
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Proud Soul Heritage
Written by Bobby Hebb

Recorded September 2013
Mixed April 29, 2014

Kitoto Von Hebb - Vocals
Steve Holley - Drums
Thomas Hebb - Bass

Backing chorus
Carolina Chacin / Neni Chacín-Larreal (alto)
Alan Maurice Rias (tenor)
Austin Marks (bass)
Sayida Rivers-Farmer  (soprano)
That's also Sayida's ad libs at the end


Produced by Joe Viglione
Engineered by Matt Hayes
Additional engineers: Eric Kilburn, Dave Rizzuti

Copyright (C)2014 Producer Joe Viglione, Bobby Hebb Estate
All Rights Reserved
No unauthorized duplication, please







PRODUCER'S NOTES:

The basic tracks were recorded with engineer David Rizzuti at Wellspring Sound in Acton, Massachusetts.  On the session were Gerry Beaudoin on guitar, Thomas Hebb on bass, David Maxwell on piano, Kitoto Von Hebb on vocals and Steve Holley on drums.




We recorded two takes of "Proud Soul Heritage" as well as a take of "Love You" (another Bobby Hebb song, never commercially released until the recording at this session) and "Got My Mojo Workin'" -  Maxwell, Holley and Thomas Hebb performing on an earlier recording I produced of Bobby Hebb and his nephew Thomas.

Peter Calo was scheduled to play guitar with Gerry Beaudoin but Jimmy "Up Up And Away" Webb needed Peter to perform on TV in New York City so Peter sent us his guitar work via Dropbox.

The first take of "Proud Soul Heritage" is lovely (this one is the second take) and stands on its own.  It is the same tempo as this but a different groove.  I love them both.   Calo, Beaudoin, Holley, Maxwell and Thomas Hebb are on Version 1.  Steve Holley also plays tambourine on it.   Version 2 features a guitarist friend of Thomas Hebb's as well as a pianist/organist friend of bassist Thomas Hebb.   I will publish their names when permission is granted.
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I contacted original arranger Joe Renzetti (arranger of the original "Sunny" produced by Jerry Ross; producer of the disco "Sunny '76" on Laurie Records and the arranger of the original dance version of Proud Soul Heritage - the follow up to "Sunny disco" on Laurie Records.  I also contacted co-producer Stephen Sharmat about the original master tapes.  We thought of having Kitoto Von Hebb duet with her dad on the original, but the key is different, so I put a sample of Bobby's performance at the beginning of this, and we created our own rendition from scratch.   


THE VOCAL ARRANGEMENT
I gave the four vocalists the lyrics typed out on an 8 1/2 x 11 and asked for the "ooooos" to start things off.  My initial idea was to march a choir alongside the lead vocal a la "Oh, Happy Day" but also wanted the four vocalists to be comfortable doing what they do naturally - especially since we had never worked together before.

The four voices kicked in with "force of emotion" - brought in the "ooos" and then brought their own arranging and harmonies into the mix.   The team effort brought something very extraordinary. I had asked for some ad-libbing from each and gave great latitude, but it wasn't until studio owner Eric Kilburn came in and asked for the ad-libs again that they happened.  Great teamwork.


What Neni, Sayida, Alan and Austin came up with in harmonies is magical. As a producer I had to consider whether to ask them to track more for the original idea (think again: "Oh, Happy Day") but with the tempo of the tune being slower it was best to not overwork the superb vocalists.   It's a judgment call, and as much as the temptation to "overproduce" is always present (one doesn't have to utilize everything, but to have it on tape gives additional options) the vocalists were "happening" and doing what they do best.    After a final listen we took some photos and everyone got to go home with a job well done.


Great people and a great experience on Tuesday, April 22.

Director Jay LaFond (cameraman on The Yardbirds DVD Making Tracks) videotaped the session and we might add that to the video.  Jay said at the conclusion of the session "I know I was part of something very special tonight."  Indeed! 

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CROSSING GENRES
This new recording is pop, gospel, blues, northern soul and more.  It is a tribute to Bobby Hebb's songwriting genius and to the players and engineers a tip of the hat for a superb set of performances all the way around.   Thank you everyone for participating on this wonderful song and recording.




On September 6, 2013 we recorded the basic tracks to Proud Soul Heritage.  Five months later on February 6, 2014 Kitoto Von Hebb performed at the Apollo Theater with Mary Wilson of the Supremes, Leslie Uggams, Gary US Bonds, Lloyd Price, Bettye LaVette and many others.

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Thursday, April 17, 2014

Rest in Peace Little Joe Cook of The Thrillers, colleague of Bobby Hebb's

Anyone who has visited the Cantab (a club this writer first performed at in 1974) knew the legendary hit artist Little Joe Cook.  We lost Little Joe this week.  









Rest in Peace.  A gifted artist, a great human being, a good friend.

Here are a couple of my reviews of Joe's music:


RIP LITTLE JOE COOK

The Top 25 song from 1957, "Peanuts," leads off this majestic 32-song compilation released by Little Joe Cook's own Beantown International in 1997. This generous disc is a very easy listen for fans of rock & roll, rhythm and blues, pop, and American music. The falsetto on "Peanuts" inspired Frankie Valli; in fact, the Four Seasons recorded the tune, although it was credited to another songwriter on their disc (and other covers as well, for a very long time). After a lengthy battle, Cook has set the record straight. A true pioneer, the 14-page booklet that comes with the CD is chock full of photos and information. Alternate takes of "Cherry," "This I Know," "Please Don't Go," and "Peanuts" are here, along with the "Peanuts" sequel, "The Echoes Keep Calling Me," Cook's rendition of "For Sentimental Reasons," and his classic version of "Stay." Although Cook did not enjoy the recognition of a record based on his style, "Stay" has been a staple in his live show for four decades. Everything on this collection has vintage sound, and really on-target performances.  read more here: http://www.allmusic.com/album/a-blast-from-the-past-the-legendary-little-joe-cook-the-thrillers-mw00...


IN GOD WE TRUST - Little Joe Cook
http://www.allmusic.com/album/in-god-we-trust-mw0000993010

Little Joe Cook was a close personal friend and appeared on Visual Radio many times.  He will be missed 

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Jose Feliciano is alive! However, José 'Cheo' Feliciano Dies In A Car Accident - a different Jose Feliciano


Jose Feliciano, singer of "Light My Fire," "Feliz Navidad" and two spectacular versions of Bobby Hebb's "Sunny" is alive.

a different Jose Feliciano known as "Cheo" 
passed away

José 'Cheo' Feliciano Dies In A Car Accident

 SEE STORY BELOW:



Jose Feliciano - studio version of "Sunny"
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3qrHxj85kNQ

Feliz Navidad
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tVJiftUVpWA

Light My Fire
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3dLtiFrykqQ

JOSE FELICIANO SUNNY DANCE REMIX
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5vrGFlT3VL8

SUNNY live on the Rolf Harris Show, 1967, Jose Feliciano
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CgXw734zr1w

Jose Feliciano
http://josefeliciano.com/wp/

My friend Bobby Hebb loved Jose's rendition.  Bobby visited us in Medford many times, including a memorial show the day after Frank Sinatra died in 1998.


José 'Cheo' Feliciano Dies In A Car Accident


He said it is unclear what led to the crash, adding that officials did not find any drugs or alcohol in the car.
His wife of 56 years, Socorro "Coco" Prieto Leon, told reporters that Feliciano had been at a casino Wednesday night.
"He was the only man in my life," Prieto said as she cried. "I thank everyone for the love they had for him."
Puerto Rico Gov. Alejandro Garcia Padilla declared three days of mourning, saying, "Today, Puerto Rico lost one of its greatest voices."

U.S. Rep. Nydia Velazquez issued a statement calling Feliciano a treasure to Puerto Ricans and to many New Yorkers.
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2014/04/17/jose-feliciano-dies_n_5166388.html

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RIP LITTLE JOE COOK

The Top 25 song from 1957, "Peanuts," leads off this majestic 32-song compilation released by Little Joe Cook's own Beantown International in 1997. This generous disc is a very easy listen for fans of rock & roll, rhythm and blues, pop, and American music. The falsetto on "Peanuts" inspired Frankie Valli; in fact, the Four Seasons recorded the tune, although it was credited to another songwriter on their disc (and other covers as well, for a very long time). After a lengthy battle, Cook has set the record straight. A true pioneer, the 14-page booklet that comes with the CD is chock full of photos and information. Alternate takes of "Cherry," "This I Know," "Please Don't Go," and "Peanuts" are here, along with the "Peanuts" sequel, "The Echoes Keep Calling Me," Cook's rendition of "For Sentimental Reasons," and his classic version of "Stay." Although Cook did not enjoy the recognition of a record based on his style, "Stay" has been a staple in his live show for four decades. Everything on this collection has vintage sound, and really on-target performances.  read more here: http://www.allmusic.com/album/a-blast-from-the-past-the-legendary-little-joe-cook-the-thrillers-mw00...


IN GOD WE TRUST - Little Joe Cook
http://www.allmusic.com/album/in-god-we-trust-mw0000993010

Little Joe Cook was a close personal friend and appeared on Visual Radio many times.  He will be missed, as will Jose Feliciano.


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Saturday, April 12, 2014

CD Cover Wis a wiS EIGSPUID




Wis a wiS  CD cover
Includes a cover of Bobby Hebb's "Sunny"
Track 6.

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Track 2 is the James Bond Theme





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Wednesday, April 09, 2014

Miesbacher Duo releases first CD

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Wis à Wis

Mies Bach - Franz Jetzinger (saxophone) and Barbara Gasteiger (harp) bring as a duo Wis Wis à released their first album.

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Franz Jetzinger

Kontakt
info@franzjetzinger.de

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Miesbacher Duo veröffentlicht erste CD

"Eigspuid" - Insert the title of the first album of the duo Wis Wis Á, behind the harpist Barbara Gasteiger and saxophonist Franz Jetzinger, says it all. For in the ambiguity of the title not just stuck the word "import, play on tape" and the reference to the home of the Bavarian artist, but also the good cooperation between the two. And after eight years Jetzinger and Gasteiger really a good team. Already with the first track of the album, a cover of the classic "New Blues" by Deborah Henson-Conant, they prove that saxophone and harp very well together.
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In addition to an original composition by now Inger ("I cried"), on the CD are eleven known cover, among other things, "Sunny" by Bobby Hebb, the "James Bond Theme" by Monty Norman and "Mas que Nada" by Jorge Lima Menezes, to find. , 
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Said the 27-year-old saxophonist and awardee of "On the CD of our favorites of recent years are" "Young Musicians".
http://www.merkur-online.de/lokales/region-miesbach/miesbach/miesbacher-bringt-erste-raus-3464173.html

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Arcizans-Avant. In April, in Pierrot 

Published on 04/05/2014 at 03:50 

Sunday, April 6: Roudolpho from 8:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.; free participation.

Roudolpho is a two-headed orchestra, big band bipolar. In this association of benefactors of hilarity, one is wacky, the other phlegmatic. Unless it is the opposite ..


Yannick Puybaret, saxophonist and troublemaker (CUF, fasten boaLbus, Lous Astiaous, Orchestra Miss Durin, etc..) And Nicolas Poirier, singer-guitarist (Pigzwilltoast the Prime Redhead, Machine Co., Liquidation por Jubilation, etc.).

Sunday 13: Dulce y otros Coplay Palos, from 8:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.; free participation.

The kind called " copla " , born in the "30" in Spain, rooted in flamenco. But his penchant for French music of the period, one that tells a story, gives it a special character . Flamenco , copla takes the rhythmic and harmonic of the French song styles, it takes the narrative structure, romantic and romantic side. As if history was repeating itself , this musical project born , born from the meeting of Esther Villa , Barcelona, ​​and Alain Fourtine , the French Hautes- Pyrenees. After years of games with the bolero, copla , love song , they decided to embark on this project. A new directory takes shape during the summer of 2010 , made with tenderness and sensitivity in their own way , and which invites the heart to reverse .

Saturday 26 : Trination Guitar Trio, from 8:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. ; free participation.

Gaston Pose comes with a new draft Franco- Argentine- Australian , the Guitar Trio Trination , just after the release of their first album . Always fed jazz influences, choro , bossa nova , samba, blues , funk . Found in their repertoire of jazz greats Dizzy Gillespie, Charlie Parker, Tom Jobim, Bobby Hebb, Duke Ellington, Django Reinhardt.

http://www.ladepeche.fr/article/2014/04/05/1856316-arcizans-avant-en-avril-chez-pierrot.html


Saturday, April 05, 2014

Bobby Hebb in the news - comedian Somuncu discusses CRO's EASY (sample of Bobby Hebb's "Sunny" )


COMEDIAN SOMUNCU DISCUSSES THE SAMPLE OF BOBBY HEBB'S 'SUNNY' BY RAPPER CRO
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http://www.planet-interview.de/interviews/serdar-somuncu/44169/

Somuncu

tomorrow I'm serious

On 01 April, the comedian Somuncu went for the last time as a "hate preacher" on the stage. We spoke with him at length about Thomas Bernhard, his hip-hop project, cynicism, and the transformation from hate preachers for romantics.



http://www.planet-interview.de/interviews/serdar-somuncu/44169/

Well. Cro has added to "Sunny" by Bobby Hebb but still good stuff.
 
Somuncu: Yes. And that meets a certain time taste, but it is not new. "Sunny" or the word "easy" to sing so - that existed.

And because they have become manipulable, buy kids now, for example, an album, rapping on the Kollegah and Farid Bang 

 
Somuncu: Also representing the lifestyle of a very specific clientele and to the which is tailored  there are many anglicisms built into the language, which make clear that this includes - although the buyer of this music would not use that language so.


Na ja. Cro hat zu „Sunny“ von Bobby Hebb aber noch Einiges hinzugefügt.
 
Somuncu: Ja. Und das trifft einen bestimmten Zeitgeschmack, aber es ist nicht neu. „Sunny“ bzw. das Wort „easy“ so zu singen – das gab es schon.


Und weil sie manipulierbar geworden sind, kaufen Kids jetzt zum Beispiel ein Album, auf dem Kollegah und Farid Bang rappen „Deiner Bitch gehts finanziell nicht gut / Ich sag ihr komm in mein Bordell wenn du ne Stelle suchst “?

Somuncu: Auch das repräsentiert das Lebensgefühl einer ganz bestimmten Klientel und auf die ist das zugeschnitten. Die Frau wird als „Bitch“ bezeichnet, es werden viele Anglizismen in die Sprache eingebaut, die klar machen, dass man dazugehört – obwohl die Käufer dieser Musik diese Sprache so gar nicht gebrauchen würden.

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Wednesday, April 02, 2014

Jennifer Love Hewitt played Nancy Sinatra performing "Sunny" on TV

Sunny-side up

Jennifer performed "Sunny" on TV, we'd love to hear it on a full album!

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cool_with_You:_The_Platinum_Collection
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Jennifer Love-Hewitt

http://www.latimes.com/la-et-rcr-jennifer-love-hewitt-photo,0,5359363.photo#axzz2xllksXmT 

 

Jennifer Love Hewitt  performing "These Boots Are Made For Walkin' " on the American Dreams TV series followed up by Bobby Hebb's "Sunny."  Frank Sinatra recorded "Sunny" but, to our knowledge, Nancy has yet to create a version!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hQmOX4UfcaQ

 

Jennifer Love Hewitt Reveals Wedding Dress She Wore While 9 Months Pregnant!

 We still can't believe that Jennifer Love Hewitt and husband Brian Hallisay got married only five days before she gave birth to their daughter Autumn back in November!

"She came early!" the 35-year-old actress told us exclusively of her quickie, low-key wedding (it was just the two of them) last night. "It was just under the wire."

So what did Hewitt wear to tie the knot while nine months pregnant? "I wore the only thing in my closet that fit me!" she laughed, adding, "Which was a really nice cotton maxi dress and that was it!"
http://www.eonline.com/news/527726/jennifer-love-hewitt-reveals-wedding-dress-she-wore-while-9-months-pregnant?cmpid=rss-000000-rssfeed-365-celebritynews&utm_source=eonline&utm_medium=rssfeeds&utm_campaign=rss_celebritynews 

Jennifer Love Hewitt Is Blonde Again Post-Baby Autumn: See Her Makeover!


Read more: http://www.usmagazine.com/celebrity-beauty/news/jennifer-love-hewitt-is-blonde-again-post-baby-autumn-see-her-makeover-201414#ixzz2xllElTqA
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 Jennifer Love-Hewitt and Jennifer Lopez both have a "SUNNY" connection!

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