Although virtually unknown except by a handful of true believers, Buddy Fite is nonetheless one of jazz guitar's most formidable talents. His technique — full of Kenny Burrell-style bluesy bends, Les Paul glissandos and piano-like chords that invoke Art Tatum — is traditional, yet astonishing. The title of this album is no mere catchphrase, but the musical heart and soul of sounds presented here, with not a wasted or overblown note anywhere to be found. With fine small combo readings of \"\"Here's That Rainy Day,\"\" \"\"Make It With Me\"\" and \"\"Moonlight in Vermont\"\" sitting alongside bop exercises like \"\"Tune Up,\"\" \"\"Barney's Tune\"\" and \"\"Sneakin' One,\"\" Fite's mastery of his instrument is evident. Unfortunately, there are no personnel listings, which is a real shame as Fite obviously collaborated with a number of rhythm sections, horn, string and keyboard combinations, and all of their contributions are equally tasty and supportive.
11 Moonlight in Vermont (Blackburn, Suessdorf) 38:57
12 A Day in the Life of a Fool [Black Orpheus] (Bonfá) 43:19
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Guitar Mechanics says:
It is Bob James on keys (and Key Bass) and scatting. Possibly Dave Royer or Chic Colburn on Drums. It really sounds more like Dave than Chic.(possibly Bill Thomas who was Bob and Jimmy's brother in-law) Chic was on the Buddy Fite and Friends album, also with Bob James. Bob was actually Robert Stapp , brother of Jimmy James Stapp and member of the band \"\"The King James Version\"\". Both brothers were from Oklahoma and sang and played their asses off. A natural paring with Buddy when they relocated in the Oregon/Washinton Northwest region from Laughton, Oklahoma.\"\"
Bob James played keys and Flugelhorn, Jimmy guitar and bass Patty James Jimmy's wife was a fine pop and jazz singer and still is. They became Northwest icons in the late 60s clear up until the late 80s performing in jazz clubs and Hotels all over the Northwest from Portland to Seattle. That's what I remember. Hope it helps the rest of the new listeners. Buddy was a good friend and a solid mentor of mine for a lot of years. RIP Buddy and Bob and Chic and love to their families. Gone but certainly not forgotten. A great legacy is left behind for the next generation.\"\"
Just brilliant and Lee Wuthenow on Sax. What a time in the Northwest jazz scene. Sounds like Threeplay and Buddy Fite kickin' it at George Fracasso's Prima Donna. They were of course at Ripcord Studios when they did this recording (Vancouver Washington). Groove on guys.\"\"
Thanks Guitar Mechanics for your comment on my old channel!!!
