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Personal Best Records: The Jack Earle Big Band

Answered by: Jack Earle

Best record you stole from your folks' collection? Stevie Wonder — Hotter Than July

First record you bought? I mean… If I'm honest it was probably The Wiggles' Hot Potato. But my first introduction to jazz were two compilation albums; Miles Davis, and Louis Armstrong. I played them endlessly.

Record you put on when you're really miserable? Keith Jarrett (Trio) — Still Live

Record you put on when you bring someone home? Haha… 

Most surprising record in your collection? The jazz guys will be surprised to know how many musical theatre cast albums I have, and vice versa.

Last thing you bought/downloaded? Sonny Rollins: The Complete Prestige RecordingsBill Evans: The Complete Prestige Recordings, Brad Mehldau — 10 Years Solo: Live.

When and where are your next gigs?: 28 Apr, Big Band Gig, Spotted Mallard; 2 July, Trio Gig, Paris Cat Jazz Club. 

Website link for more info?: www.jackearle.com