Welcome to Pekingology, the podcast that unpacks China’s evolving political system. I’m Jude Blanchette, the Freeman Chair of China Studies at CSIS, and this week I’m joined by Andrew Batson, China Research
The faithful cover of a Sonny Sharrock tune fits comfortably amid the tributes to Ellington and Ornette; it all sounds great. Duke Ellington – The Complete Ellington Indigos. These atmospheric mood pieces were Duke’s particular genius. Aside from the obligatory take on Mood Indigo, most of...
The Carter Family’s 1928-29 recordings are officially legendary. But these later ones are often more listener-friendly, with better sound quality and more assured performances. An amazing wealth of classic songs. Duke Ellington – The Complete 1936-1940 Variety, Vocalion And Okeh Small Group ...