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Fred
Wesley- Swing & Be Funky
Original Release Date: 1995
Fred
Wesley/Trombone, Hugh Ragin/Trumpet, Karl Denson/Saxes,
Peter Madsen/Piano, Dwayne Dolphin/Bass, Bruce Cox/Drums
1. For the Elders (Wesley) - 14:11
2. Just Like That (Wesley) - 8:30
3. On Green Dolphin Street (Wesley) - 21:00 
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4. In Love in L.A. (Wesley) - 10:27
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5. Swing & Be Funky (Wesley) - 11:06
6. Bop to the Boogie (Wesley) - 8:58
Review
Which
trombonist is funkier than Fred Wesley? This album is
a real treat to hear Wesley getting all funked up with
his incredible band. Featuring Hugh Ragin on
trumpet, Karl Denson
on sax, and many other talented players, these guys
have much more soul than those big-shot artists who
are selling millions in the market today. These guys
are real cool and it's interesting how Wesley starts
off this fantastic live performance with the song "For
The Elders," an ironic title to mock the recording industry
today. Every song is full of heart and soul, especially
the 21-minute version of "On Green Dolphin Street."
Frankly, this is the best version of the song I have
ever heard. Flawless playing from head to tail, Wesley
fulfills his responsibility to enlighten his audience
plus much more. I hope every jazz artist nowadays can
still have the panache and integrity of Wesley's. Unfortunately,
most of them have sold us. Let's hail for the elders!
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