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Constantly 04:22
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Satin Doll 08:39
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Isn't It a Pity 04:41
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The Gypsy in My Soul 05:22
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Too Close for Comfort 04:33
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Blues #1 07:13
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If There Is Someone Lovelier Than You 04:17
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Absolutely 04:16
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Blue Bones 05:19
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So Beats My Heart for You 04:54
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It's Only a Paper Moon 05:31
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Makin' Whoopee 02:49
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Sometimes I'm Happy 04:39
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You're Driving Me Crazy 03:41
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Two trombones and rhythm is a tried and true formula first brought to prominence through the lilting sounds of J.J. Johnson and Kai Winding in the 1950s. Bill Allred and Roy Williams fall squarely in that tradition, with this full-length recording that focuses on popular tunes like "It's Only a Paper Moon" and "Too Close for Comfort." The two trombonists produce visceral excitement with their tight harmonies, upbeat tempos, and overall good fun. This is music that makes you want to stand up and dance. When Allred and Williams get hot - as they do with great regularity - they burn with enthusiasm. The trombonists don't take themselves too seriously; they focus on having a rollicking good time. Regardless of how sophisticated your tastes, if you ever wondered what attracted you to jazz in the first place, it very well might have been the kind of unadulterated joy manifested by this glorious quintet. Allred and Williams are pre-modern stylists: big toned, even raucous, but with great technique. They front a first-rate rhythm section, including powerful drummer Butch Miles, bassist (and otherwise sometime trombonist) Isla Eckinger, and pianist Johnny Varro. When they're hot - as they are so often (just here 'em blow on "Blues #1") - they are unstoppable. Simple, but never simplistic; tasteful, but never dull; professional, but not showy; and hot, but not corny - what an act! Highly recommended for all those who love the sounds of the trombone, and those who just like a swinging good time.

AllMusic Review by Steve Loewy

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released October 15, 2020

Bill Allred - trombone
Roy Williams - trombone
Johnny Varro - piano
Isla Eckinger - bass
Butch Miles - drums

Recorded on September 28, 1995 at Blue Noise Studio, Hamburg, Germany.

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Bill Allred Rock Island, Illinois

Bill Allred was born near the Mississippi River in the town of Rock Island.
His jazz performances have taken him to the major festivals and concerts in the United States and abroad.
Bill has played with Jack Teagarden, Billy Butterfield, Dizzy Gillespie, Mel Tormé, Al Cohn, Zoot Sims, Snooky Young, Bob Cooper, Milt Hinton, Bob Haggart, Wild Bill Davison, Butch Miles, Chuck Hedges, and many more. ... more

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