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Eddie Harris — Listen Here
Album: The Electrifying Eddie Harris
Avg rating:
7.6

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Total ratings: 3093









Released: 1967
Length: 7:34
Plays (last 30 days): 3
(Instrumental)
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John Henry was a man just six feet high,
Nearly two feet and a half across his breast.
He'd hammer with a nine-pound hammer all day
And never get tired and want to rest, Lord, Lord,
And never get tired and want to rest.

 TC1 wrote:


...and no one cares. From the song rating, the majority of music aficionados on RP disagree with you.


Boring?   Compared to what?
 Roguewarer wrote:

Boring. PSD. 



...and no one cares. From the song rating, the majority of music aficionados on RP disagree with you.
Boring. PSD. 
Now please play "Compared to What"!
Just so Funky ! Wonderful sound and vibe.
 Signwrtr61 wrote:
It's really too bad.... That your hearing and/or brain is reeaaal gone, too. Closed minds have nowhere to go but to within themselves. 

Uhhh, what? Seems you have been offended for no reason. I believe you were attempting to reply to EssexTex's comment, which was positive. "Real gone" was a compliment, many years ago.
Gosh so good and groovy on my Parasound dac. 
GREAT!!  RP has only ONE TUNE  by him in their library.  PLEASE ADD MORE!!  Thank You.
 johnrah wrote:

Oh yes. Eddie Harris. I was a teenager when my dad went into a store in Nova Scotia, we were on holiday to visit family, and he came out with a cassette tape and gave it to me. Eddie Harris live in Newport. I played it in my car over and over. My friend and I, maybe after a few beer, often stopped the car to get out to dance to Eddie Harris. 

Oh, hell yeah, man! Dance, and pass a doob back & forth while listening! May Mr. Harris RIP. His legend lives on, mostly thanks to Bill & Rebecca thru RP! 

 coloradojohn wrote:

Suits the mood perfectly...windy Monday night, wicked storm rollin' in, cornbread on the plate, herbal tea in hand, and herb's a burnin' too...

Nice, CJ! Man, how cool would it have been, to catch a concert from Mr. Harris at red rocks? Haven't personally been there but, I've caught a coupla videos of artists that played there. For EH, I bet the natural acoustics of there would've blown the crowd away! Hope to one day, catch a good show there. 

 Signwrtr61 wrote:
It's really too bad.... That your hearing and/or brain is reeaaal gone, too. Closed minds have nowhere to go but to within themselves. 

On the beach... Not directed at you... To your commenter. 

 obispo wrote:

Compared to what?

(Sorry, couldn't resist.)
Compared to anyone else! Yes, there are many good sax players. But, I'd venture a guess, that Mr. Harris was one of, if not THE best there was! Likely rated by those that rate, as the best. You should try to resist more. Your pessimism isn't appreciated, I'm quite sure. My apologies, if you were only referring to that song title. Compared To What wasn't just Mr. Harris though. 

 On_The_Beach wrote:


It's really too bad.... That your hearing and/or brain is reeaaal gone, too. Closed minds have nowhere to go but to within themselves. 

 Geecheeboy wrote:

Is this who the Simpson's creators modeled Lisa's idol after? I think his name was "Bleeding Gums?"  

Dunno who you're talking about. But, it's just wrong, to put Simpsons in the same sentence as Mr. Harris. Even after his death, he deserves more respect than that. 

 naturalman wrote:

For me I'm picturing Austin Powers entering some swanky night club, throwing a glance at the hottest lady in the place and strutting his way to the bar for some Campari  while the girls swoon. And that's only the first minute of this track . Grrroooovy

VERY groovy! And, sounds like you described a good scene for a good movie! Goodness, this man could make that sax do his bidding! May Mr. Harris RIP. His legend lives on! 

 buddy wrote:

This is the real deal.

I agree, wholeheartedly! There are numerous tunes that feature some really good sax but, Mr. Harris has got to be one of the best I've heard! Doesn't matter what tune, he kicks ass! May he be rocking the heavens with his talent! RIP, Mr. Harris... Your legend lives on! 

My coffee is getting cold šŸ„¶
Is this who the Simpson's creators modeled Lisa's idol after? I think his name was "Bleeding Gums?"  
GREAT!!  Thanx RP!   
For me I'm picturing Austin Powers entering some swanky night club, throwing a glance at the hottest lady in the place and strutting his way to the bar for some Campari  while the girls swoon. And that's only the first minute of this track . Grrroooovy
 EssexTex wrote:

Dis is gone man...reeaaaaal gone!



 buddy wrote:

This is the real deal.


Compared to what?

(Sorry, couldn't resist.)
I know tastes differ, but for me this morning 24/10/22 the main mix for the last  10 or so tracks, up to and including this one has been a solid 9 - with the occasional 10  Thanks and LLRP!!
 Proclivities wrote:

"Listen Here" was written and released by Eddie Harris in 1967.   "Compared To What"  was written by Gene Daniels, and first recorded by Roberta Flack in 1969.  A rearranged, and different-sounding live version of the song was recorded and released later that year by Les McCann with Eddie Harris on tenor saxophone.  It's not surprising that the two recordings sound similar; they feature the same saxophonist.



Tryin to make it real compared to what?
made it real compared to what .......
Totally COOL!!  
 WoodyP wrote:

that is some happy music, and I'm wondering if Eddie Harris ever played with Dave Brubeck.




IDK, He played a lot with Les McCann!
Oh hell yes!
Groovy doesn't even begin to describe...
8 -> 9
Holy smokesā€¦ WOW!
(F) yeah
This is so good!!
Legend
I often do my running with RP My favorites...  Sometimes Listen Here happens in my ears and I start running with the devil.
Can you hear them knocking...?
that is some happy music, and I'm wondering if Eddie Harris ever played with Dave Brubeck.
This is approaching "Godlike". This is the Funk!
Why RP matters. Thank you Bill and Rebecca.  
Oh yes. Eddie Harris. I was a teenager when my dad went into a store in Nova Scotia, we were on holiday to visit family, and he came out with a cassette tape and gave it to me. Eddie Harris live in Newport. I played it in my car over and over. My friend and I, maybe after a few beer, often stopped the car to get out to dance to Eddie Harris. 
Try'n'a make it real compared to What! Les McCann did a nice take on that jam. So great! :)
Atlantic put out so much great jazz.
Always gets me on my feet. 
 the_jake wrote:
Wish there were a Saxophonist emoji to insert.
 

Love when the Sax growls a bit.
 eyeball wrote:
I feel like I am in one of those 1960s Krantz animation Spiderman episodes.
Nothing like crawling the walls man! 
 
Those cartoons did have pretty good music.
I feel like I am in one of those 1960s Krantz animation Spiderman episodes.
Nothing like crawling the walls man! 
Kicks ass. Nice jam {#Good-vibes}
That sax orgasmic screamin.
Groovy jam. Smooth.
played in 7th Army Band with my uncle.
Great Googlie Mooglie. Sorry if I said or spelled that wrong. That's all I could think to say.
An ending stanza would be good!
{#Motor}
This is the real deal.
Wish there were a Saxophonist emoji to insert.
 
{#Cool}
 Proclivities wrote:

"Listen Here" was written and released by Eddie Harris in 1967.   "Compared To What"  was written by Gene Daniels, and first recorded by Roberta Flack in 1969.  A rearranged, and different-sounding live version of the song was recorded and released later that year by Les McCann with Eddie Harris on tenor saxophone.  It's not surprising that the two recordings sound similar; they feature the same saxophonist.

 
Thanks for taking the time to explain!
 Ghiaap wrote:
Too much cowbell for me

 
Never enough cowbell —

https://www.nbc.com/saturday-night-live/video/more-cowbell-with-will-ferrell-on-snl—video—saturday-night-live—nbc/n41046?snl=1

More Cowbell
When rock band Blue Oyster Cult records “(Don’t Fear) the Reaper,” producer Bruce Dickinson (Christopher Walken) insists Gene Frenkle (Will Ferrell) play more cowbell. With Chris Kattan, Chris Parnell, Horatio Sanz and Jimmy Fallon.

I think I hear Wayne Shorter but also some Sonny Rollins

This was a strange time for tenor players, the beginning of the end of a golden era 
Celebrate, my fellow oldies, jazzy session has begun !
 
Cool jazz is always enjoyable thanks Bill
I think the version "Listen Here " from Brian Auger & The Trinity sounds better and much cooler. You find this long track on his LP "Befour"
 TonyApuzzo wrote:
I found the stereo mix on this song very distracting with headphones.  Way over-weighted to the left channel.

 
So many recordings are like that...I wonder why ?
 Proclivities wrote:

"Listen Here" was written and released by Eddie Harris in 1967.   "Compared To What"  was written by Gene Daniels, and first recorded by Roberta Flack in 1969.  A rearranged, and different-sounding live version of the song was recorded and released later that year by Les McCann with Eddie Harris on tenor saxophone.  It's not surprising that the two recordings sound similar; they feature the same saxophonist.

 

I just knew all I had to do was scroll down for that answer.!

Pretty sure RP listeners are among the most musically intelligent out there.
I found the stereo mix on this song very distracting with headphones.  Way over-weighted to the left channel.
Makes me wonder if this track influenced the beat for Can't You Hear Me Knocking by the Stones.
 Ghiaap wrote:
Too much cowbell for me
 
I'd say it could use some more.
so cool:-)
{#Dancingbanana_2}
Love the jazzy tunes.
Great stuff.{#Dance}
shake it
{#Bananapiano} 
jazz for pop music fans
.
.
.......not that there is anything wrong with that 
I got a feevah...
Too much cowbell for me
I like the way that he does a call and response with himself.
sweet!
Not bad!!
Lovin' that groove!!!
 Proclivities wrote:

"Listen Here" was written and released by Eddie Harris in 1967.   "Compared To What"  was written by Gene Daniels, and first recorded by Roberta Flack in 1969.  A rearranged, and different-sounding live version of the song was recorded and released later that year by Les McCann with Eddie Harris on tenor saxophone.  It's not surprising that the two recordings sound similar; they feature the same saxophonist.


 
{#Surprised} {#Bananapiano}
Roberta Flack?!?!? Who knew.


 passsion8 wrote:

These guys are actually playing in sync - look closely.



 Peter,
They are so cool!
They must love Eddie's groove like we do. 
An endless groove...In a good way!
Feck I thot this were Traffic.
 Peter_Bradshaw wrote:
"I'm in the mood Jackson"... {#Bananapiano} {#Drummer} {#Dancingbanana} {#Bananajam}   .... {#Dance} {#Fire}  {#Dance} {#Fire}
 
 
These guys are actually playing in sync - look closely.


 dlm1 wrote:
makes me want to play a city building simulation.

 
It reminds me of Transport Tycoon. Not Sim City.
But I like the reference. Most have been a lot of work on the midi files.
One of my favorite tunes from a great jazz artist.  Totally chair dancin' at work!

{#Bananasplit}   {#Dancingbanana}  {#Bananasplit}
makes me want to play a city building simulation.
Thought it was a baritone . wow !
This makes me want to walk like a chicken!  {#Bananasplit}  And the cowbells are hypnotic...
 Gednabb wrote:
Sending this from a 3 to a 2 as it refuses to end
 
Hey..  it's jazz..  once you're in the groove it doesn't matter.
Thanks Proclivities!

Proclivities wrote:

"Listen Here" was written and released by Eddie Harris in 1967.   "Compared To What"  was written by Gene Daniels, and first recorded by Roberta Flack in 1969.  A rearranged, and different-sounding live version of the song was recorded and released later that year by Les McCann with Eddie Harris on tenor saxophone.  It's not surprising that the two recordings sound similar; they feature the same saxophonist.

 


 raulman1 wrote:
LPCity that's what I always think this song is when it starts out.  Does anyone know which song was released first?

 
"Listen Here" was written and released by Eddie Harris in 1967.   "Compared To What"  was written by Gene Daniels, and first recorded by Roberta Flack in 1969.  A rearranged, and different-sounding live version of the song was recorded and released later that year by Les McCann with Eddie Harris on tenor saxophone.  It's not surprising that the two recordings sound similar; they feature the same saxophonist.
Sending this from a 3 to a 2 as it refuses to end
LPCity that's what I always think this song is when it starts out.  Does anyone know which song was released first?

LPCity wrote:

try to make it real

compared to what?



 


 bitbanger wrote:
Seriously 1967. Eddie did swing furshur. Lockjaw! Atlantic was very cool back then. Thanks Ahmet, for paying attention.

 
Ahhhh.  We have Ahmet to thank, again.
"I'm in the mood Jackson"... {#Bananapiano} {#Drummer} {#Dancingbanana} {#Bananajam}   .... {#Dance} {#Fire}  {#Dance} {#Fire}


 
{#Cheers}

try to make it real

compared to what?


Suits the mood perfectly...windy Monday night, wicked storm rollin' in, cornbread on the plate, herbal tea in hand, and herb's a burnin' too...
This cooks!
Nice song. As soon as I started listening I gave it an 8. But by the end I moved it down to 7.  Needs a chang-up somewhere.  It became less interesting.  Sounds nice though.
yikes it's good
 megaboogieman wrote:
johnjconn,

it's like hard to be half Irish half Scotish. One half of you wants a drink another half does not want to pay

 

get the Brits to buy.....{#Cheers}
INDEED, MORE.....{#Bananapiano}{#Drummer}{#Dancingbanana}{#Bananajam}..{#Dance}{#Fire}
{#Arrowd}  Wow!  Really?  {#Doh}  {#Stupid}

tiggers
Posted: Jul 07, 2013 - 14:54
 

 deepwoodskev wrote:
That drummer has to be bored out of his mind.

  
That makes two of us! Dreck!




 deepwoodskev wrote:
That drummer has to be bored out of his mind.

 
That makes two of us! Dreck!
{#Dancingbanana_2}
Seriously 1967. Eddie did swing furshur. Lockjaw! Atlantic was very cool back then. Thanks Ahmet, for paying attention.
That drummer has to be bored out of his mind.
 JIan wrote:

Indeed, but reverse that order:  Less McCann's, Compared to What sounds a lot like this!  {#Jump}

 
I always get the two confused.  Dumb because there are no vocals in this (almost).


 ziggytrix wrote:
Sounds like Compared To What without Les McCaan...

 
Indeed, but reverse that order:  Less McCann's, Compared to What sounds a lot like this!  {#Jump}
I just got this CD, second hand, for $0.38 from a dealer through Amazon.  It is a fabulous listen, and an excellent series of recordings, acoustically/sonically.  Well worth the asking price. {#Sunny}  {#Music}
And groovin again on a sunny Friday afternoon in April.

 

msymmes wrote:
Groovin on a snowy day in Southern Ontario.   It's Friday Afternoon here !!!!!{#Bananapiano}

 


*getting up to dance* {#Dancingbanana}
This is going on the mix tape.
The groove is just too repetitious - boring
I was gonna say "Good timing, Bill!", but it's always Eddie Time!
Feeling the warm sweet arms of the MUSE wrapped around my soul!!!!!!!!!