Jordan's Music Picks

(Alphabetical by artist)
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The Fabulous Baker Sisters
– Then & Now
The Fabulous Baker Sisters
Bobbi and Dolly Baker started their careers in the 30’s and are still performing their hysterical comedy and singing act on the road.
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Take One
The Beale Street Blues Band
My friend Ed Langille and his pals play throughout New England. It’s real old-fashioned blues the way they’re meant to be. See www.bealestreetband.com.
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Everything the Traffic Will Allow - The
Songs and Sass of Ethel Merman

Klea Blakhurst
Klea captures the essence of Merman in this live concert CD www.kleablackhurst.com
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The Legend of Dungeon Rock
John Cacciatore and Jordan Rich
This is spoken word story written and produced by my friend John Cacciatore. There really was a pirate named Veale and the story takes place in Lynn, Massachusetts where some say his treasure is still buried. I do the narration by the way. For copies, e-mail the author: j_cacciatore@yahoo.com
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Cartoons
Amanda Carr
She is one terrific singer and this is only one her fine CD’s. Amanda does the American Song Book as fine as any singer I know. www.amandacarr.com
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Between The Wars –
Music from 1918 to 1941
Bobbi Carrey & Tomi Hayashi
The history of American popular song in a great era with vocalist and musicologist Bobbi Carrey. www.bobbicarrey.com
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Just Between Brothers
The Stephen Chaplin Quartet
These amazing teenagers are true jazz messengers.
www.the stephenchaplinquartet.com
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Venus in Transit
Jill Connolly
Along with being a nationally recognized voice-over talent, Jill is known far and wide for her sultry smooth interpretation of the American Song Book. For more, visit www.venusintransit.info

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D E F

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Beyond Words
Tony DeBlois and the Winikers
Tony, who is blind, autistic and a musical savant teams with my good friends Bo and Bill Winiker for a terrific session of standards and jazz tunes from “Body and Soul” to “I Got Rhythm.” www.cdfreedom.com/tonydeblois
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By Myself, the Songs of Judy Garland
Linda Eder
Linda is a Star Search winner whose voice is dynamic and exciting.  She is doing a lot to keep the American Songbook alive and well!
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Torch Songs and Other Hot Numbers
Pamela Enders
Local jazz singer Pamela Enders www.pamelaenders.com
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Get This
Epiphora
Local artist Dan Kirk pulls off some very intriguing acoustic and electronic instrumental sounds. It’s experimental and unique. www.circlerun.com

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G H I

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The River and Me
Happy Feet Dance Orchestra
If you love music from the flapper era, you’ll love Lucinda Ellert’s group founded in 1986. Another New England favorite!
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All Caught Up
Sam Hooper
Another great Boston bluesman with a smooth intoxicating voice. And one heck of a fine guitar player. www.samhooper.com

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J K L

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Estelle Sings
Estelle Katz with Bill and Bo Winiker
My pals the Winikers love to team up with local favorites and they have done so with the lovely Estelle who croons such standards as “Honeysuckle Rose,” “All of Me,” and “I’ve Got Rhythm.”
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Live and on Fire
The Love Dogs
Eddie Scheer and his pals have loads of fun and you will too. It’s rock, blues, swing, oldies and a whole lot more! www.thelovedogs.com

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M N O

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Higher Love
Billy McAllister
Billy is a listener and occasional caller to my show who has written a beautiful album feature songs of faith and hope. www.billymcallister.com
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I Remember When…
Stan McDonald’s Blue Horizon Jazz Band
Stan is a New England institution and swings with selections from Bechet, James Johnson, Jelly Roll Morton and Ellington.
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Dave McKenna – Easy Street
Dave McKenna
The incomparable McKenna, one of the Bay State’s great treasures featuring the tune I use as my theme song, “Broadway.” On the Concord Jazz label.
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Bring It On Home
The James Montgomery Blues Band
James has worked with the best in the biz and he continues to shine as one of the area’s finest all-around musicians, not to mention a great blues player. www.jamesmontgomery.com
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Artie’s Choice!
And the Naturals - Dick Johnson, Lou Columbo
There are few who can match the musicality and love for jazz than Dick Johnson of Brockton, Massachusetts. Here he assembles a team of local greats in a two CD set.
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New England String Ensemble,
Live in Concert
New England String Ensemble
Susan Davenny Wyner, Music Director & Conductor - Selections by Beethoven, Mozart, Liszt, Rorem and more on this 2 CD set

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P Q R S

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You Started Something
Jan Peters with the Tom LeMark Orchestra
Jan is one of Boston’s premiere cabaret artists and this CD features a compilation of romantic standards you’ll love. I was honored to write the liner notes. www.janpeters.com
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The Legend of Dungeon Rock
John Cacciatore and Jordan Rich
This is spoken word story written and produced by my friend John Cacciatore. There really was a pirate named Veale and the story takes place in Lynn, Massachusetts where some say his treasure is still buried. I do the narration by the way. For copies, e-mail the author: j_cacciatore@yahoo.com
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A Jew and his Song
Marty Rich
Yes, it’s my dad singing a variety of Yiddish classics. He has recorded a lot over the years, this is the first commercially produced CD and if I may say so myself, it’s great! www.chartproductions.com
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Right Away
Robin Right
Robin is my favorite local country singer. Yes, she’s from New England but travels the world as a country ambassador.
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It’s For You
Jinny Sagorin
She’s got the voice of an angel sings songs of story and emotion. Jinny hails from South Africa and the CD is a blend of originals, show tunes and timeless classics. www.jinnysagorin.com
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Maurice and Me
Tony Sandler
This CD is based on Tony’s beautiful tribute show to Maurice Chevalier. Visit www.tonysandler.com
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Live Jazz at Concord
Charles Segal
One of South Africa’s legendary musicians, Charles has worked for years in the states as a performer and teacher. His touch on the piano is superb and this is just one of his dozens of CD’s. Visit www.charlessegal.com
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At Home With Cybill
Cybill Shepherd
Ms. Cybill Shepherd is the consummate actress, singer, model and mom. Find out about her humanitarian work and other CD’s at www.cybill.com
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Meet Me In The City
Johnny Souza
Johnny handles brass as well as anybody in Boston.  He is one of the jazz good guys with a penchant for swing.
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A Daddy's Prayer
Sam Stray
Sam Stray, oldies rock singer, a listener friend from New Jersey. www.samstray.com
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Lovin’ Touch
Dick Summer
The Lovin’ Touch stories were first told on radio by former WBZ legend Dick Summer. Check him out at www.dicksummer.com

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T U V

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There You Are Again
Livingston Taylor
He's a New England favorite and loved around the world.  One of the singing Taylors, Liv is an outstanding composer, storyteller and jingle writer.
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Just When I Thought I Was Done
John Troy
John Troy is and original member of the Pousette-Dart Band and a fabulous musician, a fan of the JR show. Visit www.johntroy.com
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Songs of Sinatra
Steve Tyrell
Steve was once a music producer.  When the big shots discovered he could put over a song as well as anybody with his work on the soundtrack of "Father of the Bride" there was no stopping him.  This Sinatra tribute is heavenly!

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W X Y Z

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The Life of All Worlds
- A Lyrical Memoir
Marc Widershien
This spoken word CD is read by the author Marc Widershien. It is a hymn to what is was like growing up in Boston in the 1940’s. www.marccreate.com

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