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  1. Muteswan

    Today in 1972

    Les Harvey of Stone The Crows died after being electrocuted on stage at the Top Rank in Swansea where they were playing a gig. He was 27. Another member of the 27 club. 🙁
  2. Muteswan

    Happy International Jazz Day

  3. Muteswan

    Today in 1972

    Wishbone Ash released Argus, an absolute classic.
  4. Muteswan

    Born today in 1947

    Peter Ham, writer of some great songs and sadly lost to the world far, far too soon. I never actually knew Pete but I did know his brother John, obviously from his music shop but also as a partner of a business venture our company was involved in with him. John was also a regular at Swansea Jazz...
  5. Muteswan

    Born today in 1917

    The greatest of all time Ella Fitzgerald
  6. Muteswan

    Newport

    Miss a penalty in the 105th minute and then score a winner in the 108th minute.
  7. Muteswan

    Today in 1975

    Peter Ham took his own life. 😢. RIP
  8. Muteswan

    Born today in 1950

    Happy Birthday Peter Frampton 76 today.
  9. Muteswan

    Born today in 1936

    The incredibly talented Glen Campbell
  10. Muteswan

    Born today in 1941

    (Alfred) "Pee Wee" Ellis, American jazz, funk, and rock saxophonist, arranger (James Brown; Van Morrison; Gotham; Maceo Parker), and songwriter ("The Chicken; "Cold Sweat"), born in Bradenton, Florida. His, probably, most famous composition played by Jaco Pastorious the best bass player ever...
  11. Muteswan

    I’m sure you all know

    That April is not only Autism Acceptance Month but also Jazz Appreciation Month too. Both things are very close to my heart. ❤️ Why not give jazz a try? It takes in many different styles and probably has a lot of the greatest musicians to have ever picked up an instrument. A lot of jazz music is...
  12. Muteswan

    Born today in 1947

    Gerry Rafferty of Baker Street fame. Also played with Stealers Wheel.
  13. Muteswan

    Great gig last night

    The Joe Webb trio played at The Arts Wing at the Grand Theatre Swansea. Local lad, and big Swans fan Joe was recently nominated for a Mercury Prize indicating how well thought of he is as a musician. Well done Swansea Jazz Club for putting together this gig. Thanks to Joe, Sam and Will for a...
  14. Muteswan

    Happy 86th Birthday

    To the maestro Herbie Hancock
  15. Muteswan

    Happy Birthday

    To Steve Gadd, extraordinary drummer with such a variety of musicians including the wonderful Steely Dan.
  16. Muteswan

    Adverts

    Anyone else get this? I’m getting it very regularly. It just opens up another tab and stays until you close it. 🤯
  17. Muteswan

    Born today in 1952

    The late, amazing Gary Moore
  18. Muteswan

    April is World Autism Acceptance Month

    World Autism Acceptance Month (formerly Awareness Month) is observed every April to foster understanding, inclusion, and appreciation for autistic people, shifting focus from mere awareness to acceptance. Key activities include wearing blue, educational campaigns, and fundraising to support...
  19. Muteswan

    Born today in 1948

    Thijs Van Leer, vocalist, keyboard player, flautist and all round entertainer of Focus.
  20. Muteswan

    Born today in 1945

    Eric Clapton This was around the time when he was at his best

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