Louie Bellson: News

Celebrate Bellson’s birthday (July 6) by sending him a wish in the Guestbook!

• Hear Louie Bellson’s on-air interview on KSPA Radio, 1450/1510 AM, San Diego area Sat July 5 at 1:00 pm and Sun July 6 at 8:00 pm (Pacific Time). Or, listen online at www.thesparadio.com. (click “Listen Live”)
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Recently, we received correspondence from Dave Anfuso who has established an online display of his Bellson artifact collection on Vintage Drum Guide. For direct link to the Bellson page (which we think is tastefully done), click photo at right. --->

We designate him as our “Vintage Bellson” expert for all vintage drum issues or memorabilia (literature, drum keys, heads, sticks and everything associated with drumming). Enjoy!
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Journalist/critic Glenn Kenny reviews the 1943 Busby Berkeley film "The Gang's All Here" in The Auteur's Notebook, an online film journal. Mr. Kenny solicited and has graciously included Bellson's memoirs of his participation in the film as part of the Benny Goodman orchestra. (click photo for link to read review).
(Go to Music/Videos section at left for film clip).
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5-DVD SET.
As those of you who have visited our "Video Clip" section already know, Bellson appeared in the 1943 movie "The Gang's All Here" with Benny Goodman, Alice Faye and Carmen Miranda. This and 4 other movies are now available for sale on DVD as part of the Carmen Miranda Collection.
(To buy, click on photo.)
Available on Amazon; Barnes & Noble.



Or...

Is a 5-CD set a bit much for you? "The Gang's All Here" is also available as a single DVD.
(To buy, click on photo.)




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LOUIE & CLARK EXPEDITION 2 is now available for download on Apple iTunes. (Click logo.) -->

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In the Music/Video section: Louie & Clark Expedition 2 - Drummers
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Have you visited the Music/Videos on this website lately? (Click at left bar) We've removed one and added one: "Paducah" with all the flashy stylings of Carmen Miranda, no less. Bellson gets such good exposure in this clip that you don't even need to check the "LB" on the drums to make sure it's him.
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“Arigatou/Thank you” to Bellson fan Takeshi Takeuchi of Yokohama, Japan for responding to our request to translate two Japanese reviews of “Louie & Clark Expedition 2.” Takeuchi, a drummer, reports “The popularity of Louie Bellson continues in Japan. I am requested (to play) ‘Skin Deep’ often.”
Transcribed by Mrs. B. For full text in both English and Japanese, click “Press Reviews” at left.
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Be unique! Give Louie Bellson gifts this June!
Visit: Mrs. B's Gift Shop. CDs, DVDs, drum books, posters, photos, T-shirts, etc.
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We spoke by phone with Clark after he left the Kansas City, KS hospital and came home to Arkansas. You can still send a "get-well" message by going to his website clarkterry.com (Shown here at May 2007 recording session in NYC.)
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"...Being able to grow and adapt, both musically, culturally and spiritually; learning from elders and friends is what makes Louie Bellson one of the most enduring and endearing artists in the jazz pantheon. With his eye on the eternal prize, he has run the race, and has kept the faith - spiritually and musically.
--George Harris, May 2008 All About Jazz - Los Angeles (not online - click link)
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Get Louie & Clark Expedition 2 from DigStation - Indie Music Downloads.
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Louie & Francine spoke by phone with Clark & Gwen this weekend. He sounded sooo good we just had to spread the news!
Why not send a "get-well" message by going to his website clarkterry.com (and click the word "News" under his photo on the site).

(Click photo here for CT's website.) -->





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Give her an embroidered "Drum Wife" or "Drum Mom" tote bag for Mother's Day!
Hey, Drummer! Got a wife? Got a mom? Give her a gift that tells the world she's proud of you! Visit: Mrs. B's Gift Shop. Also, CDs, pins, keepsake crystal blocks.
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As you may have heard, Bellson buddy Clark Terry was hospitalized but is doing much better now. (Praise the Lord!) For update, go to his website clarkterry.com and click the word "News" under his photo on the site. You will also be invited to "post your healing thoughts" on his blog there.
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for CT's website.)
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Check out this trade article on the recent (April 25) Louie Bellson Personal Appearance at EmbroidMe: Drumming Up New Business. Viva, Las Vegas!
(Note: Stay-tuned to EmbroidMe for info on new Bellson products that were unveiled at the event.)
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New CD Debuts in Top 10 (Jazz Radio Charts)!

Louie & Clark Expedition 2 began its jazz radio airplay the week of April 7. To our delight, it came in at number 9 on the first ratings chart! It was also rated: "Most Added" and "Most Increased Airplay." Even our radio publicist was impressed. You can follow the weekly ratings on Jazz Week. Producer Mrs. B's reaction? "Right On!"
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SOUL ON TOP
(James Brown sings w/Louie Bellson Orchestra) This 1969 LP turned 2004 CD has just been reissued again this month. To purchase, click: Mrs. B's Gift Shop


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Modern Drummer Magazine issues its second Drum Gods publication, "Another 25 legendary talents who changed drumming." Bellson is profiled on p. 10-15. Available from moderndrummer.com. (For direct link, click on photo.)
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New CD -- Louie & Clark Expedition 2 -- released April 2nd !
Louie & Clark Expedition 2, Bellson's new big band album with trumpeter Clark Terry, is here! You can get this CD online at Amazon or CD Baby or call (800) 645-6673.
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