A very long time ago (1969?), I used to frequent a cellar pub in Glasgow called Burns Howff. The house band were called Power & featured Maggie Bell on vocals, Les Harvey (brother of Alex Harvey) on guitar with Jim Dewar on bass & vocals. Keyboard & drummer I don't recall. Towards the middle of the set this giant, skinny guy with black bushy hair would saunter on to the tiny stage & play what looked like a toy guitar in this weird style, just using his thumb. Once seen, Jim Mullen was unforgettable. Nice to see him doing what he loves.
Wonderful compositions seamlessly evoking the occasion and the venue. The interplay and humour in Jim’s playing in the trio is a real treat and masterclass of improvisation. Jim and another great master of this style of voicing, Canadian Ed Bickert created compositions that will inspire and influence listeners for years to come. Seaside and wonderful vibes. Keep up the great work with this event and already looking forward to seeing the lineup for 2024.🇨🇦
i mean, you can't ignore it - the elephant - tremendous demonstration for his vintage. it is a fair statement since, 1) its true and 2) we've all seen some aging hero's that really can't touch what made'em hero's. the contrast begs recognition of the this man, an extreme outlier and very talented.
Genius Jim Mullen at work so much feeling in his playing, love Matt Homes drumming - among my favourite No 1 drummers ,Mike Gorman's organ playing is superb
Met him decades ago in the Bus in London, both of us traveling to our gigs(me playing guitar at the Limelight Shaftesbury Ave)him at some club in Soho…..a very friendly conversation with a really fantastic player…..
I think Kokomo rather than the AWB... A great friendly guy is Jim. At one his gigs in Camberwell London, he gave me some tips about avoiding feedback on hollow body guitars so thanks Jim!
It's remarkable how Jim Mullen and Gary Boyle have developed over the years from their early work with Brian Auger and others. I'd love to hear Terry Smith play again. He was spellbinding in the early 70's.
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Wasn't there, but great to hear the set on here. What a wonderful treat to have a world class act in Herne Bay. Jim Mullen's soulful warmth and hard bluesy playing are a real joy to hear. He has still got it, in spades. Hope to be there to see him play next year.
His dad will always be know as Councillor Mullen if you had dealings with Glasgow City Council in the ‘70s! I’ve seen young Jim in several ensembles, always great… he also played on soundtrack for Get Shorty!
Fabulous on all counts. Thank you. BTW, yes, Mr. Mullen is a Scot. I first saw his name as a guest on an Average White Band album or two (ditto Alex Ligertwood).
GREAT TOUCH, great chops. Cal Collins comes instantly to mind. Sal Salvador, Billy Rogers, Harry Leahey - similarly. The tone is rich, embraceable, warm, firm & cozy (Cole ..). Good that he gave up funk and got back to bop (...till ya drop ). The one bossa cut is a minor misdemeanor, howevuhhh ...Never overplays, knows his turf, maintains the balance - stands his gnd ...
The jaunty scot with the bionic thumb, still not slowing down! Fantastic.
Jim's a great player. A national Jazz treasure.
Damn that’s a talented thumb right there 🎸
Jesus Christ this dude is bad ass how have I never heard of him?
I`m afraid that is the case with so many wonderful musicians
このままリリースできるほど素晴らしい録音。演奏者と音響スタッフに感謝！
Thanks. Brings back memories of seeing the Morrissey (RIP) - Mullen Band at their 2-weekly residency at the Half Moon in Putney in the early 1980s.
I lived in Chiswick at the time, and hardly missed a MM gig at the Half Moon. Tuesdays I think was their day.
@@barryjansen7057 It was Tuesday. I used to go when I wasn’t on-call.
Yep I was there great memories 👍
I saw them play at the pub behind the Oval, very late 70's or 1980.
One of the best guitar players ever,doesn’t get enough recognition.
It`s jazz, most people listen to trash🙂
I agree.. I get goosebumps every time when I replay the solo on live version You Goin' Miss Your Candyman (on reebeeking's channel on youtube)
What a nice venue. The audience is so well manered. It must be nice to live in a civized country. Hello from Florida, 😔.
Jim is one of the best ,so good to hear him play.
A great lesson for young guitar players. It's OK to be entertaining. Preferable really.
Excellent phrases and sound. A pleasure to hear it. Also a very solid combo !! Congratulations from Buenos Aires, Argentina.
A very long time ago (1969?), I used to frequent a cellar pub in Glasgow called Burns Howff.
The house band were called Power & featured Maggie Bell on vocals, Les Harvey (brother of Alex Harvey) on guitar with Jim Dewar on bass & vocals. Keyboard & drummer I don't recall.
Towards the middle of the set this giant, skinny guy with black bushy hair would saunter on to the tiny stage & play what looked like a toy guitar in this weird style, just using his thumb.
Once seen, Jim Mullen was unforgettable.
Nice to see him doing what he loves.
Hats off to you sirs, amazing musicianship.
Wonderful compositions seamlessly evoking the occasion and the venue. The interplay and humour in Jim’s playing in the trio is a real treat and masterclass of improvisation. Jim and another great master of this style of voicing, Canadian Ed Bickert created
compositions that will inspire and influence listeners for years to come. Seaside and wonderful vibes. Keep up the great work with this event and already looking forward to seeing the lineup for 2024.🇨🇦
Mike Gorman killing it on Organ
Yes Mike is a fantastic musician!
Amazing player, licks, sound, incredible.
Jim is so good!
i mean, you can't ignore it - the elephant - tremendous demonstration for his vintage. it is a fair statement since, 1) its true and 2) we've all seen some aging hero's that really can't touch what made'em hero's. the contrast begs recognition of the this man, an extreme outlier and very talented.
There's no elephant, this guy continues to.defy the laws of nature, out swings guys half his age and burns like a twenty something...
I agrée. Great éléphant work, especially in the pachyderm sections of the tune. All it lacks is a good trumpet, otherwise, fantastical tusker.
I am so happy, that Jim is still playing.
This guy is a library of melodies and musical phrases . Great musicians!
Brilliant to see Jim on such great form 🎸
Thanks for posting this!!
😂Shout out for us Seasoned Denizens - and what he does with an thumb sans pick. Resounding. And that closing tune. Gigantic. Carry on 👍
Another unknown monster of the guitar!! Amazing phrasing..touch..tone....lack of pick! Marvelous!!
One of my most favorite guitarist. He has a great tone and plays with style and feel.
Wow! Some real music with awesome sound quality and delivery.
Great music (and well recorded)
Ive seen Jim live a few times over the years. Everyone a winner. Thanks.
A bit of a national treasure to be fair.
Thank you Jim for so many great evenings and gigs in London with Morrissey Mullen, Paz, Meantime etc. You're still swinging.
Dang, that is melodic and swings like nobody’s business.
I love Jim's playing, it's warm and melodic. he has come on so far since his time with Brian Auger. I'd like to gig with him.
Complete natural. Hears everything. Untouched by age. Beautiful!
Good to see Jim still out there playing away…love it mate!
Master!!!
Great Jazz Organ Trio with masters of the genre. This is how it's done...Thanks guys
00:00 I'll Close My Eyes
09:23 Estate
22:20 For My Lady
32:31 Stairway to the Stars
42:15 Theme from University Challenge
Isn't the first tune "There Will Never Be Another You"? thanks
@@deancol4080Same changes
@@deancol4080 That's definitely the changes they're playing
@@olejason similar but the 2nd 8 is different from TWNBAY
This was my intro to Jim Mullen. Wonderful.
Jim is awesome!
Genius Jim Mullen at work so much feeling in his playing, love Matt Homes drumming - among my favourite No 1 drummers ,Mike Gorman's organ playing is superb
Excellent trio!!! You guys are smoking on those charts! Greetings from Miami!
I wish i could make my fa71 sound like this !!!!
What a great great player.
A truly master!
Met him decades ago in the Bus in London, both of us traveling to our gigs(me playing guitar at the Limelight Shaftesbury Ave)him at some club in Soho…..a very friendly conversation with a really fantastic player…..
I think Kokomo rather than the AWB... A great friendly guy is Jim. At one his gigs in Camberwell London, he gave me some tips about avoiding feedback on hollow body guitars so thanks Jim!
Thank you Mr Mullen you are pure inspiration. Merci.
Unique sound and style. Nothing out there like him. 👍
It's remarkable how Jim Mullen and Gary Boyle have developed over the years from their early work with Brian Auger and others.
I'd love to hear Terry Smith play again. He was spellbinding in the early 70's.
Great trio.
Class. I've been a jazz fan all my life and somehow I've missed Jim. What a player.
Holy shit. Jim Mullen was my great grandpa's name. Except, his father was from Ireland, and he died in Washington, USA. 😮
Wonderful set by a great trio. Many thanks !
Lovely gig.Great band. Just play it.
Lovely phrasing!
This is Awesome! love it.... Jim Mullen? where have I been?
Dig how he kicks into his first solo with a super hip half-whole tone scale run, playing at maximum thumb speed!
How fun playing next to the carousel! Similar, playing during summer vacation on the cruise ship?
Damn that’s a talented thumb right there 🎸
0:00 - I'll Close My Eyes
9:24 - Estate
22:20 - For My Lady
32:31 - Stairway To The Stars
42:14 - Theme From University Challenge (Rhythm Changes)
Saudacoes do Brasil São José dos Campos SP Brasil Embraer.... a quanto tempo tocam juntos !!!! Parabens o NOME ECUDADE DE CADA 1 COMO SE CONGECERAM DD ONDE VOCES SAO?. Cidade? Estado? país???
Great phrasing ! Got to be one of the best in these isles...
Great simply Great
nice!
well, that was very enjoyable and impressive.
This is AMAZING!!!
Great to hear and see! Thanks for this! The thumb thing can keep a player from using too many unnecessary notes and the result is super-melodic.
"My dear young man, don't take it too hard. Your work is ingenious. It's quality work.
And there are simply too many notes, that's all." 🥵
Bravo! 😎
Superb!!
Great player!
GOD BLESS YOU BROTER . WHAT A TALENT .
Wasn't there, but great to hear the set on here. What a wonderful treat to have a world class act in Herne Bay. Jim Mullen's soulful warmth and hard bluesy playing are a real joy to hear. He has still got it, in spades. Hope to be there to see him play next year.
Follow that!
Wonderful as always
This is just great !!
Superb playing.
no nonsense tone !
His dad will always be know as Councillor Mullen if you had dealings with Glasgow City Council in the ‘70s! I’ve seen young Jim in several ensembles, always great… he also played on soundtrack for Get Shorty!
Brilliant
Fabulous on all counts. Thank you. BTW, yes, Mr. Mullen is a Scot. I first saw his name as a guest on an Average White Band album or two (ditto Alex Ligertwood).
wonderful
Great playing.
Love it
Great guitar player very incisive
The guitarist is great, the real deal. Especially considering the thumb technique! But he has it all down. Go him.
GREAT TOUCH, great chops. Cal Collins comes instantly to mind. Sal Salvador, Billy Rogers, Harry Leahey - similarly. The tone is rich, embraceable, warm, firm & cozy (Cole ..). Good that he gave up funk and got back to bop (...till ya drop ). The one bossa cut is a minor misdemeanor, howevuhhh ...Never overplays, knows his turf, maintains the balance - stands his gnd ...
Immense
feel good
My favourite jazz guitarist and, like me, a long time devotee of the moleskin trouser.
Chops galore
What is the name of fhe first song?
☝️😎
2:09 Clark Griswold on drums
Work with thiery callier 🎶good