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Title: Sorry Louis
Review: I think Nicholas Payton is extraordinarily talented, well on his way to becoming one of the best jazz musicians of his generation. However, I think this CD relfects, perhaps, the incredibly fast pace of his stardom rather than a tribute to Louis. Some of the tunes (e.g., Helly Dolly)are almost unrecognizable. Personally, I think only the last tune (West End Blues) really makes you think of Louis. And who told Nicholas that he could sing? He's an outstanding trumpeter but a less than medicore vocalist. I'm not really disillusioned-- I will continue to buy his CD's and follow his career. I'm sure this is just a little bump in the road.
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