Jimmy "Flim" Johnson

[jacko]

I can't help but think it's high time Steve brought the band to Glasgow or Edinburgh (or even Lanark memorial hall- my local).  There's plenty Jazz afficionados this side of the pond to fill a good sized hall.

Graeme

[JimmyJ]

Hey Graeme,

Yes, it certainly would be nice if Gadd brought the band a bit further around the UK because I know there are music fans everywhere.  But it's a bit of a "fair weather" group in that we're all about 100 years old and not willing to jump in a van and hit the road like most bands.  Ha! 

Touring Japan with Gadd is the easiest because he's a star over there.  The venues are fairly small but the travel (bullet train) and accommodations are always top notch.  In the EU we'll happily do a week at Ronnie's and a week at Marian's Jazzroom in Bern because that's easy.  But last year's summer jazz festival run was NOT so easy and the travel kind of beat us all up. 

Not only that but Gadd is still doing JT, occasionally Clapton, the Blicher Hemmer Gadd trio, at least 2 or 3 more trips to Japan with other groups, plus a lot of record sessions...  So this band is only one of his "fill in the gaps" projects.  He is apparently all booked up in 2020 so we don't even know when this band might get together again.

There are a bunch of places in the States we'd like to play too but like I said, not gonna get in the van and drive it!! 

Cheers,
Jimmy J

[mb94952]

I remember back in 1989 when you were with Allan Holdsworth and played in San Rafael, CA at New George's and you guys literally had the nondescript white van.

[lembic76450]

Jimmy,  my drummer Joe is going to try to say hello tonight,  he met you at Scullers with me a few months back...
He'll be at the second show.  He is a huge Alembic fan.

[JimmyJ]

Alright Kenn, I'll watch for him.

Jimmy J

[lembic76450]

Jimmy, your kindness knows no bounds,  thank you....

[JimmyJ]

Oops, I spoke too soon and seem to have missed your pal.  There was an extra large number of friends and extended family there last night and on top of that I had to make a quick exit to get home and free the doggie...    Tell Joe I'm sorry and I hope he at least got to chat with Gadd for a bit.  He caught a good set anyway.

Jimmy J

[lembic76450]

Jimmy, no problem at all.  He did not want to bother you when you were breaking down, so he wandered
over to the merchandise table where he ran into Steve Gadd.  Well, a couple of pics and a CD later, ah, drummers,
I'm sure you understand.  When he made it back to his table, which was front row just to your left, you were on your
way home. He sends you best wishes and thanks for a great night.

[rustyg61]

Hey all,

Yes indeed, JT is loading up the trucks again.  We thought he was going to take it easy in 2020 ... but no.  And none of us are complaining!

In chronological order:
Hieronymous, track me down next Tuesday and say hello.  I don't even know your real name, unless it Harry Bosch.
Rusty, if that works out let me know where you're sitting and I'll do my best to come and find you before we play.
Gregory, same thing.  You're talking about Norfolk 6/23 right?
And Graeme, there have been some rumblings about EU in the fall but I don't have any info.  Seems like you guys all find out the details before I do so I'll keep watching this forum. 

Always nice to visit with my extended Alembic family.

Jimmy J

Hey Jimmy, I just bought my JT tickets to the Houston show today! I'm so excited to finally get to hear you in person! I hope I get a chance to meet you too! I'm in section 108 row 24.

Rusty

[mb94952]

Jimmy, your kindness knows no bounds,  thank you....

That is so evident. Rare these days.

[JimmyJ]

Hey Rusty,

Thanks for supporting the tour, much appreciated.  I'm writing you in the book and will do my best to get out and say hello.  Tell me your seat numbers too.  I don't even know when these shows are supposed to start but we'll figure that out later...

Jimmy J

[rustyg61]

Hey Rusty,

Thanks for supporting the tour, much appreciated.  I'm writing you in the book and will do my best to get out and say hello.  Tell me your seat numbers too.  I don't even know when these shows are supposed to start but we'll figure that out later...

Jimmy J

Thanks Jimmy! My wife & I will be in seats 3&4 on row 24 Section 108. We will be there when the doors open so I can get in our seats asap & start looking for you!

[JimmyJ]

Alright Rusty, I'll do my best to find you.  Remind me here on the forum when the date gets closer.  As far as I know Jackson's band includes steel guitarist Greg Leisz and bassist Bob Glaub so it will be great to hear those guys!!

Thanks again,
Jimmy J

[rustyg61]

Sounds great Jimmy! I've never seen JT or Jackson, but honestly, I'm going more to see you than them! You are one of the most tasteful bass players I know of & your tone is the benchmark I try to achieve on my own basses. You are playing Houston May 16, & my birthday is May 20 so I can't think of a better birthday present than to finally get to see you play live!


Thank you so much for making yourself available to the Alembic Family worldwide! I know you don't like to draw a lot of attention to yourself, but it will be a real honor to meet you if you have the time.


I'll give you a reminder closer to the show.


Rusty

[edwin]

I just found you were at Dazzle in Denver! If I had known, I would have made it down. Oh well. Next time!