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I Wanna Riff
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I've got an intuition
For rhythmic repetition
Don't matter day or night, I wanna riff
Eight counts are all that's needed
Then the lick has been completed
Now loop that thing around, I wanna riff
A sweet and flow-y melody can lift a weary heart
But feel it in your feet, and the blues will depart
Can't find a motive greater
Than to be a syncopator
So count us off, you know I wanna riff
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A sweet and flow-y melody can lift a weary heart
But feel it in your feet, and the blues will depart
Can't find a motive greater
Than to be a syncopator
So take us out, you know I wanna riff
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Ain't Misbehavin'
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Sidestep
03:12
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As the night winds down in a distant town
There's one thing left to do:
Time to wend my way down the long road home to you
I call to say, "goodnight," as you're wrapped up tight
If only I were bundled up there too
But I'll buckle on down and take the long road home to you
The way is lonely and cold, but your love I'll hold
You've kept the fire burn-in' strong
I need to hold you near, but your loving, Dear
Will lead me right where I belong
So I'll soldier on 'till the coming dawn
Lights the way back bright and true
Dreamin' of your arms on the long road home to you
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The way is lonely and cold, but your love I'll hold
You've kept the fire burn-in' strong
I need to hold you near, but your loving, Dear
Will lead me right where I belong
So I'll soldier on 'till the coming dawn
Lights the way back bright and true
Dreamin' of your arms on the long road home to you
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Subtle Stroll
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Trombone Island
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The captain and the band are lookin' mighty grand
Cats are warmin' up and gettin' tuned
But as you take your chair, you're taken by despair
For once again you find yourself marooned
It's a lonely life
On Trombone Island
So far away from the rest of the crew
It's no paradise
On Trombone Island
Just you, a horn, and the big wide open blue
(Tide comes in, tide goes out)
The tenor blows some more
(Tide comes in, tide goes out)
You're stranded on the shore
But time to time
On Trombone Island
You catch a friendly breeze
And the song birds take wing
To Trombone Island
For they know it's gonna swing
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(Tide comes in, tide goes out)
The tenor blows some more
(Tide comes in, tide goes out)
You're stranded on the shore
But you'll let it slide
On Trombone Island
There's no need to be glum
Even though you're leagues away
For Trombone Island
Is a swingin' place to stay
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Trashcat Shuffle
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Rhythm and Romance
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Carolina Evening
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In dappled light, the fireflies
Are glowing soft and bright
Your hand in mine has never looked so right
The gilded pines sway gently
And I find your warm embrace
The sunset frames our reverie
As we slip to a quiet place
I share with you a secret phrase
I'm yearning to reveal
I finally tell you how I truly feel
On that Carolina evening
When I laid it on the line
Beneath the stars you stole this
Carolina heart of mine
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On that Carolina evening
When I laid it on the line
Beneath the stars you stole this
Carolina heart of mine
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Blues in the Right Lane
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'Deed I Do
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Keenan McKenzie Durham, North Carolina
Keenan McKenzie is a Durham-based saxophone and clarinet player, specializing in dance-oriented music. In addition to leading his own band, the Riffers, he appears with The Mint Julep Jazz Band, Michael Gamble, Jonathan Stout, The Rhythm Serenaders, and The Shakedown. ... more
Keenan McKenzie recommends:
All Cooped Up - Quarantine EP
by Jonathan Stout
Jonathan's EP features 5 clever guitar arrangements (including one of my tunes!) - if you dig this, you should also check out his previous release, "Pick it and Play It"
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Tribute to Louis Armstrong & His All-Stars / Live at Lindy Focus
by Gordon Au
An unforgettable night of music, with many highlights, including stellar band-leading and playing by trumpeter Gordon Au.
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Watch the Birdie
by Mint Julep Jazz Band
The latest release from the Mint Julep Jazz Band, with 14 danceable, little big band tunes. This record features some of my favorite musicians and is even available on vinyl!
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Pass The Bounce
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supported by 89 fans who also own “Lakewood Jump”
I've been playing this CD on repeat for DAYS! Great dance music!
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This Year's Kisses
by Brooks Prumo Orchestra
supported by 87 fans who also own “Lakewood Jump”
Lots of exciting variation in this song, it invites creative, playful dance.
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Celebrated pianist and bandleader Joey Alexander comes into his own as a jazz composer on his debut release.
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