JIMMY SCOTT Live in Tokyo Apr. 2000

[@jmcgaw]

I was lucky enough to see him that same year, performing to a small audience at the Newport Film Festival in the Hotel Viking. I sat in the front row and it was just Jimmy and a pianist accompanying him. One of the highlights of my life.

[@melodysanger103]

REMEMBERING JAMES VICTOR "JIMMY" SCOTT (July 17, 1925 - June 12, 2014) [07/14/2023]

[@EleazarOctavioRuizSpreafico]

Not a single word without soul Lil' Jimmy sang!!! Unique

[@wlodzio47]

Many people in Poland love Jimmie's songs.

[@michaelhorton1350]

Privileged, indeed to have had front-row seat in tiny bookstore during Lost and Found period. To have called it the single most impressive live performance this jazzophile ever done seen is massive understatement. Not only embarassed (slightly) by the gut-wrenching depth of some heavy ballads, delivered as no other, turned to see behind what almost could have passed for wake. Not a single unaffected person, with many in bawling tears. And that was only three songs! Later, was able to give heart-felt compliment to Scott himself, saying “You’ve got the best phasing in business.” And he, consummate crooner, just shrugged and “Aww, thanks baby. Practically EVERY singer mentions at least, if not steal, Scott. His chromatics inspired no less than young Nancy Wilson, Franki Valli and so many more. Obscure melodies thrill once again with his interpretations, noted by songsmiths everywhere. No gimmicks, flangers, sweeteners or studio tricks. Interesting also, is Ray Charles, huge Scott fan, chose him to produce first album on Tangerine label, Which, because contract disputes, never released. Did see one of only copies known to exist by fellow concert-goer, who’d won advance release in radio call-in show. Record pulled shortly therafter. Scott is in league of own: Hampton sidemen sometime wondered if Poor Jimmy gonna collapse on stage, emoting so. But we see otherwise.

[@rodrigopalermo9172]

Didnt know Jimmy Scott. I met him by "accident" and i couldnt stop listening. Mesmerising.

[@lafrancecotten4593]

I saw little Jimmy Scott back in fifths with a big band Lionel Hampton he was amazing then I'm so happy to hear his smooth voice on UT music . Thanks

[@Dee530Luvz2BeLoved5555]

A one of a kind Voice... God sure Blessed this Legendary Gentelman, talent and a way with the fans, I am a new fan and all I can say is WOW!!! His Beautiful wife isn't bad either... Love to both Jimmy & Jeanie Many Blessings... Your, Marcie & Dee

[@loulou2lou]

I love the man and his voice.He has his own unique style.He was Billie Holidays fave.

[@kishosoundandvision]

Jimmy is the best ever male JAZZ singer ... but i also wanna say something about pianist and that something is WOW .. amazing ... perfect pianist ... so pure ... so lyrical ... WOW !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@teresavieira9053]

All Perfect and Spectacular!!!! I agree with Kishosoundandvision too. Each and all of them. Mr. Scott, Mr. Kanan, Mr. Uchibori and Orchestra. WOW!

[@Andieshrink]

Wow. I had never met him and he is really impressive! Michael Kanan at keys is awesome, as always... Andrea.

[@SoulSister66]

Hi Fans, Thanks for your interst in Jimmy. Kallman's is a hormornal deficienty (not a disease), that effects 2% of the population. He did not stop growing at age 12, he grew 8 inches taller at age 37. Yes, it true he went from 4'11" to 5'7" his height today. Jeanie Scott **************

[@reythmband]

I keep returning to this concert, it's so fascinating and swinging. The thought just occurred to me this time, that Jimmy Scott and Miles Davis could have collaborated on an album. There's something in their approach to tonality, a similar plaintive, singular quality.

[@MrNegraMusica]

What a wonderful performance.

[@SoulSister66]

"HAPPY HEAVENLY BIRTHDAY BABY!!!" ~

[@melodysanger103]

REMEMBERING JAMES "JIMMY" SCOTT (JULY 17, 1925 - JUNE 12, 2014) [07/17/2018]

[@yetpole]

I do love your songs, what marvelous voice!!

[@jforozco12]

Holy shit i didnt expected to be that good. Awesome song !

[@beboppinnow]

He sang right up to the very end . . . farewell friend.

[@SoulSister66]

MY ANGEL & The World's Jazz Angel ~

[@Pictureme2]

Sing it Jimmy!

[@Zaidemeit]

Superlative!

[@scatmando]

KNOCKOUT 10/10.

[@apollocabrera6710]

Yesssss..

[@GODCONVOYPRIME]

This man is a GOD.

[@the.ben.johnson]

🎉 Jimmy Scott (1925 - 2014) foi um maravilhoso cantor. O exotismo de sua voz foi em função da síndrome de Kallman, uma rara condição genética. Isso impediu o seu desenvolvimento físico e sua voz praticamente permaneceu a mesma de quando atingiu a puberdade. Aqui, ao vivo, num extraordinário arranjo do Maestro Masaru Uchibori.

[@joanfleur]

❤️❤️❤️

[@Lalaland-q2z]

Dinah Washington has stated that Jimmy Scott gave her her style...I knew him on early recordings he made and one can see on the 1950's recordings where he ifluenced so many vocalists..wonderful.

[@blkrkeytek]

nice

[@jvenney]

Does anyone have Jimmy singing Unchained Melody - I got "taken" for mine and would love to add it to my favorites... j

[@TakinamiTakao]

動画、見ました。

[@beechtan]

how do I get a copy of Jimmy Scott's Heaven (Talking Heads version)?

[@LUMADY1]

que dicir de tanto talento????

[@fernando13]

Ok. Sorry about it! I only gave you this information because there are a lot of people who think that it's a woman bacause of his sound!! You know this! But anyway, thanks for reply and sorry about my english, I'm brasilian. Bye bye and good christmas...

[@rdangelo]

Thanks for that. Actually, my original comment was pretty immature. My bad...

[@NilNada]

Not too many people know about the disease. There is a very good biography by David Ritz named "Faith in Time". It is a fascinating book. Jimmy got ripped off in his early musical career.

[@KojiRecords]

Jimmy Scott ripped off himself by 1) getting involved with many a wrong woman; 2) not fighting that bastard Herman Lubinsky to get out of his lifelong Savoy Records contract; and 3) taking long term employment outside of music when he just should have hung on in there and kept singing. In "Faith In Time," Jimmy lost alot of time...and deprived the world of his magnificent musical genius. Glad Jimmy came back in the end, can't make up for lost time but at least we have gems like this to enjoy.

[@SoulSister66]

Jimmy never stopped singing or performing during those years and even recording. You don't know the whole story.

[@rdangelo]

Wow, she sounds almost like Joe Pesci...

[@rdangelo]

I was making a joke, fernando. Lighten up, please.