Lambert, Hendricks & Ross - Four LIVE 1961

[@postatility9703]

The more you hear Jon Hendricks' lyrics, the more you realize this was an extraordinarily wise and wonderful poet/philosopher that we had the pleasure of enjoying for many years. Recommended:His two interviews with Monk Rowe.

[@morganfjp]

Here's part 1: kzbin.info/www/bejne/m4mapHqJnM-BjtE

[@hank1519]

His Airegin lyrics are awesome!

[@kathycahill1698]

Before rap, before hip hop, there was scat and vocalese. I love these folks and their amazing music.

[@zu0832]

Kathy Cahill may be wrong but scat had very little gangster element in it unlike rap

[@joshpettis1160]

Mikah 9, freestyle fellowship, west coast 90s rap crews were rap poet singers the influence is huge

[@claudetteholloway1335]

Me three...

[@imbees2]

Yep

[@theappraiserlady]

Amen

[@rolom3]

I love how the duration of this video is 4:44

[@jerryengelbach]

Ha ha. Great observation.

[@roibenjamin3489]

Yeahhhhh

[@AndromedaCripps]

The fourth four is the title- FOUR!

[@angelopowersmusic]

right! haha

[@jampoles]

Too long for John Cage.

[@walterlevison4550]

I just learned of this group after reading that they were joni mitchell’s early inspiration growing up in Canada. This is mindblowing stuff!

[@markboles135]

One can hear the influence on Joni, clearly.

[@lgbet6w58g4]

1960-My dad built a Heathkit stereo with FM being the NEW Big Thing, played this on his turntable. Now the last one, Ms. Ross has passed. RIP and thanks.

[@claudepraytor8101]

R.I.P.

[@donnatlaw6172]

@@claudepraytor8101 Mr. Praytor, apparently Ms. Ross appeared in NYC monthly almost til her passing. I'm right across the Hudson. I blew it.

[@richardelliott8352]

the man is a unique talent who has impressed me throughout my life, as has the group.

[@charlesbarry6730]

RIP Annie Ross . She was the last surviving member of this group.

[@DenSantos]

Simply wonderful, musically, vocally and scenically

[@kathycahill1698]

Rest in Peace, Jon Hendricks. Your music was so inventive and joyful. You won't be forgotten.

[@kirbyclements2147]

Ms. Ross is so totally in this song, while john sings, that its infectious

[@stephenclickard9428]

I was 13 years old I saw them at Monterey jazz fest. I already all there albums , but seeing them in person was a reel joy.

[@temperhollow7716]

Such a modern and refreshing trio! Wonderful voices.

[@ewaf88]

RIP - Jon - where on Earth did get a voice like that - sublime

[@guruuDev]

Joni Mitchell said this group was her Beatles, as a kid -- and she still, as an adult, knew every word and note of their album "Lambert, Hendricks & Ross - The Hottest New Group In Jazz."

[@bryanhead2670]

10 years old in 1983 seeing superman 3 movie with Annie Ross playing a villain,, now im enjoying her jazz music!

[@cordellsenior9935]

Perfection in my eyes and ears and mind. R.I.P. Mr. Lambert and Mr. Hendricks. God bless Ms. Ross

[@ALLENLABAN]

great group . my uncle vic turned me on to them in 1965. i still listen to their cd all the time

[@tonypearson4638]

They were simply remarkable

[@bobbylinning2348]

The Manhattan Transfer and New York Voices have done a great job in taking the torch light from this great,outstanding,and wonderful singing trio.

[@phenast]

And for a too short time, Rare Silk.

[@Suchapill]

+Philip Nast Thanks, I'll check them out.

[@theappraiserlady]

Manhattan Transfer was too slick.

[@brooklynbummer]

They have their own special talent. Very good music with their vocalization.

[@fotographz_at_see_leVel]

I was fortunate enough to hang out and photograph Jon Hendricks what a wonderful being this man was.

[@richardallanjenni5536]

Pure genius! What a gorgeous blend of musical genius!

[@swingmanic]

I love Annie Ross's body language..She's with every beat!!!

[@levonpoe]

Just discovered this singing group TODAY. I will be listening and posting more. Very nice, classy, sophisticated AND no AUTOTUNES. Todays artist need to learn some of the things these 3 unique artist can teach them.

[@georgeroyal5860]

I'm sorry but I don't think anyone will be able to teach this generation of young people anything, they are like what we had in the white House, who knew everything...

[@harrisjazzman]

If I had to choose only one video in my jazz library, this vid is my top pick. In addition to LHR's talent, this is a classic Miles tune with added lyrics. It truly represents the jazz culture of the sixties.

[@marshallballantine-jones3819]

Never gets old, and nothing since beats it!

[@marymelarl6641]

I would guess that Manhattan Transfer got some inspiration from these 3. Just beautiful harmonies. And the trio behind them is to die for.

[@claudepraytor8101]

I would definitely think that the Manhattan Transfer drew inspiration from them for sure.

[@georgeroyal5860]

Oh! You guess? Huh?

[@mcjazzer]

Jon Hendricks was a major influence on & participant in the Transfer's masterpiece album, Vocalese. He wrote some of the lyrics & i believe also sang on one of the tunes. And royalgeorge, don't be a snark, it's not nice.

[@bobkaufman8699]

They were the best, way ahead of their time

[@cotrimjrk]

Absolutelly I agree. Their time is the present time. Better than anything in present days vocals.

[@dianeanderson6104]

Still are.

[@cannibal.lecher]

Hendricks!! And Les McCann.

[@chipc4936]

Amazing to think that those vibes still resonate.... so resonant. Thank you.

[@JEWinTx]

Wow, a reminder of the power of beauty in art. So clever, witty, swinging and true of life.

[@robertosion5598]

Dear James, pure truth your words. I agree totally! Our heroes of jazz singing! Roberto Sion, Brasil.

[@keithgraham2678]

My dad played this all the time. This is a top ten playlist to me. Absolutely love this music. This is as natural to me as breathing.

[@clarkewi]

This is called Bebop. It's a whole musical universe. The vocals emulate horn solos and use "hipster" talk. Love it. Annie Ross was one of the greats. She was part of "The Little Rascals" as a child.

[@jimcoleman2369]

@@clarkewi - Jim Coleman here ... This past New Year's Eve (12/31/19) I was at Annie Ross's .. She sang "Four' with the legendary Marion Cowings .. (He sat in with Lambert , Hendricks and Ross at The Apollo when he was 15 in 1961 ! ) Tadataka Unno plays piano .. It's on my KZbin channel .. PS - Annie will be 90 on 7/25/20 !!!

[@clarkewi]

@@jimcoleman2369 God Bless her. I love her "Twisted". later covered by Joni Mitchell.

[@jimcoleman2369]

clarkewi Annie wrote the vocalise lyrics to Twisted , using tenor sax player, Wardell Gray’s melody from his recorded solo .

[@marymichael1211]

​@@jimcoleman2369 Thank you for the information.

[@baxatakbaxatak2014]

This was a groundbreaking trio. Can’t believe it took me this long to discover them.

[@jejesus]

Rest in peace lovely Annie Rose.

[@augustotan1919]

You're the one and only Miss Ross.¡¡¡

[@imbees2]

Lambert, Hendriks Ross was one of my most favorite groups growing up. From listening to the album my parents had.

[@montunaman]

So swinging. And true what others said here -- the lyrics Hendricks put to the music were great commentaries on our world, misguided desires...what pioneers these 3 were! I played with a great singer on a cruise ship years ago (Bethany Smith) doing LH&R's Cloudburst. Fantastic

[@jangunnarolsen5946]

Cool! Soul and swinging, just GREAT music!

[@Gracenotesmusic]

Lambert, Hendricks & Ross -Four just BRILLIANT

[@imbees2]

This was one of most favorite groups when I was growing up. Back in the day.

[@ppehsy]

I LOVE this SLOWER VERSION because you can Actually HEAR EVERY WORD THEY SING!!!

[@RoryVanucchi]

Classic vocal of a golden era in American music creativity long gone

[@newenglandartiste]

One cannot go wrong with L,H &R. Good message in the lyrics.

[@Superb1]

Thanks for sharing.

[@kellyneese5216]

I LOVE THIS. I LEARNED HOW TO THINK AND READ MUSIC LISTENING TO THEM. GOOD MEDICINE.

[@gildarivera9112]

The hippest of the hip!!

[@brianm72000]

Thanks so much for posting this! I was fortunate enough to have seen LHR when they visited England with Count Basie and his Orch. At that time I had already learned the lyric to 'Four' -- I had that track on LHR's 'The Swingers' LP -- and it has remained a very special pleasure for me ever since. I had no idea this footage you've posted existed..so, again, thank you SO MUCH!

[@cliffworks748]

fantastic!

[@Navroze]

How can one ever forget these great groups?

[@nestortorres9850]

Excelente versión de este tema de Miles Davis, interpretado por el, probablemente, más destacado conjunto vocal del siglo 20, como fue LAMBERT, HENDRICKS & ROSS.

[@georgeschiraga5725]

The best of the"beats".

[@discman15]

They sound so good you don't even notice the lack of fireworks / choreography / stripping

[@jangunnarolsen5946]

HIp,Hop Generations! Listen to THIS! (a long time before Y) from the 50's/60's, It's what y are into Now!

[@windowreflectionsphotograp4449]

Ahhh...such a groove. Pure genius. Thanks so much for your contributions LH&R!

[@kurttoy5035]

Annie was such a sensational singer with a beautiful voice.

[@JEWinTx]

Never knew this song had these wonderful lyrics!!!! As a songwriter this totally broadens my scope of expression.

[@MrTang-qo9wm]

Dave Lambert could swing!

[@ericmackenzie123]

Why is this SO good!

[@georgeroyal5860]

Since I didn't see a question mark behind your comment? Then I'll have to assume that you do not like the group, so I won't waste my time, and yours trying to explain it to you, for it would surely be an exercise in futility...

[@johnsmith-wk2tb]

These folks are IT, baby. First time I've seen Lincoln singing. Outta sight!

[@brooklynbummer]

These people made great music.

[@imbees2]

Yes indeed, Lambert, Hendricks and Ross!!!

[@deepnation10009]

Yes indeed!

[@heirling25]

They were swinging! Hendricks spitting out one the baddest Miles Davis solos in my opinion.

[@vecernicek2]

He's singing Miles' solo!

[@heirling25]

...and Lambert is singing Horace Silver's solo.

[@marymichael1211]

Wow! 🎶

[@BillRayDrums]

The fact that this video is 4 minutes and 44 seconds is not missed by me. :D Nice touch!

[@drewmaskaroo348]

This is a great performance! Love how everyone is grooving, including the trio. As it turns out, I currently live in Les McCann's hometown of Lexington, Kentucky!

[@dolli818]

This is so damn awesome!! Thank you so much for posting!

[@chrisbuck1695]

What classy cool stuff

[@sto620]

LH&R knew how to make it swing, baby.

[@PLMachadoLuces]

Wow the best jazz skating harmony ever, they sound like a horn section

[@hemmohemmosto5672]

This. The vocal arrangements of LH&R (and later Lambert, Hendricks and Bavan) are pure genious and are often overlooked because the impressive vocalese lyrics get all the attention. The fact is, all the later torch carriers (Double Six of Paris -> Swingle Singers, Manhattan Transfer, Rare Silk, New York Voices, The Real Group, Take Six, Rajaton, Club for Five and the list goes on, fortunately) - they all had the benefit of 4 or more voices for complex harmonies. Here, just three. No multi tracks, no AutoTune, just pure singing. Raw and honest, unproduced (is that even a word...) Mind blowing.

[@judyfrancescagrano5406]

They had only three voices and the 'Double Six of Paris" came later and tried to copy them. Dave Lambert got killed on the Connecticut Turnpike helping change a motorists tire. Try their CD--you will love Annie Ross singing "my Analyst"

[@georgeroyal5860]

Some of You might enjoy gimme that wine. Very humorous lyrics.

[@morganfjp]

"my Analyst"??? It's called Twisted. Check this extraordinary version - with Basie on piano!!! kzbin.info/www/bejne/f4rRnoZ3qb-oeJI

[@thomaslombardo3401]

Marvelous. 😊😊😊

[@williewaset]

Just learned Hendrix has joined the ancestors. A great and mighty walk!

[@charlescasey9799]

Hip jazz so cool classy music I still dig it

[@georgeroyal5860]

Well I'm glad you Do, because there's not a lot to choose from, nowadays...

[@lizzparis9060]

I love you for this😺

[@williamhasselbach1037]

No LHR, no Manhattan Transfer. Sadly almost forgotten now.

[@stevecannon1774]

the 60s were so cool. I miss them

[@melissapauser8460]

I was born at the wrong time. Would’ve loved to experience LH&R live! Though grateful for these excepts!

[@miropribanic5581]

benchmarks in vocal jazz for ever

[@cannibal.lecher]

Never knew Eddie Vinson wrote that tune. I saw him in '71 in Portland when he toured with BB King's band. Nancy King does a good version of Hendrick's lyrics on her second album with Glenn Moore.

[@jlgsound]

Yes! And another later, with Fred Hersch. kzbin.info/www/bejne/hpTEc4p5h86MarM

[@nominalegg5865]

Thank you, thank you for posting this. Before watching this, I only had heard Lorraine Feather doing the vocalese. Miles’ solo has been burned into my head for years. So pleased to hear LH&R do this live!

[@johnopone]

Sooooo This is what the Sixties wuz all about. I like IT !!!!

[@drjawn]

they were cooking before the sixties

[@danjv]

Miles Davis recorded this in 1956!

[@StephanieJeannot]

I love these guys. so cool!

[@michaelbrandt5416]

Hi all. Just went thru my collection of old 45s and found an EP with this trio, taken from their 1958 LP. Kind of confuses me because the photo on the EP have them look like they do on this live video. On their ´58 LP they look entirely different. Maybe because they maybe switched labels. The one I have is Impulse label. No matter. I was curious as to how they sound, and I was blown away how cool they are. I´m a fan for life.

[@imbees2]

great video, great video

[@-Jumbus]

RIP Jon Hendricks, watching this 2 days after his death.

[@lesterjordanjr4170]

When music was music. Love this song

[@MrGandharva108]

Soooo goood.

[@moutienpascal7527]

oh yes!!! Mr John Hendrix le Magnifique!!!!!!!!!

[@walkabou5]

Brilliant.

[@DavedinomanThomas]

westcoastpaeb I just caught this group on a local Jazz station and fell for them immediately. Please post more if you can. What a lift from the usual....

[@robertgsilverman]

Insanely good.

[@SakuraBassandMusic]

This is swingin! 🔥

[@PaulAshley]

Wow! That has got to be hard to do. Takes a ton of talent and these three have it.

[@tomislavsiljkovic4649]

I LOVE THOSE HL & R

[@neilstephen6761]

Fabulous

[@cartoonservices]

Hendricks also did a great vocalese album with The Manhattan Transfer.

[@bobkaufman8699]

I have the album "The Swingers" and a great band too.

[@egyptkiss07]

can’t possibly be coincidental that this clip is 4:44 long 🤯

[@Varlice1]

R.I.P. Ms Ross.

[@firebleeder]

R.I.P John

[@stevesizemore6274]

Minimalist love this! The only wealth is wealth of the soul.

[@sactiger2817]

Genius... absolutely genius!!