Ay, carumba, Ay carumba! Records are a nice momento, but holy shit what an experience you lived! I am excited just hearing your yarn! I'm jealously basking in the glory of your Sun Ra encounter. Love when you shine down on us, Teddy - great session. Mike.
Dude, the passion in your communication gave me goosebumps! It's so wonderful when rarities find someone who can truly appreciate them. Thank you for sharing this part of your collection. Now I'm looking forward to catching up on all your other videos! Thank you!
Wow man, your Sun Ra stories are absolutely amazing, and I can't believe some of those records that you actually bought the way they were meant to be bought: From the band, at the show. I didn't get heavily into Sun Ra until long after he returned to his home planet, and I wait as patiently as I can for reissues of some of that stuff--particularly since those late 70s ones are some of the hardest ones to find! Incredible, I'm blown away.
Hey man, yeah that was some crazy shit. At the time as it all unfolded, it seemed like it was supposed to happen as it was. Now I can hardly believe it all went down the way it did...insane. I forgot to mention that when Sun Ra was being driven to the 'In-Store' and pulling up in someone's Caddy, he was in the passenger's seat dry shaving with a Bic disposable razor!!!! As you've come to learn, Sun Ra should be classified as a 'Schedule-1 Narcotic.' That dude is as addictive as anything out there. Thanks for hangin' and dropping a line - Teddy
I just discovered your channel through this contest , WOW! i loved it, the records, the knowledge and the very smoothing voice of yours ;) Amazing Sun Ra collection, incredible! mouth dripping! i had to sub! Cheers! David.
Hey David, Welcome aboard!! Thank you for your kind words and spending the time to check out the channel. Very much appreciated. Have a good one - Teddy
Mic Drop. Wow. That was something. What a treat to watch Teddy. Thank you for sharing. Even more special because of the incredible stories and personal connection to the of course very special records. Experiences like that are worth more than any record. Great photo you got. So cool that you can say you took it. Thank you so much for sharing. And great to see you again as always. Hope you are well. Kieran
Hey Kieran!! Thanks man. As far as the 2-weeks Sun Ra was around, file it under 'Pinch Me'...sometimes it feels like a dream. I'll tell you, luck, karma, whatever, paid me a visit and put in the right place at the right time, and I'm VERY happy to have these artifacts as a reminder of how freaking cool it really was and that I'm still around to share with folks like yourself who will understand!! Have a good one - Teddy
First of a big thanx for doing this. So enjoyable for so many people. As I said before, it’s like Christmas every time you videos pop up! I do agree with you about value but sitting down and residing in what way to go with the “question” I did desire that I wanted to see records that you do not see every day and my hope for the contest (like always in life) was to get hooked to new music that I never heard of. By asking for “rare and valuable” records I think that I will lure out the things that you don’t see every day. And seeing the videos up to now, my listening list has increased a lot. That Love Supreme is just a piece of art. Should be in a museum and tales and movies should be made about that prestige copy! Just fantastic. I guess that the sun Ra is hard to get in that condition. The silver album covers is always beat on records. That story... Amazing. Just wow! And they just keep coming.... Jaw dropped. Thanx a bunch for doing this Teddy. Mission is also accomplished. I acutely get vibes from “back in the VC hay-day” when the responses are coming in. Strange kind of nostalgic trip =)
You are most welcome sir! I generally don't do contests...BUT...one as interesting as yours, and for one of the old guard VC, I'm in!!! The whole thing has been a blast. You even got Anders to appear. Hay-Day indeed.!!!
Great, great video Teddy. I agree with you, the prices are just way out of proportion and crazy. Enjoyed the dialogue here, your stories, especially the Sun Ra stories.
Hey Linda, Thank you so much. I'm glad you enjoyed! The price issue bothers me quite a bit as capitalism has dug it's dirty claws into the tender emotions and psyche of another collector's genre. I guess I shouldn't be surprised, but it sucks none the less. I hope all is well with you. Thanks for hanging out a bit - Teddy
I'm quite new to the VC, and I just stumbled upon your channel through Jonas' contest. Amazing video and records. Can't wait to see more videos from you, old and new! Jacob in Denmark.
Hi Teddy! Beautiful copies of Bill Dixon and of A Love Supreme! Lanquidity also looks amazing. You have so much great music in your collection. Amazing Sun Ra collection, the story and the signed 7' is just insane. Thank you for a great video. Talk soon. /Anders
Hi Anders, Thanks so much. I means a lot coming you my friend with your awesome collection. Oh, by the way it turns out the 'Gyroscope' RSD release was in Europe only....Yes, let's talk soon. - Teddy
Teddy my man, so great to see and hear you again. The records were phenomenal but the stories and your delivery are what I’m here for. You remind me what got me into this ridiculous hobby in the first place. Be good!
Stav! Hey brother, how's it hangin? You know, if we all live long enough there will be a story of two to tell along the way. You just might win the comment of the day with "this ridiculous hobby"...that it is my friend, that it is! Have a good one - Teddy
Hey Teddy, Very pleasant surprise seeing you on for this. I understand that about books. Ah, that Mothers.... :-) Of course, that Dixon. Have you to thank for sharing that. Wonderful story! As well as photo and tape evidence. :-) Wonderful pieces from that, and that final little gem at the end! Certainly priceless. Thanks for sharing it all. -Carm
Hey Carm! Thank you. I figured you for one would understand the idea my parents set forth about books. Of course, people could apply the same thoughts toward other people. Wouldn't that be novel (pun intended). I hope your gardening is going well - Teddy
Throughout the course of this video my jaw dropped slowly lower and lower, around the point of Lanquiditiy I noticed this and pushed my jaw back up. It immediately dropped to the bottom with the stuff showed after that. Absolutely amazing, I am about to start digging into Sun Ra's catalogue properly and investigating with a bit of purpose, I recently picked up a handful of reissues and have seemingly caught the Sun Ra bug, I have a video filmed already in the can which I may put up in the coming days documenting my initial forays and thoughts, I am well aware there's a lot ahead of me to dig into.
I'm sorry to have caused any undue stress to you lower mandible. Sun Ra is a side journey of notable magnitude. Congrats for diving in and taking it on. You definitely have enough under you belt to make slowly make some order out of it under your own terms. Here's my offer to you....I'd be more than happy to Skype, FaceTime, WhatsApp, whatever with you sometime to have a chat about Mr. Ra. Have an intergalactic good one - Teddy
Well that’s why they call you The Professor. What amazing stories that supersede the “value” though much of those are priceless. As a set, they are certainly in four figures if it matters. You are always just so entertaining. Keep Groovin my man.
MVJ!! You know it....the music and records are indeed the artifacts of the stories. For me, the music will always come before it's monetary worth. The value is the art involved and whatever direction it moves the emotional needle. Thanks for hangin', and hi to April as well!! - Teddy
Just WOW!! I knew you'd be pulling some heavy hitters, but that was mind blowing. Love your philosophy on records being your friends too Teddy. You have quite the circle of friends. Thanks for sharing.
Amazing Sun Ra stories, Teddy! I loved what you said about being taught to respect books. I'm in total agreement to respect the things you have and show them appreciation.You can definitely see the care and appreciation you have and show with your collection and the enjoyment it has brought you. It is one of the main reason why I think you and your channel are the cream of the crop in regards to record collecting. I'm a Sun Ra novice but seeing your collection and hearing your stories is opening the door for me. Thanks for that. I'm sure you have a closet full more of stories from when you worked in that record store you mentioned and all of your other experiences over the years. Maybe you'll share more of them in future videos. Great contest entry!
Thanks a ton for your thoughtful comment!!! My parents were pretty cool in that regard and one of many life lessons they imparted along the way. Another thing they were big on was the idea of sharing....and that sits at the core of these video's (not just me, but others as well) Sun Ra's output is so vast and varied that's improbable to wrap your arms around the entirety. But just dive in and you'll find your way around organically. Have a good one - Teddy
Good gracious... I knew when I saw your video on my feed that it was going to be good, but man, the RA stories are pure magic. I am always happy to watch your videos and see the great music you share. But what had me hit subscribe way back when is your ability to tell a good story, you're gifted in that area. And this video is no exception. I mean you got to hobnob with Sun Ra, now THAT is cool! I know Bruce (Fear No Arts) is going to dig this if he hasn't seen it already, he's a massive fan of Sun Ra. Always good to see you Teddy.
Dave! How goes it man? Great to hear from you. You, if you live long enough you can usually bank a few wild stories along the way. That said, the Sun Ra story is on another plane. When it was all happening it was like, "Oh yeah, Sun Ra in KC for 2-weeks?...Of course!!" Now it's a total 'Pinch Me' did that really happen? I do very much appreciate your kind comment. It means a lot. - Teddy
Hey Kirk! Thank you sir. Pricing is the greedy side of Capitalism run amok. Preying on the obsessive nature of collecting. Luckily I came up through the affordable golden age of record hoarding! Have a good one - Teddy
Great to see "the real stuff" :) This is probably exactly what Jonas wanted to see. I enjoy seeing all these amazing record. The labels especially are some unique. Thanks for sharing, Teddy. Take care. /Paul
Hi Paul, thanks for checking out the proceedings. Yeah, those Sun Ra labels are an equal ingredient to their uniqueness. Cool stuff. You're welcome, happy to share - Teddy
Hey Tom! It still amazes me what Dixon created and then went dark for years. It checks so many boxes for me. It's spiritual / artistic value is so far beyond whatever it's monetary value might be. I don't purposefully seek out much these days, but that was one (still sealed) i was not going to denied if it existed...and it did!!!. You know the feeling with some of the amazing rarities you've come up with. The Sun Ra experiences and artifacts are still a 'pinch me' situation. I just can't believe it really happened sometimes! Have a good one man - Teddy
Teddy, you know the records and music here all speak for themselves but your stories here are truly priceless. Thank you so much for sharing stories over a lifetime of music fandom and record collecting for the sake of the music in the grooves and not the $ value of the vinyl. Amaxing stuff, cheers- Dean
Hey Dean, You know it....the records and the music are just artifact vehicles for getting into something deeper and more meaningful. I really appreciate you hangin' and your thoughts. - Teddy
Wonderful video Teddy. Never seen you so excited and passionate before. Lovely fascinating recollections. Thank you for taking us on your journey. Matt
Hey Matt, I guess I was a little amped up...ha! But hey, as long as I've been into all of this, it was fun to take a step back and reminisce about what makes this so fun and meaningful. I appreciate you chiming in - Teddy
Thanks for sharing the fun stories Teddy--the physical records are just souvenirs we pick up along the way.... I suggest taking a transcript of this video, printing it out, and keeping it with the Sun Ra records so that the next generation of "vinyl protectors" get an equally impressive back story to go with. (And I agree, "value" is extremely relative and subjective. And we must all remember that "rarity" does not equate to "value.")
Howdy Blake! I hope you're doing well. I really like your suggestion. What I think I'll do is excerpt that portion of the video and put it an a thumb drive to include with the other materials. Yeah, possessions and value are best when they're an internal equation. Have a good one - Teddy
Here here!..for books and jonas and good music..wonderful video as per usual..I knew sun ra would be making an appearance..😀..I think languidity is so popular because it has a strong funk and groove component to the music.. You indeed really lifted mr.dixon's profile in recent times..funny have a very similar og stereo of a love supreme..believe it or not found it at hpb!..sacred musical text in my book..those saturns are the definition of rare..nice to to see you revisit them for us..I remember your excellent sun ra video..the single is a new chapter to the story though..wonderful..what more can I say but love and blessings always to you brother..I might try to make a video as well out of love and respect for jonas..
Brother C!! Man, how are you? I'm so happy you chimed in. Agree with you about 'Lanquidity.' I think it's one of, if not the easiest entry point into Sun Ra's wild and wooly catalog. ALS at HPB...see, that's what this is really all about is the luck or karma that visits us from time. It's hard to explain how there are such items of beauty that have been waiting for you to appear to love and appreciate them. I'm generally not into contests and threads, but I will step up for an old-guard delight like Jonas....I hope you will too. Maybe you should show the most common records you have..Hahaha. Much love back at ya - Teddy
The Sun Ra bootleg is too cool. I did that once at a Jonathan Richman show. He caught me but didn't care :) The Sun Ra pressings are so awesome to see.
My wife is from Boston and when we met at a college party in 1978 she asked me if I was familiar with Jonathan Richman? I said, "of course". We've been together ever since. Hey Kris!! Was it a JR solo show? What a loveable goof. I've got a special place in my heart for those Sun Ra artifacts. How could you not? Have a good one - Teddy
Wow. Cool stories. That's what I love about records. I can pretty much remember the story from every record that I found in the wild which is the best part of not buying them online (I mean that and the money savings of course). Working at a record store sounds like a dream. Thanks for the video.
Thanks! Ahhh, the memories of buying online..."I remember the time I pressed 'ENTER' with my left hand" Hahha. Yeah, digging in the real world is where it's at! Working in a record store was a dream and a nightmare at the same time. Sometimes rent was a challenge because too much of my paycheck went right back in the cash register at the store!!!
Fantastic Teddy! Is the Bill Dixon re-press worth picking up (even with the different mastering?) Fabulous Sun Ra stories - how we love the DIY organic authenticity of this way of making and sharing your music. Man - the video just keep getting better and better! That 7"!!!! Thank you
Thanks Mark!! The Dixon reissue is indeed worth it. The music is so unique and still fresh and is worthy of any mix applied to it. The remaster is really good but as these things go it's always a matter of personal taste. Go for it!!! I know you've rubbed elbow's with a few folks yourself, but sometimes like Sun Ra it rises to a whole new level of "Pinch Me." I really enjoyed your latest two video foray's with John....Brilliant - Teddy
Thanks Teddy - always great to know we are connecting with good people - I now get how that Sun Ra experience must have had quite profound resonance for you - keep up your great work
Truly amazing stuff Teddy. I have been looking for a copy of Days of Happiness for years. Particularly the original 1979 cover with the Egyptian figures. Some of my favorite music from Sun Ra on that release along with Sleeping Beauty which I have a reissue of from Art Yard. I believe there is a finally another reissue of Days of Happiness coming out this year so stoked about that. I believe it is titled God Is More Than Love Can Ever Be.
Hey Dave! Thanks man. I thought you might get a kick out of the proceedings. Yeah, I'm stoked to have any copy with any cover of 'Days of Happiness', but you're right, the Egyptian figures cover would be awesome. Do you know who's going to reissue it, and if they'll reproduce that cover? Very cool that is one of your Ra favs...it's great!!
eat.sleep.vinyl Cosmic Myth Records is reissuing it. I know Art Yard does a great job on their Sun Ra reissues. Not sure how the Pressing will be with Cosmic but for only 15 to 20 bones I’ll take a chance.
The Bill Dixon Orchestra Intents And Purposes fantastic album I am sure you introduced it to me, one of my favourites now thanks. And you meet Sun Ra!
Two weeks of Sun-Ra. Sounds like a lotta fun. My favorite hip-hop producer Madlib is a huge fan of his and that's how I found out about his music. And his experimental stuff is just my kind of music.
Hey, the most likely places we could have crossed paths would have been Pennylane Records, where I worked, or Milton's Taproom and Parody Hall where I often hung out.
I spent a lot of time (and $$) in Pennylane so that's probably it! Also Milton's, Grand Emporium and London's while it was open. Too much time in The Hurricane when the Bon Ton band ruled Westport. Good times, miss em. Peace!
With the high prices of Sun Ra albums, I've resorted to (gasp!) downloading. Far from ideal, but it's all about the music anyway right? I did recently find one grail: Bud Shank and Three Trombones on 10 inch Pacific Jazz. Eddie / New York
Hey Eddie, Indeed it's ALL about the music. It's quite discouraging at times the way vinyl pricing has unfolded. I dig Pacific Jazz and have been getting back into some early pianoless Gerry Mulligan groups. That Bud Shank sounds really cool. I'm going to look into that one. Congrats on your score!!! - Teddy
WOW Teddy those Sun Ra pieces are mind blowing and you got to meet him and take a picture that's a dream come true excellent brother. Rolling Stone Satanic Majesties Request I'm still looking for a minty reasonable priced one and the great Bill Dixon.Teddy your collection is so amazing you sure know how to make an entrance. A Love Supreme looks like it just came out. Teddy you have a great weekend. Marvelous episode Teddy.lovellandrew
Hey Lovell!! Thank you sir...I can say the same about your amazing collection as well. It's been a lot of fun watching these contest videos hasn't it? Keep on the good foot - Teddy
eat.sleep.vinyl yes its been awesome everyone has some amazing collections especially your Sun Ra. This is one artist I want to collect I dont know where to start his catalog is vast.
Hi. Loving your videos and what a great story. I love your passion and depth of information. Some truly sublime records here too. I have a number of rare and valuable records but I've only just uploaded an intro video to the VC so am not sure I should enter the contest, but am enjoying the videos.... Drop by and have a watch if you get the time. Cheers. Alan
Hi Alan, Thanks for watching and your kind thoughts. Ah, very cool that you've decide to take the plunge. I will drop by for sure. Have a good one - Teddy
Hahaha...cough....maybe....cough. Andrew!!! It's great to hear from you, seriously. I hope things are groovy in your world., or at least relatively acceptable.
Fun video Teddy, thanks. And please lmk if you have (or do not have) a copy of Dollar Brand's Cape Town Fringe. Have been saving a duplicate for VCLT... Cheers -DH
Hi David, I did get it and responded to you twice. You don’t get notified when PM’s come through. You have to go to your channel...then go to ‘Creator Studio’ (blue button upper right/ish...then hit ‘Community’ (on the left side panel) ....then opens ‘Messages’ and they should be sitting there
Campo!!! You know how it goes...we all occasionally get lucky. I don't usually do contests or threads, (last one I did was Fred's 'Faces Thread') but this one has been old-school VC fun. I hope you might join in. - Teddy
Ay, carumba, Ay carumba! Records are a nice momento, but holy shit what an experience you lived! I am excited just hearing your yarn! I'm jealously basking in the glory of your Sun Ra encounter. Love when you shine down on us, Teddy - great session. Mike.
No kidding!! It's hard to fathom all these years later that all actually happened. Thanks Mike!
Dude, the passion in your communication gave me goosebumps! It's so wonderful when rarities find someone who can truly appreciate them. Thank you for sharing this part of your collection. Now I'm looking forward to catching up on all your other videos! Thank you!
Right on! I appreciate you chiming in here and letting me know how much you dug the goings on. You're welcome, and enjoy your look around!! - Teddy
Wow man, your Sun Ra stories are absolutely amazing, and I can't believe some of those records that you actually bought the way they were meant to be bought: From the band, at the show. I didn't get heavily into Sun Ra until long after he returned to his home planet, and I wait as patiently as I can for reissues of some of that stuff--particularly since those late 70s ones are some of the hardest ones to find! Incredible, I'm blown away.
Hey man, yeah that was some crazy shit. At the time as it all unfolded, it seemed like it was supposed to happen as it was. Now I can hardly believe it all went down the way it did...insane. I forgot to mention that when Sun Ra was being driven to the 'In-Store' and pulling up in someone's Caddy, he was in the passenger's seat dry shaving with a Bic disposable razor!!!! As you've come to learn, Sun Ra should be classified as a 'Schedule-1 Narcotic.' That dude is as addictive as anything out there. Thanks for hangin' and dropping a line - Teddy
I just discovered your channel through this contest , WOW! i loved it, the records, the knowledge and the very smoothing voice of yours ;) Amazing Sun Ra collection, incredible! mouth dripping! i had to sub! Cheers! David.
Hey David, Welcome aboard!! Thank you for your kind words and spending the time to check out the channel. Very much appreciated. Have a good one - Teddy
Mic Drop. Wow. That was something. What a treat to watch Teddy. Thank you for sharing. Even more special because of the incredible stories and personal connection to the of course very special records. Experiences like that are worth more than any record. Great photo you got. So cool that you can say you took it.
Thank you so much for sharing. And great to see you again as always. Hope you are well.
Kieran
Hey Kieran!! Thanks man. As far as the 2-weeks Sun Ra was around, file it under 'Pinch Me'...sometimes it feels like a dream. I'll tell you, luck, karma, whatever, paid me a visit and put in the right place at the right time, and I'm VERY happy to have these artifacts as a reminder of how freaking cool it really was and that I'm still around to share with folks like yourself who will understand!! Have a good one - Teddy
First of a big thanx for doing this. So enjoyable for so many people. As I said before, it’s like Christmas every time you videos pop up! I do agree with you about value but sitting down and residing in what way to go with the “question” I did desire that I wanted to see records that you do not see every day and my hope for the contest (like always in life) was to get hooked to new music that I never heard of. By asking for “rare and valuable” records I think that I will lure out the things that you don’t see every day. And seeing the videos up to now, my listening list has increased a lot. That Love Supreme is just a piece of art. Should be in a museum and tales and movies should be made about that prestige copy! Just fantastic. I guess that the sun Ra is hard to get in that condition. The silver album covers is always beat on records. That story... Amazing. Just wow! And they just keep coming.... Jaw dropped. Thanx a bunch for doing this Teddy. Mission is also accomplished. I acutely get vibes from “back in the VC hay-day” when the responses are coming in. Strange kind of nostalgic trip =)
You are most welcome sir! I generally don't do contests...BUT...one as interesting as yours, and for one of the old guard VC, I'm in!!! The whole thing has been a blast. You even got Anders to appear. Hay-Day indeed.!!!
WOW!!! Those Sun Ra records are amazing!! Great too see them! Thanks for showing Teddy! Always enjoy the videos!
Thanks! Chalk it up to being at the right place at the right time. Hard to believe sometimes. I appreciate watching and chiming in - Teddy
Great, great video Teddy. I agree with you, the prices are just way out of proportion and crazy. Enjoyed the dialogue here, your stories, especially the Sun Ra stories.
Hey Linda, Thank you so much. I'm glad you enjoyed! The price issue bothers me quite a bit as capitalism has dug it's dirty claws into the tender emotions and psyche of another collector's genre. I guess I shouldn't be surprised, but it sucks none the less. I hope all is well with you. Thanks for hanging out a bit - Teddy
I'm quite new to the VC, and I just stumbled upon your channel through Jonas' contest. Amazing video and records. Can't wait to see more videos from you, old and new! Jacob in Denmark.
Hi Jacob, Welcome aboard!! Thanks for checking things out and commenting. It's always appreciated. - Teddy
Hi Teddy!
Beautiful copies of Bill Dixon and of A Love Supreme! Lanquidity also looks amazing. You have so much great music in your collection. Amazing Sun Ra collection, the story and the signed 7' is just insane. Thank you for a great video. Talk soon.
/Anders
Hi Anders, Thanks so much. I means a lot coming you my friend with your awesome collection. Oh, by the way it turns out the 'Gyroscope' RSD release was in Europe only....Yes, let's talk soon. - Teddy
Teddy my man, so great to see and hear you again. The records were phenomenal but the stories and your delivery are what I’m here for. You remind me what got me into this ridiculous hobby in the first place. Be good!
Stav! Hey brother, how's it hangin? You know, if we all live long enough there will be a story of two to tell along the way. You just might win the comment of the day with "this ridiculous hobby"...that it is my friend, that it is! Have a good one - Teddy
Another great video, a lot of fantastic and special records and stories!
Thx Teddy!
Deeply personal records and stories that you hope will resonate with others. I'm really happy you enjoyed - Teddy
Music is Music, but the personal stories around? That's the Real treasure!
Hey Teddy, Very pleasant surprise seeing you on for this. I understand that about books. Ah, that Mothers.... :-) Of course, that Dixon. Have you to thank for sharing that. Wonderful story! As well as photo and tape evidence. :-) Wonderful pieces from that, and that final little gem at the end! Certainly priceless. Thanks for sharing it all. -Carm
Hey Carm! Thank you. I figured you for one would understand the idea my parents set forth about books. Of course, people could apply the same thoughts toward other people. Wouldn't that be novel (pun intended). I hope your gardening is going well - Teddy
Throughout the course of this video my jaw dropped slowly lower and lower, around the point of Lanquiditiy I noticed this and pushed my jaw back up. It immediately dropped to the bottom with the stuff showed after that. Absolutely amazing, I am about to start digging into Sun Ra's catalogue properly and investigating with a bit of purpose, I recently picked up a handful of reissues and have seemingly caught the Sun Ra bug, I have a video filmed already in the can which I may put up in the coming days documenting my initial forays and thoughts, I am well aware there's a lot ahead of me to dig into.
I'm sorry to have caused any undue stress to you lower mandible. Sun Ra is a side journey of notable magnitude. Congrats for diving in and taking it on. You definitely have enough under you belt to make slowly make some order out of it under your own terms. Here's my offer to you....I'd be more than happy to Skype, FaceTime, WhatsApp, whatever with you sometime to have a chat about Mr. Ra. Have an intergalactic good one - Teddy
That sounds fantastic, I will send you a private message with details in a few weeks once I have at least read the Space is the Place book!
Well that’s why they call you The Professor. What amazing stories that supersede the “value” though much of those are priceless. As a set, they are certainly in four figures if it matters. You are always just so entertaining. Keep Groovin my man.
MVJ!! You know it....the music and records are indeed the artifacts of the stories. For me, the music will always come before it's monetary worth. The value is the art involved and whatever direction it moves the emotional needle. Thanks for hangin', and hi to April as well!! - Teddy
Just WOW!! I knew you'd be pulling some heavy hitters, but that was mind blowing. Love your philosophy on records being your friends too Teddy. You have quite the circle of friends. Thanks for sharing.
Haha..."quite the circle of friends" indeed!! It's truly one of the lasting lessons my parents imparted on me. Thanks for hanging - Teddy
Amazing Sun Ra stories, Teddy! I loved what you said about being taught to respect books. I'm in total agreement to respect the things you have and show them appreciation.You can definitely see the care and appreciation you have and show with your collection and the enjoyment it has brought you. It is one of the main reason why I think you and your channel are the cream of the crop in regards to record collecting. I'm a Sun Ra novice but seeing your collection and hearing your stories is opening the door for me. Thanks for that. I'm sure you have a closet full more of stories from when you worked in that record store you mentioned and all of your other experiences over the years. Maybe you'll share more of them in future videos. Great contest entry!
Thanks a ton for your thoughtful comment!!! My parents were pretty cool in that regard and one of many life lessons they imparted along the way. Another thing they were big on was the idea of sharing....and that sits at the core of these video's (not just me, but others as well) Sun Ra's output is so vast and varied that's improbable to wrap your arms around the entirety. But just dive in and you'll find your way around organically. Have a good one - Teddy
Good gracious... I knew when I saw your video on my feed that it was going to be good, but man, the RA stories are pure magic. I am always happy to watch your videos and see the great music you share. But what had me hit subscribe way back when is your ability to tell a good story, you're gifted in that area. And this video is no exception. I mean you got to hobnob with Sun Ra, now THAT is cool! I know Bruce (Fear No Arts) is going to dig this if he hasn't seen it already, he's a massive fan of Sun Ra. Always good to see you Teddy.
Dave! How goes it man? Great to hear from you. You, if you live long enough you can usually bank a few wild stories along the way. That said, the Sun Ra story is on another plane. When it was all happening it was like, "Oh yeah, Sun Ra in KC for 2-weeks?...Of course!!" Now it's a total 'Pinch Me' did that really happen? I do very much appreciate your kind comment. It means a lot. - Teddy
Oh man Teddy, great stuff and I hear you on the Discogs pricing. I shake my head all the time. Just can’t figure out what’s going on there.
Hey Kirk! Thank you sir. Pricing is the greedy side of Capitalism run amok. Preying on the obsessive nature of collecting. Luckily I came up through the affordable golden age of record hoarding! Have a good one - Teddy
man these sun ra....and that signed 45...phenomenal! nice to see you Teddy!
Hey Chris! Great to hear from you. It's pretty wild how all that came to me so naturally. Right place at the right time!!!
I'm Speechless. Very Cool. Awesome stuff Teddy!
It is kinda hard to believe sometimes! Thanks for hangin' and dropping a line. Much appreciated - Teddy
Fabulous video and Sun Ra story Teddy. I very much appreciate your passion for music. I am looking forward to your next video!
Thanks so much! It was really fun sharing this with you all. More later - Teddy
Great to see "the real stuff" :) This is probably exactly what Jonas wanted to see. I enjoy seeing all these amazing record. The labels especially are some unique. Thanks for sharing, Teddy. Take care. /Paul
Hi Paul, thanks for checking out the proceedings. Yeah, those Sun Ra labels are an equal ingredient to their uniqueness. Cool stuff. You're welcome, happy to share - Teddy
Hey Teddy, always great to see you. That Dixon is indeed a gem. Amazing Sun Ra story and records. He was definitely one of a kind.
Hey Tom! It still amazes me what Dixon created and then went dark for years. It checks so many boxes for me. It's spiritual / artistic value is so far beyond whatever it's monetary value might be. I don't purposefully seek out much these days, but that was one (still sealed) i was not going to denied if it existed...and it did!!!. You know the feeling with some of the amazing rarities you've come up with. The Sun Ra experiences and artifacts are still a 'pinch me' situation. I just can't believe it really happened sometimes! Have a good one man - Teddy
Teddy, you know the records and music here all speak for themselves but your stories here are truly priceless. Thank you so much for sharing stories over a lifetime of music fandom and record collecting for the sake of the music in the grooves and not the $ value of the vinyl. Amaxing stuff, cheers- Dean
Hey Dean, You know it....the records and the music are just artifact vehicles for getting into something deeper and more meaningful. I really appreciate you hangin' and your thoughts. - Teddy
Really cool! Always enjoy your videos!
Right on!
Wow! That was an amazing story Teddy. I think I enjoyed that almost as much as the records you showed. Thank you for sharing!
Thanks! Sometimes I can't believe the story myself...certainly a highlight. I glad you enjoyed - Teddy
Amazing as usual. Sun Ra is such a totally overwhelming dicography to grapple with.
Hey thanks! With Sun Ra, it's simply a matter of diving in...and trying not to drown!! - Teddy
Wonderful video Teddy. Never seen you so excited and passionate before. Lovely fascinating recollections. Thank you for taking us on your journey. Matt
Hey Matt, I guess I was a little amped up...ha! But hey, as long as I've been into all of this, it was fun to take a step back and reminisce about what makes this so fun and meaningful. I appreciate you chiming in - Teddy
Thanks for the memories of Sun Ra. What a heady week that was. Hope all is well with you.
You’re most welcome Stretch!! Heady indeed. It’s so wild the way it all went down. Great to hear from you Bill!!!
Thanks for sharing the fun stories Teddy--the physical records are just souvenirs we pick up along the way.... I suggest taking a transcript of this video, printing it out, and keeping it with the Sun Ra records so that the next generation of "vinyl protectors" get an equally impressive back story to go with. (And I agree, "value" is extremely relative and subjective. And we must all remember that "rarity" does not equate to "value.")
Howdy Blake! I hope you're doing well. I really like your suggestion. What I think I'll do is excerpt that portion of the video and put it an a thumb drive to include with the other materials. Yeah, possessions and value are best when they're an internal equation. Have a good one - Teddy
Here here!..for books and jonas and good music..wonderful video as per usual..I knew sun ra would be making an appearance..😀..I think languidity is so popular because it has a strong funk and groove component to the music..
You indeed really lifted mr.dixon's profile in recent times..funny have a very similar og stereo of a love supreme..believe it or not found it at hpb!..sacred musical text in my book..those saturns are the definition of rare..nice to to see you revisit them for us..I remember your excellent sun ra video..the single is a new chapter to the story though..wonderful..what more can I say but love and blessings always to you brother..I might try to make a video as well out of love and respect for jonas..
Brother C!! Man, how are you? I'm so happy you chimed in. Agree with you about 'Lanquidity.' I think it's one of, if not the easiest entry point into Sun Ra's wild and wooly catalog. ALS at HPB...see, that's what this is really all about is the luck or karma that visits us from time. It's hard to explain how there are such items of beauty that have been waiting for you to appear to love and appreciate them. I'm generally not into contests and threads, but I will step up for an old-guard delight like Jonas....I hope you will too. Maybe you should show the most common records you have..Hahaha. Much love back at ya - Teddy
OMG! I have tears in my eyes. Sun Ra for 2 weeks? Too much my friend!
It was something to behold for sure. Sometimes I have trouble believing it really happened. Thanks for checking it out - Teddy
The Sun Ra bootleg is too cool. I did that once at a Jonathan Richman show. He caught me but didn't care :) The Sun Ra pressings are so awesome to see.
My wife is from Boston and when we met at a college party in 1978 she asked me if I was familiar with Jonathan Richman? I said, "of course". We've been together ever since. Hey Kris!! Was it a JR solo show? What a loveable goof. I've got a special place in my heart for those Sun Ra artifacts. How could you not? Have a good one - Teddy
Wow. Cool stories. That's what I love about records. I can pretty much remember the story from every record that I found in the wild which is the best part of not buying them online (I mean that and the money savings of course). Working at a record store sounds like a dream. Thanks for the video.
Thanks! Ahhh, the memories of buying online..."I remember the time I pressed 'ENTER' with my left hand" Hahha. Yeah, digging in the real world is where it's at! Working in a record store was a dream and a nightmare at the same time. Sometimes rent was a challenge because too much of my paycheck went right back in the cash register at the store!!!
Teddy, Amazing video, as always. The story about Sun Ra, is Incredible. Always edifying and fun. Thanks for sharing my friend.
Well, as I live a breathe it's 'The Ghost of VC Past.' Thanks for spending part of your day with my yammering. Be safe out there - Teddy
Wow, just Wow.
thank you for sharing these gems Teddy.
don't be sorry, your stories are THE best. :-)
peace, Chris.
i literally got goosebumps when you showed that last one with his autograph. WOW.
Hey Chris! You're very welcome. I'm glad you enjoyed the yarns - Teddy
You and me both. I still can't totally believe that all happened. Magical stuff.
Fantastic Teddy! Is the Bill Dixon re-press worth picking up (even with the different mastering?) Fabulous Sun Ra stories - how we love the DIY organic authenticity of this way of making and sharing your music. Man - the video just keep getting better and better! That 7"!!!! Thank you
Thanks Mark!! The Dixon reissue is indeed worth it. The music is so unique and still fresh and is worthy of any mix applied to it. The remaster is really good but as these things go it's always a matter of personal taste. Go for it!!! I know you've rubbed elbow's with a few folks yourself, but sometimes like Sun Ra it rises to a whole new level of "Pinch Me." I really enjoyed your latest two video foray's with John....Brilliant - Teddy
Thanks Teddy - always great to know we are connecting with good people - I now get how that Sun Ra experience must have had quite profound resonance for you - keep up your great work
Truly amazing stuff Teddy. I have been looking for a copy of Days of Happiness for years. Particularly the original 1979 cover with the Egyptian figures. Some of my favorite music from Sun Ra on that release along with Sleeping Beauty which I have a reissue of from Art Yard. I believe there is a finally another reissue of Days of Happiness coming out this year so stoked about that. I believe it is titled God Is More Than Love Can Ever Be.
Hey Dave! Thanks man. I thought you might get a kick out of the proceedings. Yeah, I'm stoked to have any copy with any cover of 'Days of Happiness', but you're right, the Egyptian figures cover would be awesome. Do you know who's going to reissue it, and if they'll reproduce that cover? Very cool that is one of your Ra favs...it's great!!
eat.sleep.vinyl Cosmic Myth Records is reissuing it. I know Art Yard does a great job on their Sun Ra reissues. Not sure how the Pressing will be with Cosmic but for only 15 to 20 bones I’ll take a chance.
eat.sleep.vinyl and yes they will have a cover with an Egyptian figure just not the same as the original.
The Bill Dixon Orchestra Intents And Purposes fantastic album I am sure you introduced it to me, one of my favourites now thanks. And you meet Sun Ra!
So much great music out there, and I'm happy to share my thoughts ans collection. Thanks for watching and commenting!!
Two weeks of Sun-Ra. Sounds like a lotta fun. My favorite hip-hop producer Madlib is a huge fan of his and that's how I found out about his music. And his experimental stuff is just my kind of music.
Just goes to show you how far and wide Sun Ra's influence has traveled. I love it when connections like that are made. Thanks for sharing - Teddy
Kansas City in '82? I lived there then--I wonder if we crossed trails, maybe know some of the same folks. Cool video, sweet channel.
Hey, the most likely places we could have crossed paths would have been Pennylane Records, where I worked, or Milton's Taproom and Parody Hall where I often hung out.
I spent a lot of time (and $$) in Pennylane so that's probably it! Also Milton's, Grand Emporium and London's while it was open. Too much time in The Hurricane when the Bon Ton band ruled Westport. Good times, miss em. Peace!
great records Teddy! Thumbs up! Trish
Thank you Trish! Always appreciated.
Great again! Hello from our vacation in France. Hubert
Hubert!! Where in France are you? Enjoy!! - Teddy
eat.sleep.vinyl Close to Mont Saint Michel, Brittany. Our favorit corner. Take care
With the high prices of Sun Ra albums, I've resorted to (gasp!) downloading. Far from ideal, but it's all about the music anyway right? I did recently find one grail: Bud Shank and Three Trombones on 10 inch Pacific Jazz.
Eddie / New York
Hey Eddie, Indeed it's ALL about the music. It's quite discouraging at times the way vinyl pricing has unfolded. I dig Pacific Jazz and have been getting back into some early pianoless Gerry Mulligan groups. That Bud Shank sounds really cool. I'm going to look into that one. Congrats on your score!!! - Teddy
WOW Teddy those Sun Ra pieces are mind blowing and you got to meet him and take a picture that's a dream come true excellent brother. Rolling Stone Satanic Majesties Request I'm still looking for a minty reasonable priced one and the great Bill Dixon.Teddy your collection is so amazing you sure know how to make an entrance. A Love Supreme looks like it just came out. Teddy you have a great weekend. Marvelous episode Teddy.lovellandrew
Hey Lovell!! Thank you sir...I can say the same about your amazing collection as well. It's been a lot of fun watching these contest videos hasn't it? Keep on the good foot - Teddy
eat.sleep.vinyl yes its been awesome everyone has some amazing collections especially your Sun Ra. This is one artist I want to collect I dont know where to start his catalog is vast.
Teddy , Great video as usual .. Brian Jones would be proud you didn't crack open that lp !! Enjoy your summer my friend .... Jimmy ....
Hey Jimmy, Ha. If it’s all good with Mr. Jones, it’s all good with me! Thanks for dropping a line - Teddy
I'm speechless. I will check out his channel.
I've been at it for quite some time, and occasionally get lucky (records that is). Please do check Jonas out. - Teddy
Fantastic video - thank you for sharing !
The pleasure was all mine. Glad you enjoyed!
Hi. Loving your videos and what a great story. I love your passion and depth of information. Some truly sublime records here too.
I have a number of rare and valuable records but I've only just uploaded an intro video to the VC so am not sure I should enter the contest, but am enjoying the videos....
Drop by and have a watch if you get the time. Cheers. Alan
Hi Alan, Thanks for watching and your kind thoughts. Ah, very cool that you've decide to take the plunge. I will drop by for sure. Have a good one - Teddy
Very nice entry Teddy
Thanks Tone!!!
Soooooo, Teddy... got any cool records??
Hahaha...cough....maybe....cough. Andrew!!! It's great to hear from you, seriously. I hope things are groovy in your world., or at least relatively acceptable.
Pretty cool Teddy
Good times! Thanks Zack.
Jaw dropping entry. Jim
Thanks, it was fun to share with you all!
Fun video Teddy, thanks. And please lmk if you have (or do not have) a copy of Dollar Brand's Cape Town Fringe. Have been saving a duplicate for VCLT... Cheers -DH
Thanks so much! I do not have a copy of 'Cape Town Fringe.' Your offer is way too cool - Teddy
ok, terrific! best mailing address?
Cool! If you wouldn't mind sending me a Private Message through UA-cam, I'll send the address. Thanks!!
Hi Teddy, I tried to send you a pm, not sure if my message made it to you. lmk Thx -David
Hi David, I did get it and responded to you twice. You don’t get notified when PM’s come through. You have to go to your channel...then go to ‘Creator Studio’ (blue button upper right/ish...then hit ‘Community’ (on the left side panel) ....then opens ‘Messages’ and they should be sitting there
I've been to a lot of cool concerts but 2 weeks of Sun Ra is hard to beat.
Ditto, Man I hear ya. Like you, I've been to some magnificent one-nighters...but those two weeks collectively were another realm of being.
Oh Lawd. Ra Legion, so good.
No kidding!! It's a strange and beautiful to hang out in!!
I am speechless
All of the records were some kind of karmic intervention... that's the only explanation that makes any kind of sense.
Pure record porn Teddy! Awesome video and so eloquently presented cheers, Teddy
Eloquently presented porn....is there such a thing? Hey Ben! Thanks for stopping by - Teddy
eat.sleep.vinyl well there would be ...... if I was allowed produce and star in it ha ha ha ha Teddy!
Hahaha, I just sprayed my coffee!!!!
M I N D B L O W N
Campo!!! You know how it goes...we all occasionally get lucky. I don't usually do contests or threads, (last one I did was Fred's 'Faces Thread') but this one has been old-school VC fun. I hope you might join in. - Teddy
Museum pieces all, but the story is without price
Thanks Alex. Chalk it all up to being at the right place at the right time from time to time!