VALDEZ IN THE COUNTRY - donny hathaway

I like this version the best by Cold Blood:

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[toddhawley]

I first heard this song when I was a DJ for a FM Top 40 station in Oregon many years ago and we got to play Donny's version from time to time. The station PD thought it popular enough to include it. Cold Blood was a fun band in their prime. I think they still play shows every once in awhile.

[ingmarlind]

We seem to have the same music taste.
I heard Tower of Power around 1971-72 and they have been my favorite band since then, but already by that time "Valdez" was my all time hit and still is! 🇸🇪

[richardfriedlander]

Thanks, Tony, That was good fun. You are so charming when you look up at us (the camera) . It really makes a connection.

[ronburati]

Thanks. Been a favorite instrumental since '73.

[Eduardomd]

Very familiar with the Cold Blood Version, of Valdez in the Country, always like this fine group. Still listening them.

[tristanlanoix]

been looking for the bassline forever, thanks to you i was able to figure out the frets, much thanks!

[KevinTownsend-]

Man, in zoot suite, I just found this gem thanks Tony 👏 👏 👏 👏 👏

[andrewdeacon]

One of my favourite tunes. I don't have a musical bone in my body (UK speak for no musical talent), but I found this fascinating . Exquisite performance, made my spine tingle!

[NLDspotter]

Haha, that's amazing Tony! Must say I underestimated your producing and editing skills.

[rkneale]

Love your lead sheet Tony! Thanks so much.

[andyokus]

Thanks Tony! You're a hip guy 😂. Don't throw your hip out. Seriously, you fit a righteous need for piano players who are above beginning but below Barry Harris ( ha! Ha! Aren't we all ?) So keep it up 💪👍. Some more funk fusion stuff like Herbie Hancock and Keith Jarrett. Also explain polychords ala ECM style jazz. I feel there is a real need for that. Also most working pianists want to sound hipper than what they are so any souful gospel stylings like Les McCann would be appreciated. Starting out I loved Michael Omartian, John Hicks, Max Middleton, Leon Russell and Elton John. Their bluesy soulful rhythimic style truly excited me! Even today I still get a lot of compliments when I do my jazzy/gospel feel. Of course being a white B-3 player in a Black Baptist Church doesn't hurt either. That's also a great way to learn... Go study with gospel Hammond players. Thanks again!

[reaperxxiv]

Great stuff man! I've been binging your videos lately, and I'm having a blast!

[markfrey]

Very nicely done, Tony! I see Cold Blood mentioned....George Benson also did a tasty version of Valdez on his 1977 record "In Flight".

[brucejeric]

Wow What memories. I looked at my phone this morning and saw this link and couldn’t believe. Valdez in the country. Hadn’t heard that name or song in 50 years. Had played it back then in my band in Northern California. What a great tune and fun to play. Will do. And cold blood. Thanks for the

[parkerchace]

Thank you for creating content about Donny. He was the GREATEST

[marianlevy]

Incredible! You are truly a one man band! Amazing how you put it all together in the studio 🎶

[brendaboykin]

Thanx, Maestro. Great song. Reminds me of an Oakland Jazz jam session groove tune on a Sunday late afternoon. 🌹🌹🌹😎

[parlomur]

Excellent ! Une découverte remarquable.

[theodorekorbos]

Doc Tony that was just fantastic I had no idea that you played several different other instruments. I definitely tip my hat to you! You have a great week. Doc Tony!!

[MikeCMikePlaysKeys]

thanks for the extra studio work. was awesome!