Les McCann was one of the performers who ushered in the gospel-tinged jazz that was so popular in the sixties. He came by this affinity honestly. Born in Lexington, Kentucky, virtually all of his family was involved in chu... more »rch choir activities. McCann says, "I have been influenced by life itself and also by the music of the Baptist church." But as "Les McCann and His Magic Band: Live in New Orleans" reveals, McCann's work in later years has grown into newer and expanded dimensions. He is joined by what he billed as his "Magic Band." This performance was taped during a tour and catches the band, as musicians put it, "in the pocket." They are simpatico and they are swinging! This is not a road-weary journeyman running down the changes; it's a guy who has been influenced by life and loves it! Tracks: I'm All Strung Out on You, Bat Yam, Just Like Magic, Someday We'll Meet Again, I Got Me a Lady--She Drives a Little Blue Volkswagen Car, Compared to What.« less
Actor:Les McCann Genres:Music Video & Concerts, Musicals & Performing Arts Sub-Genres:Pop, Jazz, Classical Studio:Image Entertainment Format:DVD - Color DVD Release Date: 12/17/2002 Original Release Date: 01/01/1997 Theatrical Release Date: 01/01/1997 Release Year: 2002 Run Time: 0hr 58min Screens: Color Number of Discs: 1 SwapaDVD Credits: 1 Total Copies: 0 Members Wishing: 0 MPAA Rating: NR (Not Rated) Languages:English