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brett @darkfunk.com · 20h

Hermit Thrush 🪶 #Photography #Birds #HermitThrush

The image shows a small brown bird perched on a thin branch among autumn foliage. The bird has a speckled chest and is looking upward, with its beak slightly open. Surrounding branches hold yellow, orange, and brown leaves, with a soft background of pink and blue hues, giving the scene a warm and serene fall atmosphere.

brett @darkfunk.com · 15/10/2026

Clintonia Swamp #Photography #Landscape #Art #ClintoniaSwamp #Autumn #HapgoodWrightTownForest #ConcordMA

The photo captures a forest scene in early autumn, with a light mist creating a soft, ethereal atmosphere. Bare and slender tree trunks dominate the foreground, their branches mostly leafless, while a few trees still hold onto clusters of orange and yellow leaves. In the lower section, dense green shrubs and foliage provide contrast. The background fades into a foggy haze, where sunlight filters through, giving the scene a calm and slightly mysterious feel.

brett @darkfunk.com · 15/10/2026

Freddie Hubbard Goin' Up (1961) I Wished I Knew youtu.be/-TmnRNHbzJw #NowPlaying #JazzSky #VinylSky #FreddieHubbard #HankMobley #McCoyTyner #PaulChambers #PhillyJoeJones #RudyVanGelder #FrancisWolff #ReidMiles #BlueNote

brett @darkfunk.com · 14/10/2026

Eastern Chipmunk #Nature #Photography #Chipmunk #Autumn #WaldenWoods #ConcordMA

Eastern Chipmunk

A chipmunk is perched on a tree branch holding a mouthful of dry pine needles and leaves. The background is softly blurred with earthy tones of green and brown, suggesting a forest setting. The chipmunk appears to be gathering nesting material.

brett @darkfunk.com · 14/10/2026

Fairhaven Bay #Photography #FairHavenPond #AutumnalTints #Autumn #ConcordMA #HenryDavidThoreau

Fairhaven Bay

A narrow trail winds along the edge of a calm pond, covered with fallen autumn leaves in shades of red, orange, and gold. Trees with twisting trunks and colorful foliage lean toward the water, creating a canopy over the path. Reflections dance faintly on the pond's surface, and the forest floor is blanketed with leaves, giving the scene a warm, peaceful atmosphere.

brett @darkfunk.com · 12/10/2026

Donald Byrd Royal Flush (1962) Shangri-La youtu.be/W_CoqWX-_3g #NowPlaying #JazzSky #VinylSky #DonaldByrd #PepperAdams #HerbieHancock #ButchWarren #BillyHiggins #RudyVanGelder #FrancisWolff #ReidMiles #BlueNote

This photo shows a vinyl record cover for Donald Byrd's album Royal Flush. The cover features a black-and-white image of a man holding a hand of playing cards, with a large smile on his face. The title “Royal Flush” appears in blue with a spade symbol, and Donald Byrd’s name is in bold red text. The cover also lists musicians Pepper Adams, Herbie Hancock, Butch Warren, and Billy Higgins. It is a Blue Note stereo release with the catalog number 84101. The record is displayed upright on a wooden stand on a table, with a small frog figurine and other personal items in the background.

brett @darkfunk.com · 10/10/2026

Dark-eyed Junco 🪶 #Birds #DarkEyedJunco

Dark-Eyed Junco

A small bird is perched on a slender branch amidst dense green foliage. The bird has a grayish-brown back, a white belly, and a short pinkish beak. It appears to be calmly resting, surrounded by layers of evergreen needles and leaves. The background is softly blurred, highlighting the bird as the main subject.

brett @darkfunk.com · 10/10/2026

Kenny Drew Undercurrent (1960) The Pot's On youtu.be/C84vdYvmum0 #NowPlaying #JazzSky #VinylSky #KennyDrew #FreddieHubbard #HankMobley #SamJones #LouisHayes #RudyVanGelder #FrancisWolff #ReidMiles #BlueNote #MusicMattersJazz

The photo shows a vinyl record sleeve for the album Undercurrent by Kenny Drew, featuring Freddie Hubbard, Hank Mobley, Sam Jones, and Louis Hayes. The cover has a teal upper section with the artists' names in black and a black-and-white photo of a musician in the lower half. The word “UNDERCURRENT” is printed in bold black across the center. The record is displayed upright on a small wooden stand atop a wooden table, with a green frog figurine and other objects nearby. The background includes a cozy room with hardwood floors and a piano partially visible.

brett @darkfunk.com · 02/08/2026

Heath Hen Meadow #Nature #Photography #HeathHenMeadow #ActonMA

The scene is calm, peaceful, and filled with lush greenery, with sunlight filtering through tall trees and a narrow, flooded trail meandering through the dense vegetation.

brett @darkfunk.com · 01/08/2026

Todd Pond #Landscape #Photography #Art #Summer #LincolnMA

A calm pond reflects the blue sky and scattered clouds, surrounded by lush green trees and dense foliage. The water is still, mirroring the vibrant summer landscape, while overhanging branches frame the view. A small island with tall grass sits near the center, adding depth to the peaceful, natural scene.

brett @darkfunk.com · 31/07/2026

Bobolink 🪶 #MattisonField #ConcordMA

The photo shows a small brown and yellow bird perched among tall green grasses and leafy plants in a lush meadow. White wildflowers, likely Queen Anne’s lace, are scattered throughout the background, creating a soft, natural setting. The overall scene is bright and serene, capturing a moment of stillness in nature.

brett @darkfunk.com · 29/07/2026

Green Heron 🪶

The image shows a Green Heron perched on the branch of a tree with light green leaves. The bird has a dark greenish-black crown, chestnut-colored neck and chest, and dark gray wings with subtle green highlights. Its long, pointed bill is dark with a yellow base, and its bright yellow eyes stand out against its dark head. The tree branch is covered in patches of lichen, and the background is softly blurred, emphasizing the heron and the leaves in the foreground.

brett @darkfunk.com · 24/06/2026

Hazel Brook Conservation Area #nature #landscape #art #summer #lincolnma

Hazel Brook

A peaceful and calm pond surrounded by lush green grass and trees, with still water reflecting the sky and foliage, creating a quiet, relaxing atmosphere.

brett @darkfunk.com · 24/06/2026

Thelonious Monk Thelonious Monk Plays Duke Ellington (1955) Caravan youtu.be/2nMfi6ai0nQ #NowPlaying #JazzSky #VinylSky #TheloniousMonk #OscarPettiford #KennyClarke #RudyVanGelder

The photo shows a vinyl record cover on a small wooden stand. The album is titled Thelonious Monk Plays Duke Ellington. The top of the cover has a yellow background with the title in a mix of black and purple lettering. The artwork below features a tropical jungle scene with dark foliage, large leaves, and bright orange flowers, with a small reddish figure or animal among the plants. The record is displayed on a wooden surface with a few objects in the background, including a small green frog figurine and a black electronic device.

brett @darkfunk.com · 23/06/2026

Beaver Pond Conservation Area #nature #art #lincolnma #summer #solstice

Stony Brook

This photo captures a peaceful forest pond surrounded by lush greenery. The foreground is filled with large, vibrant green leaves, while tall trees with dense foliage line the water’s edge on both sides. The calm pond reflects the blue sky and scattered white clouds above, creating a mirror-like effect. The scene is peaceful and rich with natural beauty, evoking a sense of tranquility and seclusion.

brett @darkfunk.com · 16/06/2026

Northern Yellow Warbler 🪶 #nature #photography #birds #northernyellowwarbler

A small yellow bird with olive-colored wings and faint reddish streaks on its chest is perched on a tree branch. The background is filled with blurred green foliage, giving the scene a natural, sunlit forest feel.

brett @darkfunk.com · 27/05/2026

Great Horned Owl 🪶 #Nature #Wildlife #Photography #Birds #GreatHornedOwl #HopbrookMarsh #SudburyMA

The image shows a great horned owl perched on a branch in a forest. The owl has mottled brown and white feathers, distinctive feather tufts on its head resembling horns, and bright yellow eyes. Its surroundings are lush with green foliage and tree branches covered in moss and lichen, giving the scene a natural, serene woodland atmosphere.

brett @darkfunk.com · 27/05/2026

Kenny Dorham Trompeta Toccata (1964) Mamacita youtu.be/cnD_YwghSM8 #NowPlaying #JazzSky #VinylSky #KennyDorham #JoeHenderson #TommyFlanagan #RichardDavis #AlbertTootieHeath #RudyVanGelder #FrancisWolff #ReidMiles #BlueNote

The photo shows a vinyl record album cover propped up on a wooden stand. The album is Kenny Dorham's Trompeta Toccata, released on Blue Note Records. The cover prominently features bold, colorful typography in purple, orange, and red, listing tracks like "Trompeta Toccata," "Mamacita," "Night Watch," and "The Fox." Kenny Dorham is credited along with Joe Henderson, Tommy Flanagan, Richard Davis, and Albert Heath. The background includes a desk with some items and a white door in the distance.

brett @darkfunk.com · 26/05/2026

Farrar Pond #Nature #Photography #Art #Spring #FarrarPond #LincolnMA

Pine Loch Conservation Area

The photo shows a lush green wetland with tall grasses and plants growing along the water’s edge. In the distance, a small house sits partially hidden by dense trees on a hillside. The sky is dotted with white clouds, allowing bright sunlight to highlight the vibrant foliage and calm water surface.

brett @darkfunk.com · 26/05/2026

Sonny Rollins Saxophone Collosus (1957) Blue 7 youtu.be/-QtwXvu1uGA #NowPlaying #JazzSky #VinylSky #SonnyRollins #TommyFlanagan #DougWatkins #MaxRoach #RudyVanGelder #PrestigeRecords

The photo shows a vinyl record album cover for Saxophone Colossus by Sonny Rollins. The cover features a blue-toned silhouette of a person playing a saxophone. Text on the cover reads: “Saxophone Colossus Sonny Rollins,” with additional credits for Tommy Flanagan, Doug Watkins, and Max Roach. The album is leaning on a small wooden stand on a desk or table, with some objects in the background including a lamp, a monitor, and a small green figurine.

brett @darkfunk.com · 24/05/2026

Greenough Pond #Nature #Photography #Landscape #Art #Spring #GreenoughPond #CarlisleMA

A calm forest pond reflects the surrounding trees and the blue sky above. Tall pines and dense green foliage frame the water, with a fallen tree resting partly in the pond. Some branches and dry twigs float near the edges, adding natural texture to the still setting.

brett @darkfunk.com · 24/05/2026

Art Blakey A Night at Birdland, Vol. 1 (1954) Once in a While youtu.be/wAG6ZbB0dHg #NowPlaying #JazzSky #VinylSky #ArtBlakey #CliffordBrown #LouDonaldson #HoraceSilver #CurlyRussell #RudyVanGelder #FrancisWolff #ReidMiles

The image shows a vinyl record of Art Blakey's A Night at Birdland displayed upright on a wooden stand. The album cover has a dark pink background with black and white illustrations, including a large abstract bird and a photo of Art Blakey playing the drums. It credits Clifford Brown, Lou Donaldson, Horace Silver, and Curly Russell as featured musicians. The setting appears to be an indoor room with a wooden table, a note or card in the background, and a device with a glowing light on the left side.

brett @darkfunk.com · 22/05/2026

Fairyland Pond #Nature #Photography #Landscape #Art #Spring #ConcordMA #HenryDavidThoreau

Fairyland Pond

A tranquil forest pond is surrounded by lush green trees, their leaves reflecting in the calm, dark water. A branch arches overhead, partially framing the scene, and lily pads float on the pond’s surface. Fallen branches and leafy undergrowth sit at the water’s edge, while a vibrant blue sky with scattered clouds peeks through the canopy.

brett @darkfunk.com · 22/05/2026

Eric Dolphy Far Cry (1962) Ode to Charlie Parker youtu.be/LVSq6TaxK7o #NowPlaying #JazzSky #VinylSky #EricDolphy #BookerLittle #JakiByard #RonCarter #RoyHaynes #RudyVanGelder #NewJazzRecords #AnalogueProductions

brett @darkfunk.com · 16/05/2026

McDowell / Van Leer Land #Nature #Photography #Landscape #Art #Spring #LincolnMA

A narrow wooden boardwalk winds through a vibrant green forest, surrounded by dense foliage and tall trees. The fresh leaves create a bright canopy overhead, while lush plants with broad leaves line the path on either side, giving the scene a serene and inviting atmosphere.

brett @darkfunk.com · 16/05/2026

Kenny Dorham Whistle Stop (1961) Sunset youtu.be/luj_YryuP8c #NowPlaying #JazzSky #VinylSky #KennyDorham #HankMobley #KennyDrew #PaulChambers #PhillyJoeJones #RudyVanGelder #ReidMiles #FrancisWolff #BlueNote

The photo shows a vinyl record with a prominent blue cover titled Whistle Stop by Kenny Dorham. The cover also features the names Hank Mobley, Kenny Drew, Paul Chambers, and Philly Joe Jones. The top half of the cover displays a black-and-white photograph of a man holding a phone and smiling, while the lower half is a solid blue section with the title and artist names. The record is leaning against a wooden surface, next to a small green frog figurine, a piece of handwritten art in a frame, some audio equipment, and a green lamp in the background. A white door is partially visible on the right side of the image.

brett @darkfunk.com · 14/05/2026

Estabrook Woods #Nature #Photography #Landscape #Art #Spring #ConcordMA #HenryDavidThoreau

Sawmill Brook

This photo shows a quiet forest pond surrounded by tall green trees. Bare, weathered tree trunks rise from the water, which reflects the sky and clouds above. Patches of grass and moss grow along the edges, and the still water mirrors the dense forest in the background. The scene feels untouched and natural, with soft light highlighting the mix of earth and water.

brett @darkfunk.com · 14/05/2026

Jackie McLean Jacknife (1965) Climax youtu.be/OQmNBz9NwT0 #NowPlaying #JazzSky #VinylSky #JackieMcLean #LeeMorgan #LarryWillis #LarryRidley #JackDeJohnette #RudyVanGelder #FrancisWolff #BlueNote #TonePoet

The image shows a vinyl record album cover propped up on a wooden stand on a table. The album is titled JACKKNIFE by Jackie McLean. The cover features a sepia-toned photograph of Jackie McLean playing an alto saxophone. Below his name are the featured musicians: Lee Morgan, Charles Tolliver, Larry Willis, Larry Ridley, and Jack DeJohnette. Part of a lamp, a white door, and some items on the table are also visible in the background.

brett @darkfunk.com · 13/05/2026

Kennedy's Pond #Nature #Photography #Landscape #Art #Spring #ConcordMA

Kennedy's Pond

The photo shows a quiet pond surrounded by dense, green forest. The water reflects the bright sky and tree canopy, with lily pads scattered across the surface. Branches from nearby trees reach over the water, and fresh foliage frames the edges of the scene, creating a peaceful and natural atmosphere.

brett @darkfunk.com · 13/05/2026

Eric Dolphy Out to Lunch! (1964) Gazzeloni youtu.be/l61FRMjGSPA #NowPlaying #JazzSky #VinylSky #EricDolphy #FreddieHubbard #BobbyHutcherson #RichardDavis #TonyWilliams #RudyVanGelder #ReidMiles #BlueNote

brett @darkfunk.com · 12/05/2026

Farrar Pond #Nature #Photography #Landscape #Art #Spring #FarrarPond #LincolnMA

Farrar Pond

A small white barn sits near the edge of a calm pond, surrounded by tall grasses and reeds. The water reflects the cloudy sky and the lush, green trees that line the shore. Splashes of early autumn colors appear among the greenery, while the distant forest stretches toward the horizon under a soft, overcast sky.

brett @darkfunk.com · 12/05/2026

Grant Green Talkin' About! (1964) People youtu.be/6b97vFoyJI8 #NowPlaying #JazzSky #VinylSky #GrantGreen #LarryYoung #ElvinJones #JuleStyne #BobMerrill #BarbraStreisand #RudyVanGelder #ReidMiles #FrancisWolff

The image shows an album cover titled “Talkin’ About!” by Grant Green. The design features a list of phrases like “TALKIN’ ABOUT J.C.…,” “TALKIN’ ABOUT LOVE…,” and “TALKIN’ ABOUT GRANT GREEN…” alongside the names Larry Young and Elvin Jones. There is a black-and-white partial photo of a smiling man's face (cropped at the top) on the left side. The album cover is displayed on a small wooden easel placed on a surface with a green frog figurine, a remote, and other small items nearby. A white door is visible in the background.

brett @darkfunk.com · 11/05/2026

Nashoba Brook #Nature #Photography #Landscape #Art #Spring #NashobaBrook #ActonMA

A calm woodland pond reflects the sky and surrounding trees, with lush green grass along the water’s edge. A fallen log stretches into the still water, while branches and leaves frame the scene. The clouds above are mirrored in the pond, adding depth to the vibrant, peaceful landscape.

brett @darkfunk.com · 11/05/2026

Mal Waldron The Quest (1961) Status Seeking youtu.be/jfLd1GBWjJU #NowPlaying #JazzSky #VinylSky #MalWaldron #EricDolphy #BookerErvin #RonCarter #JoeBenjamin #CharliePersip #RudyVanGelder #NewJazzRecords

brett @darkfunk.com · 10/05/2026

October Farm Riverfront #Nature #Photography #Landscape #Art #Spring #ConcordMA #HenryDavidThoreau

The photo shows a lush wetland surrounded by dense, vibrant trees in various shades of green with hints of red and yellow. The water reflects the foliage and sky, while patches of moss and grasses float across the surface. Soft light filters through the canopy, highlighting the mix of textures and colors in the peaceful natural setting.

brett @darkfunk.com · 10/05/2026

Curtis Fuller The Opener (1957) Oscalypso youtu.be/EhQLbUvm05E #NowPlaying #JazzSky #VinylSky #CurtisFuller #HankMobley #BobbyTimmons #PaulChambers #ArtTaylor #RudyVanGelder #ReidMiles #FrancisWolff #AlfredLion #BlueNote #Japan

The image shows a vinyl record cover titled The Opener by Curtis Fuller, released on the Blue Note label (catalog number 1567). The cover is mostly black with a photograph of Curtis Fuller playing a trombone, surrounded by the shadows of recording studio microphones. The words "THE OPENER" appear in bold red letters at the top left, and "CURTIS FULLER" is in white at the bottom. The record is displayed upright on a small wooden stand on a table, with part of a home interior visible in the background, including a white door and various small objects on the table.

brett @darkfunk.com · 09/05/2026

Sandy Pond Trust Land #Nature #Photography #Landscape #Art #Spring #LincolnMA

Sandy Pond Trust Land

A wooden boardwalk winds through a lush, green wetland surrounded by tall, thin trees and dense shrubs. The path is bordered by overgrown vegetation, with bright new leaves signaling spring. Sunlight filters through the foliage, and the sky above is partly cloudy with patches of blue visible.

brett @darkfunk.com · 09/05/2026

Miles Davis Workin' with the Miles Davis Quintet (1956) It Never Entered My Mind youtu.be/r8UkDE8mJbk #NowPlaying #JazzSky #VinylSky #MilesDavis #JohnColtrane #RedGarland #PaulChambers #PhillyJoeJones #RichardRogers #RudyVanGelder #PrestigeRecords

The photo shows a vinyl record album titled Workin’ with the Miles Davis Quintet. The cover has a dark green tone and features a silhouette of a man, presumably Miles Davis, standing on a street with a building in the background. The album title is printed across the top in large white and yellow letters, and the names of the quintet members—John Coltrane, Red Garland, Paul Chambers, and “Philly” Joe Jones—are listed beneath. The record is displayed upright on a small wooden stand. In the background, there is a green lamp, a small green frog figurine, and other items on a desk or table.

brett @darkfunk.com · 06/05/2026

Stony Brook #Landscape #Photography #Art #Spring #LincolnMA

Stony Brook

A quiet pond reflects the surrounding trees, with tall pines leaning over the dark water and leafy branches creating a mirrored image. The scene is filled with early spring colors—fresh greens, soft browns, and hints of new growth—while the still water and scattered vegetation along the shore give it a natural, untouched feel.

brett @darkfunk.com · 06/05/2026

McCoy Tyner Asante (1970) Asante youtu.be/zwALJWCmczQ #NowPlaying #JazzSky #VinylSky #McCoyTyner #AndrewWhite #TedDunbar #Songai #BusterWilliams #BillyHart #Mtume #RudyVanGelder #BlueNote

The photo shows a vinyl record on a small wooden stand, featuring the album Asante by McCoy Tyner. The cover art shows a black-and-white photo of people dancing in a lively crowd, with the title and artist name in bold red letters. The setting includes a wooden surface with a few items in the background, including a small display plaque, a green lamp, and a white door.

brett @darkfunk.com · 03/05/2026

October Farm Riverfront #Nature #Photography #Landscape #Art #Spring #ConcordMA #HenryDavidThoreau

Concord River

A dirt trail winds through a forested area lined with tall, leafless trees and dense green foliage. Fallen logs rest along the path, while patches of brown leaves cover the ground. Overhead, branches arch to form a natural tunnel effect, and in the background, soft light illuminates the riverbank and distant tree line under a cloudy sky.

brett @darkfunk.com · 03/05/2026

John Coltrane A Love Supreme (1965) A Love Supreme, Pt. 4: Psalm youtu.be/yjZc7KIFlNs #NowPlaying #JazzSky #VinylSky #JohnColtrane #McCoyTyner #JimmyGarrison #ElvinJones #RudyVanGelder #ImpulseRecords

brett @darkfunk.com · 02/05/2026

Emerson-Thoreau Amble Trail #Nature #Photography #Landscape #Art #Spring #ConcordMA #HenryDavidThoreau

Emerson-Thoreau Amble Trail

A calm woodland pond reflects the bright blue sky and scattered clouds, surrounded by trees with early spring leaves and budding branches. A fallen tree stretches across the water, casting shadows and breaking up the reflection. Algae and patches of green vegetation float on the water near the edges, while the background shows a mix of bare and lightly leafed trees under the clear daylight.

brett @darkfunk.com · 02/05/2026

Larry Young Into Somethin' (1965) Tyrone youtu.be/rLeeAHJ6E-o #NowPlaying #JazzSky #VinylSky #LarryYoung #SamRivers #GrantGreen #ElvinJones #RudyVanGelder #FrancisWolff #ReidMiles

The photo shows a vinyl record on a small wooden stand. The album is Into Somethin’ by Larry Young, featuring Sam Rivers, Grant Green, and Elvin Jones. The cover has a reddish-brown hue with a photo of a man standing in front of a curved building facade with multiple windows. The record is labeled under Blue Note with the catalog number 84187. It is displayed on a wooden table with a few objects in the background, including a lamp with a green glow and a decorative item next to it.

brett @darkfunk.com · 30/04/2026

Great Meadows National Wildlife Refuge - Carlisle Unit #Nature #Photography #Landscape #Art #Spring #CarlisleMA

Great Meadows National Wildlife Refuge - Carlisle

A narrow wooden walkway stretches into a dense forest surrounded by leafless trees and shrubs tinged with red and orange hues. Early spring growth with small green plants emerges from the forest floor, and the pathway appears to lead deeper into the quiet, natural woodland. The background reveals a mix of bare branches and some evergreen trees, adding texture to the scene.

brett @darkfunk.com · 30/04/2026

Miles Davis In Person Friday and Saturday Nights at the Blackhawk (1961) Walkin' youtu.be/S18RPFhyzZw #NowPlaying #JazzSky #VinylSky #MilesDavis #HankMobley #WyntonKelly #PaulChambers #JimmyCobb

The image shows a vinyl record standing on a wooden holder. The album cover reads: "FRIDAY AND SATURDAY NIGHTS MILES DAVIS IN PERSON AT THE BLACKHAWK, SAN FRANCISCO" with the Columbia and Stereo labels. The cover features a black-and-white photograph of Miles Davis playing the trumpet and another person’s portrait, set against a black background with bold colored text. The scene includes part of a home interior with a door, a lamp with a green shade, and a small audio interface or device on a table nearby.

brett @darkfunk.com · 27/04/2026

Beaver Pond Conservation Area #Nature #Photography #Landscape #Art #Spring #LincolnMA

Stony Brook

A calm pond reflects the surrounding trees under a blue sky with light clouds. Tall grasses and reeds line the water’s edge, while pine and deciduous trees create a dense backdrop. A bare branch stretches across the top of the image, adding contrast to the lush greenery. The still water mirrors the forest, broken only by a few patches of vegetation.

brett @darkfunk.com · 27/04/2026

Horace Parlan Happy Frame of Mind (1963) Home is Africa youtu.be/R5VTkpchEPc #NowPlaying #JazzSky #VinylSky #HoraceParlan #JohnnyColes #BookerErvin #GrantGreen #ButchWarren #BillyHiggins #AlfredLion #FrancisWolff #ReidMiles #RudyVanGelder #BlueNote

The photo shows a vinyl record album cover titled Happy Frame of Mind by jazz pianist Horace Parlan. The cover lists featured musicians: Johnny Coles, Booker Ervin, Grant Green, Butch Warren, and Billy Higgins. The design prominently features bold, black typography with the album title in large, stylized letters and the artist’s name in orange. The album is displayed on a small wooden stand atop a dark wooden table. In the background, there’s a green lamp, a decorative plaque, and a partially visible white door.

brett @darkfunk.com · 25/04/2026

Thoreau Pond #Nature #Photography #Landscape #Art #Spring #EstabrookWoods #ConcordMA #HenryDavidThoreau

Thoreau Pond

This photo shows a peaceful wetland with a reflective body of water surrounded by leafless trees and some evergreens. Submerged stumps and moss-covered logs rise from the water, creating a natural, rugged look. The sky is bright blue with scattered white clouds, which reflect beautifully in the calm water’s surface.

brett @darkfunk.com · 25/04/2026

Kenny Dorham The Complete 'Round About Midnight at the Cafe Bohemia (1956) K.D.'s Blues (Set 2) youtu.be/FwLyQ0rXYu8 #NowPlaying #JazzSky #VinylSky #KennyDorham #JRMonterose #KennyBurrell #BobbyTimmons #SamJones #ArthurEdgehill #RudyVanGelder #FrancisWolff #ReidMiles #BlueNote #TonePoet

The photo shows a vinyl record album displayed on a wooden stand. The album cover features a black-and-white image of a man holding a trumpet, with text reading: “THE COMPLETE ‘ROUND ABOUT MIDNIGHT AT THE CAFE BOHEMIA KENNY DORHAM BLUE NOTE 1524.” The background includes a desk with a green lamp, an audio interface or amplifier, and a small plaque with engraved text. A white closed door is visible on the right side of the image.