Freddy Cole “He Was the King”
So sad to hear about the passing of Freddy Cole who was a good friend and someone I worked with for a number of years. It is indeed fitting to see the warm tributes given to Freddy for being the great singer that he was as well as being a swinging pianist but his engaging friendliness was unforgettable. When he sang, he would tell a story with an intimate quality that you rarely hear with singers! I was so humbled when he asked me to put lyrics to a song that he wrote for his brother Nat called“He Was The King”. Rest in peace Freddy you are also royalty!
Phil Morrison on Acoustic Bass with Mamie Lee
Mama Lee once in a lifetime, featuring Phil Morrison (bass)
Birigwa – “Yelewa”
Phil Morrison Performs with African Vocalist/ Guitarist BIRIGWA! This is a recording that was done in Boston by producer, Mait Edey, featuring a young African vocalist/guitaristfrom Uganda named Birigwa which was the title of the album(now a CD). Composer Stan Strickland, with an energized rhythm section, captured the spirit of Africa with his tune “Yelewa” as Birigwa inserts his “Mosquito Song” to draw on his cultural roots with his voice.
Tony Williams
Phil Phil Morrison Songs Tony Williams A tribute tune for the great drummer, Tony Williams, by friend and former band mate, Phil Morrison. This recording features world-class musicians Jonathan Lumpkin on drums and guitarist Barry Greene with Phil Morrison on bass. Although ordinarily played instrumentally, here is a spoken word version. Enjoy! 1) He was […]
Thankful
“Thankful” Words: Phil Morrison. Music: Paul Brown
R&B Artist Paul Brown Composes and Sings Lyrics for Phil Morrison’s Songs
Phil Uncategorized R&B Artist Paul Brown Composes and Sings Lyrics for Phil Morrison’s Songs The compositions of an amazing vocalist, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist, PAUL BROWN, are paired with the lyrics of Phil Morrison to create a beautiful mix of R&B-oriented songs that feature Paul on vocals and instruments. Phil is proud to be associated with […]
WE THANK YOU ALL OUR VETERANS
Phil Morrison and Keith Williams wrote the song “We Thank You All Our Veterans” is a tribute song to honor veterans for their sacrifice and service.
Phil Morrison’s Brazilian Songs
BRAZIL is where Phil Morrison performed frequently with the great vocalist/ pianist Freddy Cole! Phil’s affinity for Brazilian music and culture began as a result of seeing the Black Orpheus movie which features the music of Antonio Carlos Jobim and Luiz Bonfa. Here are some original songs influenced by his affection for Brazil!
HELO From IPANEMA
HELO From IPANEMA is the girl who walked to Ipanema Beach inRio De Janeiro, Brazil and inspired Antonio Carlos Jobim to compose the world-famous song “GIRL FROM IPANEMA”. Phil met Helo while touring in Brazil with The Freddy Cole Trio, and stayed in contact with her. Phil subsequently co-wrote this new song “Helo from Ipanema” for her with Keith Williams.
His Name Is Kobe
Phil Phil Morrison Songs His Name Is Kobe His Name is Kobe – bad as he can be 360 to the hoop then he’ll knock down a 3 His Name is Kobe – can’t stop him if you tryDouble team him low and he’ll kill ya up high His Name’s Kobe – B’ball is his gamePuts fear […]