Tumblin’ Dice Mick Taylor/FL,USA 05.01.1993 Soundboard Edition

Mick Taylor’s club gigs under the name Tambling Dice from 1992 to 1993 were shrouded in a kind of mystery. The album “TUMBLING DICE,” which captured those live performances with a superb audience, was a huge success and was even reissued, but that was a recording of a 1992 show. However, what has now been unearthed is a 1993 performance from the second phase of Tambling Dice’s activities. Moreover, there were changes in the band members, and these changes are interesting. In particular, the keyboardist changed from Nicky Hopkins to Ivan Neville. The timing was after they had finished touring with Keith Richards in the second phase of Expensive Winos, so not only Neville, but also Bobby Floyd, who had been in charge of backing vocals, came to help Taylor. Originally, the previous year’s Tambourine Dice, with the addition of Bobby Keys and Nicky, resembled a reunion of former Stones support musicians. However, the 1993 version, with Bobby added to the aforementioned two, essentially became a fusion of Taylor and the Expensive Winos, making it even more interesting. Naturally, any fan would want to hear the second iteration of Tambourine Dice perform. What has now been unearthed is a stereo soundboard recording from that precious period. It’s amazing that a live performance from a unit that was already shrouded in mystery has appeared in the highest possible sound quality. The live performance, which begins with the opening “Boogie Man,” immediately showcases the excellent sound quality that only a soundboard can provide. Taylor alternates between his fingerstyle and slide guitar, characteristic of this period, creating a sophisticated blues live atmosphere. The sound quality is outstanding, making this cool atmosphere all the more special. The band’s attitude of simply wanting to enjoy playing the blues they love is what makes them so unique. Meanwhile, the Rolling Stones’ “Jumping Jack Flash” is also performed in a laid-back style that is characteristic of this band. Just hearing this part makes you realize how captivating Tambourine Dice’s blues shows are. Up to this point, Taylor is also the lead vocalist, which is a notable feature. After this song and a short break, the show resumes with “Padlock,” this time with Ivan Neville on lead vocals. The first half of the show was full-on blues, but with him singing, the stage shifts to a more R&B-influenced style. At the same time, it creates a distinctly different atmosphere from the previous year’s Tambourine Dice. And for the finale, Babbi Floyd sings passionately to the blues classic “Dust My Broom.” As a bonus, Charles Neville, connected to the Neville Brothers, also makes an appearance, joining as the second saxophonist. The song is played in a shuffle-like arrangement, with Taylor and the saxophone section taking turns soloing and intertwining, culminating in a powerful finale with Floyd shouting out. This is an astonishing discovery, capturing a picture-perfect, exhilarating blues show in perfect stereo soundboard recording. The Stephen Talkhouse, Miami Beach, FL, USA 1st May 1993 STEREO SBD (62:12) 1. Boogie Man 2. You Shook Me 3. Unidentified instrumental (‘BK Blues’) 4. Jumpin’ Jack Flash 5. Padlock 6. Dust My Broom (with Charles Neville) Mick Taylor – Guitar, Vocal Bobby Keys – Saxophone Babi Floyd – Vocal Ivan Neville – Keyboards, Vocal Michael Neville – Bass Adolfo ‘Fofi’ Lancha – Drums Charles Neville – saxophone (Guest on ust My Broom) STEREO SOUNDBOARD RECORDING