Pete Townsend once called Mose Allison a 'jazz sage', and the pianists' influence reached far into the world of Rock and Roll. His songs were covered by Blue Cheer, The Clash, and The Yardbirds to name a few, and the Mississippi native continues to
October 7, 2010

Pete Townsend once called Mose Allison a 'jazz sage', and the pianists' influence reached far into the world of Rock and Roll. His songs were covered by Blue Cheer, The Clash, and The Yardbirds to name a few, and the Mississippi native continues to make records to this day. This song is a great example of the humor and acerbic wit that Allison was known for.

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