The Complete Decca Recordings (1937-1939)

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Description: 0 0 Ellington's band had more grace and sophistication, but no big band swung harder than the incomparable Basie band. Recorded between 1937 and 1939, these 63 classics feature a cornucopia of legendary musicians: Herschel Evans' big-toned, earthy tenor balances Lester Young's ethereal tenor. Harry "Sweets" Edison's soaring blares complement Buck Clayton's muted trumpet. Jimmy Rushing's nasal, booming operatics contrast with Helen Humes's precise elegance. The Freddie Green-Walter Page-Jo Jones rhythm section flawlessly anchors the driving 4/4 rhythm. And, of course, there's the leader's minimalist piano, using just ... (more)

Manufacturer: Verve
Release date: 17 March 1992
EAN: 0011105061124 UPC: 011105061124

Tags: Butch Miles (1), Marshall Royal (1), Thad Jones (1), Al Grey (1), John Clayton (1), Cleveland Eaton (1), Greg Fields (1), Dennis Rowland (1), Chris Murrell (1), Dave Gibson (1), Rich Thompson (1), Jack Washington (1), Jimmy Rushing (1), Sonny Payne (1), Frank Foster (1), George Caldwell (1), Charlton Johnson (1), Tony Suggs (1), Scotty Barnhart (1), James Leary (1)

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500 CDs You Must Own Before You Die! (500 music items)

"Popularity would soften Basie. But here he and his big band still waved the flag for rocket-fueled Kansas City blues, out-swung their rivals and featured the best soloists around. Standout track: “Jumpin’ at the Woodside”"

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