Gordon Webster is probably one of the most popular musicians and bandleaders among the swing dance community. And he is busy! But this time, it's not only about him. It's also about a British/Australian singer who is the initiator of this project. Hetty Kate - described by … [Read more...] about Gordon Webster meets Hetty Kate – Another music project you can support
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DJ Chrisbe’s Song of the Week #181: Yardbird Shuffle
In this song there are quite a few breaks. But because it's not too fast, it's a great song to play around as dancers. Yardbird Shuffle Written by James A. Noble. Personnel: Woody Herman, Tommy Linehan, Walter Yoder, Frank Carlson. Woody Herman and James A. Noble I wrote a … [Read more...] about DJ Chrisbe’s Song of the Week #181: Yardbird Shuffle
DJ Chrisbe’s Song of the Week #180: Savage Rhythm
This is in a way a typical song in my repertoire. It's rhythmically diverse, it's dramatic and it has a certain melancholic mood that I really like. But, don't ask me why I love songs in minor keys, I just don't know. Mills Blue Rhythm Band I already wrote about the band in the … [Read more...] about DJ Chrisbe’s Song of the Week #180: Savage Rhythm
DJ Chrisbe’s Song of the Week #179: Lindy Hop
I've featured a song before that has "Lindy Hop" in its title, but it's a while ago so I thought to bring up another one. It's just called Lindy Hop and was recorded in 1937 by one of the most important female musicians in early jazz. Much more than just Louis Armstrong's … [Read more...] about DJ Chrisbe’s Song of the Week #179: Lindy Hop
Carsie Blanton’s Kickstarter Campaign “Jazz Is For Everybody”
Do you remember the music video "Baby Can Dance" by singer/songwriter Carsie Blanton? It was shot in New Orleans, is featuring dancers such as Peter Loggins, Chance Bushman, Lisa Casper and more and got 125'000+ views so far. Last week, Carsie launched a Kickstarter … [Read more...] about Carsie Blanton’s Kickstarter Campaign “Jazz Is For Everybody”
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