Johnny Dodds recorded this version of "Melancholy" at the beginning of 1938. The song was composed in 1927 by Bloom Rub, Walter Melrose and Elmer Shoebel. In that same year, Johnny Dodds (beside other artists) recorded "Melancholy" for the first time and it's interesting to … [Read more...] about DJ Chrisbe’s Song of the Week #235: Melancholy
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DJ Chrisbe’s Song of the Week #234: Madhouse
Recently, I was listening to the LP "The Complete Goodman, Vol. 1 - 1935" and I realized that I didn't have this exciting swinging song in my digital library. Now, I have it. And you? Madhouse Jimmy Mundy - Composer and Arranger Jimmy Mundy (born James R. Mundy, 1907-1983), was … [Read more...] about DJ Chrisbe’s Song of the Week #234: Madhouse
DJ Chrisbe’s Song of the Week #233: Second Balcony Jump
There is not much information available about Al Cooper, and I even couldn't find a proper image, but what we still have is his great music! Second Balcony Jump Al Cooper Al Cooper (1911-1981) was a alto saxophonist, clarinetist and bandleader. Early in his career, he played at … [Read more...] about DJ Chrisbe’s Song of the Week #233: Second Balcony Jump
DJ Chrisbe’s Song of the Week #232: If I Had You
More than 120 Songs of the Week ago, I featured one of my favorite songs by Alix Combelle, the "Coleman Hawkins of France". Here is another song that I regularly spin at swing dance events. If I Had You Personnel: Philippe Brun (cn), Alix Combelle (ts), Joseph Reinhardt (g), … [Read more...] about DJ Chrisbe’s Song of the Week #232: If I Had You
DJ Chrisbe’s Song of the Week #231: Take Me Away From The River
Earlier this year, the Smoking Time Jazz Club released their latest album and there is one song that really stands out from the rest - at least for me: Great rhythm section, soulful vocals and solos, and that gloomy atmosphere. Take Me Away From The River I Need Someone Like You … [Read more...] about DJ Chrisbe’s Song of the Week #231: Take Me Away From The River
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