Bennie Moten (Nov. 13, 1894 - April 2, 1935) was a fine ragtime-oriented pianist who led the top territory band of the 1920s, an orchestra that really set the standard for Kansas City jazz. Moten formed his group (originally a sextet) in 1922 and in 1923, they made their first … [Read more...] about DJ Chrisbe’s Song of the Week #135: Moten Swing
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