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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DJ Chrisbe’s Song of the Week #6: The Gal From Joe’s
This article was originally published on shuffleprojects.com Another great song is The Gal From Joe's composed by Duke Ellington and Irving Mills, here in my preferred version by Charlie Barnet (1913-1991). Charlie Barnet was a son of wealthy parents who had hoped he … [Read more...] about DJ Chrisbe’s Song of the Week #6: The Gal From Joe’s
DJ Chrisbe’s Song of the Week #5: The Game Of Love
This article was originally published on shuffleprojects.com This is a beautiful song by Fairground Attraction, a Scottish pop band which only existed from 1987-1990. They are most known for their world hit “Perfect”, released 1988. “The Game Of Love” is a … [Read more...] about DJ Chrisbe’s Song of the Week #5: The Game Of Love
DJ Chrisbe’s Song of the Week #4: I Found A New Baby
This article was originally published on shuffleprojects.com I Found A New Baby (also: I've Found A New Baby) is one of my favourite Jazz standards and I can't stop hunting for new versions of that great song. For this week I have chosen a version you can find on an Edgar … [Read more...] about DJ Chrisbe’s Song of the Week #4: I Found A New Baby
DJ Chrisbe’s Song of the Week #3: Spooks
This article was originally published on shuffleprojects.com This funny song in a medium tempo range starts with a squeaking door and a deep laughter. Is it spooking in the house? Often there is a murmur in the dance crowd when the intro starts and the majority of the dancers … [Read more...] about DJ Chrisbe’s Song of the Week #3: Spooks
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