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Swingmatism

Swingmatism Jay McShann Orchestra April 30, 1941 This side was cut in Dalls, Texas on April 30, 1941 with Harold Bruce, Orville Piggie Minor, and Bernard Anderson, trumpets; Joe Taswell Baird, trombone; Charlie Parker, and John...

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Bill Savory’s treasure trove

Bill Savory’s treasure trove Never before heard Count Basie Orchestra gems How they were finally discovered We pay another visit to Jim Eigo’s Original Vinyl Records.This time Scott Wenzel of Mosaic Records shares...

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Remembering John Von Ohlen

Remembering John Von Ohlen May 13, 1941 – October 3, 2018 A set featuring drummer John Von Ohlen with the Stan Kenton Orchestra John Von Ohlen (May 13, 1941 – October 3, 2018) was an important drummer based in the...

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Remembering Aretha Franklin

Remembering Aretha Franklin March 25, 1942 – August 16, 2018 A tribute to the Queen Of Soul Aretha Franklin (March 25, 1942 – August 16, 2018) was one of the finest singers in American history. Born in Memphis, Tennessee...

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Bessie Couldn’t Help It

Bessie Couldn’t Help It Louis Armstrong An underrated classic from 1930 Louis Armstrong recorded so many classics during his career, particularly during 1925-28 (with his Hot Five and Seven) and 1929-32 (heading big...

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