1945 Vol. 2
Slim Gaillard was a master of vocalese and playful jazz innovation, capable of turning language itself into a musical instrument. This 1996 compilation draws from 1945, a pivotal year when bebop was reshaping jazz. His trio and quartette performances sparkle with wit and musicality—"Cement Mixer" remains a novelty classic, while pieces like "Atomic Cocktail" and "Cuban Rhumbarini" showcase Gaillard's genius for scat singing and inventive wordplay. The recordings capture an era of jazz that refused to take itself too seriously, yet the musicianship underneath is genuine. Perfect for exploring jazz's playful side and the less-traveled corners of the bebop era.
Item Details+
| Genre | Jazz |
| Notes | Good Plus (VG+) Mint (NM or M-) |
| Media | Very Good Plus (VG+) |
| Sleeve | Near Mint (NM or M-) |
| Label | Classics |
| Year | 1996 |
| Country | France |
| Format | CD |
Tracklist+
1. The Slim Gaillard Trio - Scotchin' With Soda 2:44
2. The Slim Gaillard Trio - Cuban Rhumbarini 2:47
3. The Slim Gaillard Trio - As Long As I Have Your Love 3:20
4. The Slim Gaillard Trio - Cement Mixer 3:16
5. Slim Gaillard Quartette - Atomic Cocktail 2:39
6. Slim Gaillard Quartette - Yep-Roc-Heresay 3:03
7. Slim Gaillard Quartette - Penicillin Boogie 2:29
8. Slim Gaillard Quartette - Jumpin' At The Record Shop 3:08
9. Slim Gaillard Quartette - Drei Six Cents 2:40
10. Slim Gaillard Quartette - Minuet In Vout 2:56
11. Slim Gaillard Quartette - Tee Say Malee 2:49
12. Slim Gaillard Quartette - Novachord Boogie 2:58
13. Slim Gaillard Quartette - Baby, Won't You Please Come Home 3:17
14. Slim Gaillard Quartette - Groovy Juice Jive 3:03
15. Slim Gaillard Quartette - The Hop 2:46
16. Slim Gaillard Quartette - Three Handed Boogie 2:58
17. Slim Gaillard And His Orchestra - Dizzy Boogie 3:09
18. Slim Gaillard And His Orchestra - Flat Foot Floogie 2:31
19. Slim Gaillard And His Orchestra - Popity Pop 2:57
20. Slim Gaillard And His Orchestra - Slim's Jam 3:14
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