Benny Goodman - (1931–1935)
Benny Goodman, the "King of Swing," was the most influential bandleader of the 1930s, and these early recordings capture him at a pivotal moment. Recorded between 1931 and 1935, this two-CD set documents his transition from hot jazz sideman to the leader of the orchestra that would define an era. The Charleston Chasers tracks feature early arrangements and hot solos that drove the swing movement forward. "Basin Street Blues" and "Beale Street Blues" show how traditional jazz could be reimagined for big band settings, while "Walkin' My Baby Back Home" has the effortless swing that became Goodman's signature sound. The playing is energetic and precise, with tight ensemble work and spirited solos. Essential for jazz historians and swing enthusiasts.
Item Details+
| Genre | Jazz |
| Style | Big Band Swing |
| Notes | Good Plus (VG+) Mint (NM or M-) CDs are EX. |
| Media | Very Good Plus (VG+) |
| Sleeve | Near Mint (NM or M-) |
| Label | Timeless Historical |
| Year | 2000 |
| Country | UK and Europe |
| Format | 2xCD |
Tracklist+
. Disc 1
1. The Charleston Chasers - When Your Love Has Gone 3:17
2. The Charleston Chasers - Walkin' My Baby Back Home 3:07
3. The Charleston Chasers - Basin Street Blues 3:16
4. The Charleston Chasers - Beale Street Blues 3:03
5. Benny Goodman And His Orchestra - Not That I Care 3:24
6. Benny Goodman And His Orchestra - Help Yourself To Happiness 3:18
7. Benny Goodman And His Orchestra - Love Letters In The Sand 3:10
8. Benny Goodman And His Orchestra - I Don't Know Why (I Just Do) 3:04
9. Benny Goodman And His Orchestra - I Gotta Right To Sing The Blues 3:11
10. Benny Goodman And His Orchestra - Ain't Cha Glad? 3:28
11. Benny Goodman And His Orchestra - Dr. Heckle And Mr. Jibe 3:26
12. Benny Goodman And His Orchestra - Texas Tea Party 3:22
13. Billie Holiday, Benny Goodman And His Orchestra - Your Mother's Son-In-Law 2:47
14. Benny Goodman And His Orchestra - Tappin' The Barrel 2:50
15. Benny Goodman And His Orchestra - Keep On Doin' What You're Doin' 3:02
16. Billie Holiday, Benny Goodman And His Orchestra - Riffin' The Scotch 2:30
17. Benny Goodman And His Orchestra - Love Me Or Leave Me 2:45
18. Benny Goodman And His Orchestra - Why Couldn't It Be Poor Little Me 2:47
19. Benny Goodman And His Orchestra - Georgia Jubilee 2:46
20. Benny Goodman And His Orchestra - Junk Man 3:04
21. Benny Goodman And His Orchestra - Junk Man 3:01
22. Benny Goodman And His Orchestra - Ol' Pappy 3:13
23. Benny Goodman And His Orchestra - Emaline 3:28
24. Benny Goodman And His Orchestra - I Ain't Lazy - I'm Just Dreamin' 3:11
25. Benny Goodman And His Orchestra - As Long As I Live 3:09
. Disc 2
1. Benny Goodman And His Orchestra - Moon Glow 3:36
2. Benny Goodman And His Orchestra - Breakfast Ball 2:48
3. Benny Goodman And His Music Hall Orchestra - Take My Word 2:52
4. Benny Goodman And His Music Hall Orchestra - It Happens To The Best Of Friends 2:46
5. Benny Goodman And His Music Hall Orchestra - Nitwit Serenade 2:45
6. Benny Goodman And His Music Hall Orchestra - Bugle Call Rag 2:56
7. Benny Goodman And His Music Hall Orchestra - Learning 3:01
8. Benny Goodman And His Music Hall Orchestra - Stars Fell On Alabama 3:10
9. Benny Goodman And His Music Hall Orchestra - Solitude 3:17
10. Benny Goodman And His Music Hall Orchestra - I'm Getting Sentimental Over You 3:11
11. Benny Goodman And His Music Hall Orchestra - I'm Getting Sentimental Over You 2 3:13
12. Benny Goodman And His Orchestra - Stars 3:03
13. Benny Goodman And His Orchestra - Stars (2) 3:06
14. Benny Goodman And His Music Hall Orchestra - I'm A Hundred Percent For You 3:00
15. Benny Goodman And His Music Hall Orchestra - Cokey 2:53
16. Benny Goodman And His Music Hall Orchestra - Like A Bolt From The Blue 3:05
17. Benny Goodman And His Music Hall Orchestra - Music Hall Rag 3:05
18. Benny Goodman And His Orchestra - The Dixieland Band 3:03
19. Benny Goodman And His Orchestra - Blue Moon 3:09
20. Benny Goodman And His Orchestra - Throwin' Stones At The Sun 2:48
21. Benny Goodman And His Orchestra - Down Home Rag 2:45
22. Benny Goodman And His Orchestra - Singin' A Happy Song 2:37
23. Benny Goodman And His Orchestra - Clouds 3:06
24. Benny Goodman And His Orchestra - I Was Lucky 2:59
25. Benny Goodman And His Orchestra - Night Wind 3:09
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