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Jazz Age – The Best Jazz of the 1920s and 30s | Vintage Instrumentals & Classic Jazz Remastered
Step back into the 1920s and 1930s with Jazz Age, a breathtaking collection of 50 legendary jazz recordings from the golden era of music. This double-disc set showcases some of America’s finest jazz performances, featuring iconic artists such as Louis Armstrong, Duke Ellington, Count Basie, Artie Shaw, and Ella Fitzgerald. Whether you’re a dedicated jazz aficionado or just discovering the magic of 1920s and 1930s jazz, this album is a must-have.
Expertly restored by Past Perfect, these original recordings sound remarkably fresh, preserving the energy, rhythm, and spirit that defined the swing era. With a mix of smooth instrumentals, lively swing, and soulful vocals, this collection is perfect for both relaxed listening and lively gatherings.
Track Listing:
CD 1:
- Jelly Roll Morton – Black Bottom Stomp
- Miff Mole – The New Twister
- Bessie Smith – Trombone Cholly
- Bix Beiderbecke – Royal Garden Blues
- Beale Street Washboard Band – Forty And Tight
- Louis Armstrong & Kid Ory – Ory’s Creole Trombone
- Red Nichols – Whispering
- McKinney’s Cotton Pickers – Milenberg Joys
- Boyd Senter & His Senterpedes – Sweetheart Blues
- Louis Armstrong & Earl Hines – Weather Bird
- Fats Waller – Won’t You Get Off It, Please?
- Hoagy Carmichael – Rockin’ Chair
- Duke Ellington – Old Man Blues
- J.C. Higginbotham – Give Me Your Telephone Number
- Mamie Smith – Jenny’s Ball
- King Oliver – Don’t You Think I Love You?
- Cab Calloway – Trickeration
- Mills Blue Rhythm Band – Snake Hips
- Boswell Sisters/Dorsey Brothers – There’ll Be Some Changes Made
- Joe Venuti & Eddie Lang – Farewell Blues
- The Chocolate Dandies – I Never Knew
- Art Tatum – The Shout
- Fletcher Henderson – Tidal Wave
- Duke Ellington – Sump’n ’bout Rhythm
- Jack Teagarden – Junk Man
CD 2:
- Earl Hines – Copenhagen
- Louis Prima – Sing It Way Down Low
- Benny Goodman Trio – After You’ve Gone
- Henry ‘Red’ Allen – Whose Honey Are You?
- Benny Goodman – If I Could Be With You
- Billie Holiday / Teddy Wilson – What A Little Moonlight Can Do
- Bud Freeman – The Blizzard
- Artie Shaw – Sweet Lorraine
- Benny Carter – Swingin’ At Maida Vale
- Dick McDonough – Dardanella
- Mildred Bailey – When Day Is Done
- Coleman Hawkins – Crazy Rhythm
- Johnny Dodds – Melancholy
- Casa Loma Orchestra – Casa Loma Stomp
- Sidney Bechet – Southern Sunset
- Django Reinhardt & Stéphane Grappelli – Them There Eyes
- Jimmie Noone – I Know That You Know
- Johnny Hodges – The Jeep Is Jumpin’
- Eddie Condon – California, Here I Come
- Count Basie – Jumpin’ At The Woodside
- Kansas City Six – ‘Way Down Yonder In New Orleans
- Muggsy Spanier – That Da Da Strain
- Ella Fitzgerald – Moon Ray
- Bob Crosby – The World Is Waiting For The Sunrise
- Lionel Hampton – When Lights Are Low
- Jimmie Lunceford – Liza
Key Features:
- Authentic Jazz Classics: A carefully curated selection of the greatest jazz and swing hits from the 1920s, 30s, and 40s.
- Expertly Remastered Sound: Restored from original recordings to deliver exceptional audio quality.
- Featuring Legendary Artists: Includes performances by Louis Armstrong, Duke Ellington, Benny Goodman, Fats Waller, and Billie Holiday.
- Perfect for Jazz Enthusiasts: Whether you enjoy trad jazz, piano instrumentals, or cool swing, this album offers something for every listener.
- Ideal for Relaxation or Background Music: A smooth blend of instrumentals and vocal classics, great for unwinding, working, or social gatherings.
- Includes Informative Liner Notes: Gain insight into the artists and the history behind each track.
Experience the timeless elegance of early jazz – add Perfect Swing to your collection today!
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer : No
Language : English
Package Dimensions : 5.55 x 4.96 x 0.35 inches; 2.83 ounces
Manufacturer : Past Perfect
Item model number : PPCD78131
Date First Available : February 23, 2008
Label : Past Perfect
ASIN : B00007L9SU
Country of Origin : Czech Republic
Number of discs : 2