#YankLawson – Swing & Beyond

Mike Zirpolo August 4, 2020 3 COMMENTS

“Tin Roof Blues” (1938) Tommy Dorsey/Deane Kincaide – with Yank Lawson, Johnny Mince and Babe Russin

“Tin Roof Blues” Composed by Paul Mares, Ben Pollack, Mel Stitzel, George Brunies and Leon Roppolo; arranged by Deane Kincaide. Recorded by Tommy Dorsey and His Orchestra for Victor on October 31, 1938 in New [..]

Sleepers Swing and Swing Redux Swingscapes

Mike Zirpolo April 4, 2020 4 COMMENTS

“I’m Prayin’ Humble” (1938) Bob Crosby and Bob Haggart; and (1969) The World’s Greatest Jazzband of Yank Lawson and Bob Haggart

“I’m Prayin’ Humble” Traditional Afro-American spiritual tune arranged by Bob Haggart. Recorded by Bob Crosby and His Orchestra for Decca on October 19, 1938 in Chicago. Bob Haggart, bass, directing: Rubin “Zeke” Zarchy, first trumpet; [..]

Spotlight on Sidemen Swing 101 Swingscapes Too Good Not to Share

Mike Zirpolo March 4, 2019 7 COMMENTS

“Milenberg Joys” (1939) Tommy Dorsey with Dave Tough

“Milenberg Joys” Composed by Jelly Roll Morton(*); arranged by Deane Kincaide. Recorded by Tommy Dorsey and His Orchestra for Victor on January 19, 1939 in New York. Tommy Dorsey, first and solo trombone, directing: Andy [..]