The Curry’s label began in the U.K. at the turn of the century as bicycle manufacturer Curry’s Cycle Co. began selling phonographs and manufacturing records on their own private label.
This release is from the mid-20s, as Currys began using masters from the British Imperial label – which in turn licensed them from the American Plaza Music Company. This Curry’s record proudly proclaims “Every Record a Gem by World Famous Artists” and “Pure, Sweet, Loud Tones”
As was the practice, American band names were given pseudonyms. In this instance “The Castle Jazz Band” was in fact the Original Memphis Five (OM5), who released “Bees Knees” domestically on the Banner, Regal, Emerson, and Grey Gull labels.
The tune was recorded in November of 1922, and includes OM5 regulars minus Miff Mole, who had been replaced on trombone by Charlie Panelli.
A rousing dance tune penned by Ray Lopez with many hot breaks and lively ensemble playing.
Credits:
Phil Napoleon – trumpet
Charlie Panelli – trombone
Jimmy Lytell – clarinet
Frank Signorelli – piano
Jack Roth – drums
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