By request from one of my Instagram followers: A disc featuring the Hawaiian steel guitar of Sol Hoopii.
This one is interesting for a few reasons: Firstly, this tune has been played by many jazz bands, including the Synco Jazz Band (1919), Ford Dabney (1919), Clarence Williams (1929 and 1933), Willie “The Lion” Smith (1935), and Andy Kirk (1938).
Sol Hoopii also recorded a number of other jazz standards such as Tin Roof Blues, Singin’ the Blues, Stack O Lee Blues, and even Fascinating Rhythm. Sadly, this is the only one of his records in my collection.
Secondly, this Hawaiian record also features a lovely vocal harmony which complements the tune quite well. Hope you enjoy.
If you have requests – hit me up. I might not have it, but if I do, I’ll post it for you.
Recorded in Los Angeles on October 19, 1926.
Released as Columbia 931-D
Credits:
Sol Hoopii – steel guitar
Lani McIntire – guitar
Glenwood Leslie – ukulele
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