“Something’s Gotta Be Done” – Washboard Rhythm Kings (1932)

I know I have some WRK fans on the channel – so here is a great one that will resonate with everyone coming after the annual life re-evaluation we do as we write new year’s resolutions.

Lots of unknown players on this track – but Steve Washington delivers an excellent vocal performance with Ghost Howell keeping the rhythm swingin’ on bass.

Recorded in NewYork City on December 14, 1932.

Originally released in the U.S. as Vocalion 1730. Here we have a U.K. master pressing on Decca F.5176.

Credits:
Carl Wade – tenor sax
Steve Washington – banjo, vocals
Ghost Howell – bass
Unknown Artist – trumpet
Unknown Artist – clarinet, alto sax
Unknown Artist – alto sax
Unknown Artist – piano
Unknown Artist – washboard