A lovely tune (penned by Marvin Smolev and Bernie Seaman) performed by blues singer Viola McCoy who is accompanied by a very young Rex Stewart on cornet and an unidentified pianist and violinist. The pianist has been suggested to be Porter Grainger – but there is disagreement on this.
Like Ethel Waters, Viola McCoy had a theatrical voice that was clear and crisp, making it a pleasure to listen to. The three accompanists expertly weave around one another, creating a kind of musical bouquet in which McCoy is the centerpiece.
Of note: Smolev later co-wrote a few songs for Cliff Jackson and his Krazy Kats (“Horse Feathers” and “The Terror”).
Recorded in New York City on January 6, 1926.
Released as Vocalion 15245.
Credits:
Viola McCoy – vocals
Rex Stewart – cornet
Unknown Artists – piano, violin
(Despite the label attribution, no cello is heard on this record)
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