A swingin’ tune from the outstanding band known for its longtime residency at the Savoy Ballroom in Harlem starting in 1937. They recorded several records for Decca between 1938-1941, and this one is from their first session.
In addition to a rock solid hook, this original tune by Al Cooper also features great solo work by Sam Massenberg on trumpet and an exciting bass solo that I mistook for Slam Stewart at first due to the vocalizations – but the honors here go to Cooper’s half brother Grachan Moncur.
Recorded in New York City on July 29, 1938.
Released as Decca 7525.
Credits:
Al Cooper – clarinet, alto sax, baritone sax, arranger, director
Pat Jenkins, Sam Massenberg – trumpet
Rudy Williams – alto sax
Ed McNeil – tenor sax
Oliver Richardson – piano
Grachan Moncur – string bass
Alex “Razz” Mitchell – drums