New Orleans born trumpeter Henry “Red” Allen and his orchestra recorded a large number of excellent sides for the American Record Corporation between 1934-37.
“Throughout the series Red’s trumpet-playing covers the whole gamut of jazz expressiveness, creating many examples of superb small-band jazz. None of the 72 sides are less than good and many are superfine. Despite the various changes of personnel that took place over the three-year period, the recordings present an impressive level of consistency and feeling.”
– John Chilton, Ride, Red Ride: The Life of Henry “Red” Allen
“Algiers Stomp” is an homage to the Algiers neighborhood of New Orleans where Allen grew up. Lots of highlights, including a pair of proto-bop sax solos, a overdriven clarinet solo by Rudy Powell, and the main event: Allen’s confident and expressive trumpet solo.
Recorded in New York City on August 5, 1936.
Released as Vocalion 3302.
Credits:
Henry Allen – trumpet, vocals
Rudy Powell – clarinet, alto sax
Tab Smith – alto sax
Cecil Scott – tenor sax
Edgar Hayes – piano
Lawrence Lucie – guitar
Elmer James – bass
Cozy Cole – drums