An early issue on the Vocalion 1000 race series – the first record by a trio led by drummer Jimmy Bertrand – who most famously was a member of Erskine Tate’s Vendome Orchestra in Chicago.
On this pleasant number, we hear Bertrand on the washboard and wood blocks – while clarinetist Junie Cobb lays down some truth accompanied by Jimmy Blythe on piano. The tune, “Struggling” is credited to Blythe.
Recorded in Chicago, Illinois on May 29, 1926.
Released as Vocalion 1035
Credits:
Junie Cobb – clarinet
Jimmy Blythe – piano
Jimmy Bertrand – washboard, blocks
The flip side of this record can be heard at:
https://youtu.be/cWdXXBNRygc