Hal Smith’s New Orleans Night Owls • Messin’ Around
Following on the success of their previous Early Hours recording, drummer Hal Smith’s New Orleans Night Owls have released Messin’ Around. As with their earlier
Phonographic Yearbook • 1904
Archeophone, the top label in reissuing pre-1920 music, recently added 1904 to their Phonographic Yearbook series. Just as in their other releases in this series
The Cosmo Alleycats • Old Sweet Songs
With a name like the Cosmo Alleycats, one may think that this group plays lowdown music for science fiction movies. But while some may use
Fats Sadi • Sadi’s Vibes
Fats Sadi (1927-2009) was never a household name in the United States (he does not seem to have ever visited America) but he was one
Earl Hines • The Quintessential Recording Session
Pianist Earl Hines recorded prolifically throughout his career, particularly during 1928-79. He made a major comeback in 1965 after almost being forgotten by many jazz
