Description
The Jimmie Lunceford Orchestra – Stomp It Off (Audio CD)
Product Details
- Album Title: Stomp It Off
- Artist: The Jimmie Lunceford Orchestra
- Label: Decca Jazz – GRD-608
- Series: The Original American Decca Recordings, GRP Presents The Legendary Masters Of Jazz
- Format: CD (Compilation, Reissue, Remastered, Mono Digital Audio)
- Country of Origin: US
- Released: 1992
- Genre: Jazz
- Style: Swing, Big Band
- UPC: 011105160827
- Copyright: ℗ 1992 MCA Records; © 1992 GRP Records, Inc.
- Distributed by: A Bertelsmann Music Group Company (Made in Austria)
Overview
Experience a masterful journey into the golden era of swing with Stomp It Off by The Jimmie Lunceford Orchestra. This reissue compilation, part of the original Decca recordings presented by GRP, features a remastered collection of classic swing and big band tunes. Recorded in mono for an authentic vintage sound, the album delivers dynamic arrangements of timeless standards such as "Sophisticated Lady," "Mood Indigo," and the title track "Stomp It Off." With contributions from celebrated arrangers and musicians—including solos by trumpet, saxophone, and clarinet—this album encapsulates the vibrant energy and precision of Lunceford’s band. Whether you're a devoted jazz enthusiast or new to the swing era, this collection provides an engaging window into the legacy of one of swing's legendary orchestras.
Product Features
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Authentic Swing & Big Band Sound:
This album captures the vibrant, danceable energy of Lunceford's arrangements, featuring classic tunes reimagined with bold brass lines, swinging rhythms, and impeccable ensemble coordination. -
Remastered for Excellence:
The digital audio reissue has been carefully restored by top audio engineers (including Erick Labson and the post-production team of Adam Zelinka, Joseph Doughney, and Michael Landy) to preserve the warm, authentic character of 1940s swing recordings. -
Legendary Repertoire:
Enjoy timeless compositions like Duke Ellington’s "Sophisticated Lady" and "Mood Indigo," as well as Lunceford’s own contributions (e.g., "Stomp It Off" co-written with Sy Oliver) that showcase the band’s creativity and innovation. -
Outstanding Musical Personnel:
The reissue credits a veritable who's who of jazz musicians—including contributions by arrangers Richard Niles and guest performances by Sy Oliver—and features solos from instrumentalists on trumpet, saxophone, clarinet, and drums, led by Jimmie Lunceford himself.
Track Listing
- Sophisticated Lady
Writers: Edward Kennedy Ellington, Irving Mills, Mitchell Parish – 3:08 - Mood Indigo - 2nd Take
Writers: Barney Bigard, Edward Kennedy Ellington, Irving Mills – 2:52 - Rose Room
Writers: Art Hickman, Harry Williams – 2:59 - Black And Tan Fantasy
Writers: Bubber Miley, Edward Kennedy Ellington – 2:45 - Stratosphere
Writers: Edward P. Moran, Jimmie Lunceford – 2:14 - Miss Otis Regrets
Writer: Cole Porter; Vocals featured (SO) – 2:42 - Star Dust - 1st Take
Writers: Hoagy Carmichael, Mitchell Parish; Vocals featured (HW) – 3:02 - Dream Of You
Writers: Edward P. Moran, Jimmie Lunceford, Sy Oliver; Vocals featured (SO) – 3:09 - Stomp It Off
Writers: Jimmie Lunceford, Sy Oliver – 3:04 - Solitude
Writers: Edward Kennedy Ellington, Edgar De Lange, Irving Mills; Vocals featured (HW) – 3:03 - Rain
Writer: Eugene Ford – 3:10 - Since My Best Girl Turned Me Down
Writers: Howdy Quicksell, Ray Lodwig – 3:20 - Jealous
Writers: Dick Finch, Jack Little, Tommie Malie; Vocals featured (HW) – 2:58 - Rhythm Is Our Business - Take 1
Writers: Jimmie Lunceford, Sammy Cahn, Saul Chaplin – 3:10 - Rhythm Is Our Business - Take 2
Writers: Jimmie Lunceford, Sammy Cahn, Saul Chaplin – 3:13 - Shake Your Head (From Side To Side)
Writers: Ernest Grundlehner, Sammy Cahn – 2:42 - Sleepy-Time Gal
Writers: Ange Lorenzo, Joseph Reed Alden, Raymond B. Egan, Richard A. Whiting – 3:05 - Bird Of Paradise
Writer: Edward Kennedy Ellington – 3:12 - Rhapsody Junior
Writer: Edward Kennedy Ellington – 3:14 - Runnin' Wild
Writers: Arthur Gibbs, Joe Grey, Leo Wood – 3:03 - Four Or Five Times
Writers: Byron Gay, Marco Hellman; Vocals featured (SO) – 3:03
Interesting Facts
- Historical Legacy:
The Jimmie Lunceford Orchestra was renowned for its impeccably arranged swing tunes during the golden era of big band jazz. This reissue highlights the band’s influential sound and remains a vital document of American jazz history. - Expert Restoration:
The album underwent high-level audio restoration by industry experts, ensuring that the original energy and swing feel of the classic recordings are preserved for modern audiences. - Session Highlights:
Standout tracks like "Black And Tan Fantasy" and "Stomp It Off" demonstrate the innovative arrangements and dynamic performances that set Lunceford’s Orchestra apart from its contemporaries. - Comprehensive Liner Notes:
Accompanying liner notes by jazz historian Stanley Dance provide valuable insights into the musical context and legacy of the recordings.
Publishers & Credits
- Original Recording Copyright: ℗ – MCA Records; © 1992 GRP Records, Inc.
- Reissue Producer: Orrin Keepnews
- Executive Producers: Dave Grusin, Larry Rosen
- Audio Restoration & Post-Production: Erick Labson; Assistant engineers include Adam Zelinka, Joseph Doughney, Michael Landy
- Design & Creative Direction: Andy Baltimore, Andy Ruggirello, Dan Serrano, David Gibb, Scott Johnson, Sonny Mediana
- Musicians Featured:Photography and Liner Notes: Provided by Frank Driggs Collection and Stanley Dance respectively
- Alto Saxophone: Dan Grissom (tracks 18–21), Jimmie Lunceford (track 17), others
- Baritone Saxophone: Earl Carruthers
- Drums: Jimmy Crawford
- Guitar: Al Norris, Eddie Durham (tracks 17–21)
- Trombone: Eddie Durham (tracks 17–21), Elmer Crumbley (tracks 17–21), Henry Wells (tracks 1–16), Russell Bowles
- Trumpet: Eddie Tompkins, Paul Webster (tracks 17–21), Sy Oliver, Tommy Stevenson (tracks 1–16)
- Distributed by: MCA Records & GRP Records; Manufactured in Austria
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