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Louis Jordan's music defined the jump blues genre in the late 1930s and 1940s, influencing countless artists with his energetic performances and catchy tunes. This compilation features his best work from 1938 to 1950, showcasing his distinctive vocals and dynamic saxophone playing. With hits like "Choo Choo Ch'Boogie" and "Caldonia," this album captures the essence of Jordan's innovative sound. Perfect for fans of swing and early R&B, this collection is a must-have for anyone looking to explore the roots of rock and roll.
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Louis Jordan's music defined the jump blues genre in the late 1930s and 1940s, influencing countless artists with his energetic performances and catchy tunes. This compilation features his best work from 1938 to 1950, showcasing his distinctive vocals and dynamic saxophone playing. With hits like "Choo Choo Ch'Boogie" and "Caldonia," this album captures the essence of Jordan's innovative sound. Perfect for fans of swing and early R&B, this collection is a must-have for anyone looking to explore the roots of rock and roll.
Track Listing

1938-1940

Honey In The Bee Ball

Barnacle Bill The Sailor

Flat Face

Keep A Knockin' But You Can't Come In

Sam Jones Done Snagged His Britches On

Swinging In A Coconut Tree

Doug The Jitterbug

At The Swing Cat's Ball

Jake, What A Snake

Honeysuckle Rose

'Fore Day Blues

But I'll Be Back

You Ain't Nowhere

You're My Meat

June Tenth Jamboree

You Run Your Mouth And I'll Run My Business

I'm Alabama Bound

Somebody Done Hoodoo'd The Hoodoo Mann

Bounce The Ball (Doo Dah Diddle Dum Day)

Penthouse In The Basement

After School Swing Session (Swinging With Symphony Sid)

Oh Boy, I'm In The Groove

Never Let Your Left Hand Know What The Right Hand's Doin'

Don't Come Cryin' On My Shoulder

Waiting For The Robert E. Lee

A Chicken Ain't Nothing But A Bird

Pompton Turnpike

Do You Call That A Buddy? (Dirty Cat)

I Know You. I Know What You Wanna Do

1941-1944

Pinetop's Boogie

The Two Little Squirrels (Nuts To You)

T-Bone Blues

Pan Pan

St Vitus Dance

Saxa Woogie

Brotherly Love

Boogie Woogie Came To Town

How 'Bout That

Mama, Mama Blues (Rusty, Dusty Blues)

Knock Me A Kiss

The Green Grass Grows All Around

Small Town Boy

I'm Gonna Move To The Outskirts Of Town

What's The Use Of Getting Sober

The Chicks I Pick Are Slender Tender And Tall

I'm Gonna Leave You On The Outskirts Of Town

That'll Just 'Bout Knock Me Out

Five Guys Named Moe

It's A Low Down Dirty Shame

Ration Blues

Is You Is Or Is You Ain't My Baby

Deacon Jones

I Like 'Em Fat Like That

Mop! Mop!

G.I. Jive

You Can't Get That No More

1944-1946

My Baby Said Yes (Yip, Yip De Hootie)

Your Socks Don't Match

Buzz Me

Caldonia Boogie

Somebody Done Changed The Lock On My Door

How Long Must I Wait For You?

Salt Pork, West Virginia

Don't Worry 'Bout That Mule

Stone Cold Dead In The Market

Petootie Pie

Reconversion Blues

It's So Easy

Beware

Don't Let The Sun Catch You Crying

Choo Choo Ch' Boogie

Ain't That Just Like A Woman

That Chick's Too Young To Fry

No Sale

If It's Love You Want, Baby That's Me

Ain't Nobody Here But Us Chickens

Let The Good Times Roll

All For The Love Of Lil

Texas And Pacific

Jack, You're Dead

Reet, Petite And Gone

Sure Had A Wonderful Time

I Know What You're Putting Down

1947-1949

Friendship

Open The Door, Richard

Boogie Woogie Blue Plate

Barnyard Boogie

Every Man To His Own Profession

Early In The Morning

Run, Joe

Look Out

Have You Got The Gumption?

We Can't Agree

Chicky-Mo, Craney Crow

Roamin' Blues

Inflation Blues

You're Much Too Fat (And That's That)

Pettin' And Pokin'

You're On The Right Track, Baby

Don't Burn The Candle At Both Ends

Why'd You Do It, Baby?

Daddy-O

Safe, Sane And Single

I Know What I've Got, Don't Know What I'm Getting

You Broke Your Promise

Push-Ka Pee-Shee Pie (The Saga Of Saga Boy)

Coleslaw

Beans And Corn Bread

1949-1950

Onion

Baby's Gonna Go, Bye-Bye

Heed My Warning

Psycho Loco

Baby, It's Cold Outside

Don't Cry, Cry-Baby

School Days

Hungry Man

Saturday Night Fish Fry

I Want A Roof Over My Head

Show Me How (You Milk The Cow)

Blue Light Boogie

Ain't Nobody's Business But My Own

I'll Never Be Free

Tamburitza Boogie

You Dyed Your Hair Chartreuse

Lemonade

It's A Great, Great Pleasure

You Will Always Have A Friend

Trouble Then Satisfaction

Life Is So Peculiar

I'll Be Glad When You're Dead (You Rascal, You)

Tear Drops From My Eyes

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  • Genre: Jazz, Blues
  • Product Type: AUDIO CD
  • Barcode: 3561302501727
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