Jelly Roll Morton was one of the great pioneers of modern music. His compositions and innovations set standards for jazz performers to this very day. Includes Jelly Roll Morton's famous early songs, "Grandpa's Spells", "King Porter" and Tom Cat Blues", recreated from piano rolls.
Tracks:
1.The "Jelly Roll" Blues
2.Mr. Jelly Lord
3.London Blues
4.Sweet Man
5.Grandpa's Spells
6.Stratford Hunch
7.Shreveport Stomp
8.Tom Cat Blues
9.King Porter
10.Midnight Mama
11.Tin Roof Blues
12.Dead Man Blues
13.Pep
14.The Naked Dance
Product Description:
Personnel: Jelly Roll Morton (piano); Jelly Roll Morton.
Liner Note Author: Mike Montgomery.
Recording information: Chicago, IL (09/1924-??/1936); Cincinatti, OH (09/1924-??/1936).
1924-1926. These are just immaculate classic rolls, seminal piano cuts. ~ Ron Wynn