Charlie Barnet - Cherokee (Remastered) (1958/2019) [Official Digital Download]

One of Charlie Barent's later efforts, CHEROKEE proved to be more than fortuitous for this enigmatic musician. Spurning conventional wisdom, he released this set of vintage big band tunes when rock & roll was the rage, and big-band jazz had long since metamorphosed into bebop, cool, and even newer, more avant-garde styles. Barnet's 1958 band, composed of jazz greats such as trumpeter Clark Terry and pianist Nat Pierce, showed a previously apathetic audience that big band music was not only still viable, but exciting. Heavily influenced by the Basie and Ellington orchestras, Barnet successfully leads a tight, hard-swinging ensemble on this date. Songs such as "East Side, West Side," "Blue Juice," and the title track, prove this band's ability to match the legendary orchestras from the Golden Era of swing. Arguably Barnet's strongest effort, CHEROKEE is an exhilarating album.

Tracklist:

01. Cherokee
02. Smiles
03. Serenade to May
04. Moten Swing
05. East Side, West Side
06. Charleston Alley
07. Blue Juice
08. Wild Mab of the Fishpond
09. Southern Fried
10. Begin the Beguine

Personnel:

Charlie Barnet, soprano, alto & tenor saxophones
Charlie Barnet And His Orchestra



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