Music from New Orleans, the world’s musical melting pot and the birthplace of jazz and its many offshoots. It was at Congo Square, now part of Louis Armstrong Park, that the seeds of jazz were planted.
Plus, another instalment in Michael Varekamp’s column series, The Second Line. This time, he presents “Pops in New York – 2”.
Tracklist:
- Louis Armstrong – Chicago Breakdown
- Dianne Reeves – Too Close For Comfort
- Rebirth Brass Band – Take It To The Street
- John Boute – Sisters
- Gene Krupa – Sing Sing Sing
- Leon Redbone – Some Of These Days
- Fats Navarro – Boppin’ A Riff
- Ben Webster – Come Rain Or Come Shine
- New Cool Collective – Flootie
- Illinois Jackett – C-Jam Blues
