If you think Count Basie puts you to sleep try "88 Basie Street" I have read that the cd sounds great, and if it sounds close to the vinyl it must. An American icon, the Count surely knew the meaning of the word SWING!
Today was Count Basie's Birthday
The late Count Basie was born today, Aug. 21st, 1904. Here a couple of quotes that I found both amusing and inspiring:
If you play a tune and a person don't tap their feet, don't play the tune.
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I'm saying: to be continued, until we meet again. Meanwhile, keep on listening and tapping your feet.