Benny Goodman Today
Benny Goodman · 1970
76 min · 20 tracks · jazz
A vibrant blend of classic swing and jazz elements, showcasing Benny Goodman's enduring virtuosity and charisma.
Top tracks — play these first
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Sweet Georgia Brown Start here — accessible entry with immediate hook
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Sing Sing Sing, Part II — This extended arrangement features an exhilarating interplay between instruments and showcases Goodman's improvisational brilliance, making it a highlight of his live performances.
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Let's Dance — As the opening track, it captures the infectious energy of swing music and sets a celebratory tone for the album, reflecting its dance-oriented roots.
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Body and Soul — Goodman's interpretation of this jazz standard highlights his emotive clarinet playing and offers a poignant contrast to the upbeat tracks surrounding it.
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One O'Clock Jump — This track stands out for its classic big band structure and serves as a testament to Goodman's influence on the evolution of jazz rhythm sections.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- energetic dance-floor vibes
- nostalgic swing-infused melodies
- infectious rhythms for celebration
- dynamic clarinet-led improvisations
- playful tunes for gatherings
Maybe skip if you
- seeking minimalistic soundscapes
- prefer slower, introspective pieces
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — Revitalized Goodman's music for a new generation, enhancing his recognition.
- Themes
- swing revival· dance floor nostalgia· big band legacy
- Career context
- Released in 1970, 'Benny Goodman Today' marked a significant period in Goodman's career as he sought to reintroduce his music to a new generation. This album came after a long career that began in the late 1920s, during which Goodman became known as the 'King of Swing.' At this stage, he was revisiting and reinterpreting his classic hits alongside newer arrangements, aiming to bridge the gap between traditional jazz and contemporary sounds.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Glenn Miller· Count Basie· Tommy Dorsey
Tracklist
Disc 1
- 1 Let's Dance 0:43
- 2 Sweet Georgia Brown Start here 4:00
- 3 If I Had You 2:32
- 4 Baubles, Bangles and Beads 4:18
- 5 Stealin' Apples 4:08
- 6 Don't Be That Way 3:22
- 7 Willow Weep for Me 4:29
- 8 Big John's Special 3:15
- 9 Body and Soul 5:03
- 10 A String of Pearls 3:07
Disc 2
- 1 Poor Butterfly 2:25
- 2 Dear Dave 3:11
- 3 Roll'em 4:53
- 4 Blue Skies 3:53
- 5 One O'Clock Jump 4:55
- 6 I Would Do Most Anything for You 3:41
- 7 Venus H.B. (Turkish March) 1:10
- 8 Sing Sing Sing, Part I 3:25
- 9 Sing Sing Sing, Part II 10:40
- 10 Goodbye 2:52
If this landed
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