Strictly Instrumental
Bill Haley & His Comets · 1959
12 tracks · rock and roll
A lively blend of rock and roll rhythms infused with jazz elements and playful instrumental arrangements.
Top tracks — play these first
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(Put Another Nickel In) Music! Music! Music! — This track stands out with its upbeat tempo and catchy melody, representing the joyful spirit of the album while also emphasizing Haley's ability to reinterpret well-known standards.
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Mack the Knife — Haley's rendition brings a rock and roll flair to this classic, showcasing his band's tight instrumentation and ability to adapt jazz elements into their sound.
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Skokiaan (South African Song) — This track reflects the band’s willingness to experiment with global sounds, blending African rhythms with their rock style, which was quite innovative for the era.
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Strictly Instrumental — The title track encapsulates the essence of the album by emphasizing instrumental prowess over lyrical content, demonstrating Haley's musical range and creativity.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Joey’s Song
- 2 (Put Another Nickel In) Music! Music! Music!
- 3 Mack the Knife
- 4 In a Little Spanish Town
- 5 Two Shadows
- 6 Shaky
- 7 Strictly Instrumental
- 8 Skokiaan (South African Song)
- 9 Puerto Rican Peddler
- 10 Drowsy Waters
- 11 Chiquita linda (Un poquite de tu amor)
- 12 The Catwalk
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