Swingin' New Big Band
63 min · 17 tracks · jazz
A high-energy showcase of big band jazz with intricate arrangements and explosive drumming.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- explosive drumming that energizes
- dynamic mix of lively styles
- two-halves for focused listening
- wave-like pacing with surprises
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer steady, predictable rhythms
- seek minimalistic soundscapes
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1967, 'Swingin' New Big Band' came during Buddy Rich's peak as a big band leader, following his successful album 'Buddy Rich Big Band'. This period marked Rich's transition from a renowned drummer to a prominent bandleader, establishing his reputation for virtuosic performances and innovative arrangements that would influence future generations of jazz musicians.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Gene Krupa· Art Blakey· Elvin Jones
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Readymix 3:22
- 2 Basically Blues 5:40
- 3 Critic's Choice 3:31
- 4 My Man's Gone Now 3:05
- 5 Up Tight (Everything's Alright) 2:49
- 6 Sister Sadie 3:15
- 7 More Soul 4:20
- 8 West Side Story Medley: Overture / Cool / Something's Coming / Somewhere 10:48
- 9 What'd I Say 2:50
- 10 Hoe Down 2:41
- 11 Step Right Up 3:17
- 12 Apples (aka Gino) 2:33
- 13 Chicago 2:26
- 14 In a Mellotone 3:44
- 15 Never Will I Marry 2:42
- 16 Lament for Lester 2:45
- 17 Naptown Blues 3:29
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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