A collection of V-discs capturing the power of the Basie Orchestra during the war
This compilation, which is of great historical value, brings together performances from the Count Basie Orchestra's golden age from recordings left on the special "V-Disc" album produced for the US military during World War II, and allows you to experience the vibrant swing of that time.
This collection of V-Disc recordings from the 1940s by Count Basie's Orchestra clearly showcases the band's strong rhythm section and blues-based approach. Tracks include the band's signature hit "One O'Clock Jump," as well as iconic numbers like "Rusty Duty Blues" and "Harvard Blues." Basie's restrained piano playing and the presence of such golden-era members as Lester Young and Buck Clayton make this a wartime record of the power of swing-era big bands.
