The River's Takin' Care of MeJesse Greer, Henry "Red" Allen, Dickie Wells, Hilton Jefferson, Coleman Hawkins, Bernard Addison, John Kirby, Horace Henderson, Walter Johnson
Believe It, BelovedJ. C. Johnson, Henry "Red" Allen, George Erwin, George Washington, Buster Bailey, Danny Barker, Pops Foster, Luis Russell, Paul Barbarin
We're Gonna Have Smooth SailingAl Lewis, Milton Ager, Al Sherman, Henry "Red" Allen, George Erwin, George Washington, Buster Bailey, Danny Barker, Pops Foster, Luis Russell, Paul Barbarin
Whose Honey Are You?J. Fred Coots, Henry "Red" Allen, George Erwin, George Washington, Buster Bailey, Danny Barker, Pops Foster, Luis Russell, Paul Barbarin
Rosetta (Arr. H. Henderson)Earl Hines, Henri Woode, Henry "Red" Allen, Cecil Scott, Chu Berry, Dickie Wells, Bernard Addison, John Kirby, Horace Henderson, George Stafford
Body and Soul (Arr. H. Henderson)Johnny Green, Henry "Red" Allen, Cecil Scott, Chu Berry, Dickie Wells, Bernard Addison, John Kirby, Horace Henderson, George Stafford
Frankie: Get Rhythm in Your Feet (Arr. H. Henderson)Bill Livingston, J. Russell Robinson, Henry "Red" Allen, Cecil Scott, Chu Berry, J. C. Higginbotham, Lawrence Lucie, Elmer James, Horace Henderson, Kaiser Marshall
Dinah Lou (Arr. H. Henderson)Rube Bloom, Ted Koehler, Henry "Red" Allen, Albert Nicholas, Cecil Scott, J. C. Higginbotham, Lawrence Lucie, Elmer James, Horace Henderson, Kaiser Marshall
On the Beach at Bali-BaliAbner Silver, Al Sherman, Jack Meskill, Henry "Red" Allen, Tab Smith, Joe Garland, J. C. Higginbotham, Lawrence Lucie, Elmer James, Edgar Hayes, O'Neill Spencer
Big Boadcast of 1937: Here's Love in Your EyeRalph Rainger, Leo Robin, Henry "Red" Allen, Gene Mikell, Tab Smith, Danny Barker, John Kirby, Clyde Hart, Cozy Cole
When My Dreamboat Comes HomeCliff Friend, David Franklin, Henry "Red" Allen, Gene Mikell, Tab Smith, Danny Barker, John Kirby, Clyde Hart, Cozy Cole
College Holiday: I Adore YouRalph Rainger, Henry "Red" Allen, Anonymous, Tab Smith, Danny Barker, Johnny Williams, Billy Kyle, Cozy Cole
He Ain't Got RhythmIrving Berlin, Henry "Red" Allen, Anonymous, Tab Smith, Danny Barker, Johnny Williams, Billy Kyle, Cozy Cole
I've Got My Love to Keep Me Warm: On the Avenue: This Year's KissesIrving Berlin, Henry "Red" Allen, Anonymous, Tab Smith, Danny Barker, Johnny Williams, Billy Kyle, Cozy Cole
Let's Put Our Heads TogetherHarold Arlen, Henry "Red" Allen, Anonymous, Tab Smith, Danny Barker, Johnny Williams, Billy Kyle, Cozy Cole
Goodnight, My Lucky DaySam H. Stept, Henry "Red" Allen, Buster Bailey, Tab Smith, Sonny Fredericks, Danny Barker, John C. Williams, Billy Kyle, Alphonse Steele
There's a Kitchen Up in HeavenBernard, Leaman, Henry "Red" Allen, Buster Bailey, Tab Smith, Sonny Fredericks, Danny Barker, John C. Williams, Billy Kyle, Alphonse Steele
(Is It) Love or Infatuation?Friedrich Hollaender, Henry "Red" Allen, Edmond Hall, Tab Smith, Sammy Davis, Danny Barker, John C. Williams, Billy Kyle, Alphonse Steele
K.K. BoogieKen Kersey, Henry "Red" Allen, Edmond Hall, J. C. Higginbotham, Billy Taylor, Jimmy Hoskins
Old Man RiverJerome Kern, Henry "Red" Allen, Edmond Hall, J. C. Higginbotham, Billy Taylor, Ken Kersey, Jimmy Hoskins
A Sheridan "Square"Henry "Red" Allen, Studio ensemble
Siesta at the FiestaHenry "Red" Allen, Studio ensemble
Indiana (Back Home Again in Indiana)James F. Hanley, Henry "Red" Allen, Studio ensemble
Jack the BellboyLionel Hampton, Henry "Red" Allen, Studio ensemble
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Album Description
2011 Ancha2011 Ancha
Immerse yourself in the vibrant sounds of the swing era with Henry "Red" Allen's "Original 1933-1941 Recordings." This captivating collection, released on May 3, 2011, by Ancha Records, showcases the exceptional talent of Henry "Red" Allen, a renowned trumpeter, vocalist, and bandleader who left an indelible mark on jazz and big band music. Spanning a rich hour and nine minutes, the album is a treasure trove of 26 tracks that encapsulate the spirit and energy of the time.
From the soulful ballads like "Body and Soul" and "Old Man River" to the upbeat, dance-inducing numbers such as "K.K. Boogie" and "Siesta at the Fiesta," Allen's versatility and mastery are evident throughout. His distinctive voice and virtuosic trumpet playing shine in both well-known standards and lesser-known gems, offering a comprehensive journey through his early career.
The album features a mix of original compositions and arrangements by Henry Henderson, highlighting Allen's ability to breathe new life into classic tunes. Whether you're a seasoned jazz enthusiast or new to the genre, this collection offers a delightful exploration of the swing and big band sounds that defined an era. Dive into the timeless music of Henry "Red" Allen and experience the magic of a bygone musical age.
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