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Big Swing Face

Buddy Rich

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Album Review

Big Swing Face not only reissues the second recording by Buddy Rich & His Big Band but doubles the program with nine previously unissued performances from the same engagement at the Chez Club in Hollywood. Rich's orchestra was in its early prime, displaying a very impressive ensemble sound, charts by Bill Holman, Shorty Rogers, Bob Florence, Bill Potts and others, and such soloists as altoist Ernie Watts (a newcomer), trumpeter Bobby Shew, Jay Corre on tenor and the remarkable drummer/leader. Even with the presence of "Norwegian Wood" and "The Beat Goes On" (the latter features Rich's teenage daughter Cathe on a vocal), this is very much a swinging set. Rich has some outstanding solos and lots of drum breaks but does not hog the spotlight; he was justifiably proud of his band.

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Amazing

I had this album when I was in 5th grade just starting to learn the drums. My Dad turned me onto jazz, and bought me this album. The original only had nine tracks, but that's plenty for this tour-de-force album. Love For Sale is one of the greatest big band tracks ever recorded-Buddy is simply ridiculous in this song as the band charges forward with a ferocity not easily matched. If you're curious, buy Love For Sale...you will not be disappointed!!

Biography

Born: October 01, 1917 in Brooklyn, NY

Genre: Jazz

Years Active: '10s, '20s, '30s, '40s, '50s, '60s, '70s, '80s

When it came to technique, speed, power, and the ability to put together incredible drum solos, Buddy Rich lived up to the billing of "the world's greatest drummer." Although some other drummers were more innovative, in reality none were in his league even during the early days. A genius, Buddy Rich started playing drums in vaudeville as "Traps, the Drum Wonder" when he was only 18 months old; he was completely self-taught. Rich performed in vaudeville throughout his childhood and developed into...
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Big Swing Face, Buddy Rich
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  • $11.99
  • Genres: Jazz, Music, Easy Listening, Swing, Mainstream Jazz, Bop, Big Band
  • Released: 1967

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