Dive into the legendary career of Louis Armstrong with "Satchmo: The Decca And Verve Years 1924-1967," a comprehensive collection spanning over four decades of the iconic musician's work. This extensive compilation, released on April 1, 2020, by Verve Reissues, offers a rich tapestry of jazz, swing, big band, and vocal jazz, showcasing Armstrong's unparalleled talent and influence on the genre.
The album features a diverse range of tracks, from the upbeat and energetic "Shanghai Shuffle" and "New Orleans Stomp" to the soulful and heartfelt "I'm In The Mood For Love" and "When It's Sleepy Time Down South." Fans will also enjoy live performances, including "Muskrat Ramble" and "That's My Desire," recorded at Symphony Hall in Boston, 1947, as well as "Baby, It's Cold Outside" from the Pasadena Civic Auditorium in 1951. The collection also includes classic standards like "La vie en rose," "Dream A Little Dream Of Me," and "Blueberry Hill," demonstrating Armstrong's versatility and enduring appeal.
With a duration of over three hours, this album is a treasure trove for both longtime fans and newcomers to Louis Armstrong's music. The tracks are a testament to his extraordinary vocal and instrumental skills, as well as his ability to captivate audiences with his unique style and charisma. Whether you're in the mood for lively big band numbers or intimate jazz ballads, "Satchmo: The Decca And Verve Years 1924-1967" offers a comprehensive journey through the career of one of the most influential figures in jazz history.
Tracks
Shanghai ShuffleLouis Armstrong, Fletcher Henderson & His Orchestra
CopenhagenLouis Armstrong, Fletcher Henderson & His Orchestra
New Orleans StompJohnny Dodds's Black Bottom Stompers
I'm In The Mood For LoveLouis Armstrong
Old Man MoseLouis Armstrong
Ev'ntideLouis Armstrong
Swing That Music - 1936 Single VersionLouis Armstrong
The Skeleton In The ClosetLouis Armstrong
On A Cocoanut IslandLouis Armstrong, The Polynesians
The Old Folks At Home (Swanee River)Louis Armstrong, The Mills Brothers
JubileeLouis Armstrong
Struttin' With Some BarbequeLouis Armstrong
When The Saints Go Marching InLouis Armstrong
Nobody Knows De Trouble I've SeenLouis Armstrong, The Decca Mixed Choir
Jeepers CreepersLouis Armstrong
Perdido Street BluesLouis Armstrong
I Cover The WaterfrontLouis Armstrong
When It's Sleepy Time Down SouthLouis Armstrong
You Won't Be Satisfied (Until You Break My Heart)Ella Fitzgerald, Louis Armstrong
Muskrat Ramble - Pt 1 & 2 / Live At Symphony Hall, Boston,1947Louis Armstrong
That's My Desire - Live At Symphony Hall, Boston,1947Louis Armstrong, Velma Middleton
That Lucky Old Sun (Just Rolls Around Heaven All Day)Louis Armstrong, Gordon Jenkins Orchestra And Choir
Blueberry Hill - Single VersionLouis Armstrong, Gordon Jenkins Orchestra And Choir
You Can't Lose A Broken HeartLouis Armstrong, Billie Holiday, Sy Oliver & His Orchestra
C'est si bonLouis Armstrong
La vie en roseLouis Armstrong
Dream A Little Dream Of MeElla Fitzgerald, Louis Armstrong
Baby, It's Cold Outside - Pt. 1 & 2 / Live At Pasadena Civic Auditorium,1951Louis Armstrong, Velma Middleton
Gone Fishin' - Live Radio VersionBing Crosby, Louis Armstrong, John Scott Trotter & His Orchestra
A Kiss To Build A Dream OnLouis Armstrong
Rockin' Chair - Live At The Crescendo Club, Holloywood, CA,1955Louis Armstrong
Mm-MmLouis Armstrong
Ole Miss Blues - Live At The Hollywood Bowl,1956Louis Armstrong
The Bucket's Got A Hole In It - Live At The Hollywood Bowl,1956Louis Armstrong
Mack The Knife - Live At The Hollywood Bowl,1956Louis Armstrong
Stars Fell On AlabamaElla Fitzgerald, Louis Armstrong
They Can't Take That Away From MeElla Fitzgerald, Louis Armstrong
Moonlight In VermontElla Fitzgerald, Louis Armstrong
On The Sunny Side Of The StreetLouis Armstrong
When You're Smiling (The Whole World Smiles With You)Louis Armstrong
King Of The ZulusLouis Armstrong
Stompin' At The SavoyElla Fitzgerald, Louis Armstrong
Love Is Here To StayElla Fitzgerald, Louis Armstrong
I Get A Kick Out Of YouLouis Armstrong, Oscar Peterson
Stormy WeatherLouis Armstrong
Body And SoulLouis Armstrong
Nobody Knows The Trouble I've SeenLouis Armstrong
I've Got The World On A StringLouis Armstrong
SummertimeElla Fitzgerald, Louis Armstrong
Bess Oh Where Is My BessElla Fitzgerald, Louis Armstrong
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