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breaking it up! - louis prima

Louis Prima - Breaking It Up! (LP)

Louis Prima

1951
15 tracks
36 min
swing music

Breaking It Up!

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Product Description

Dive into the vibrant world of Louis Prima with "Breaking It Up!", a swinging big band extravaganza released in 1951 on Columbia/Legacy. This lively collection of 16 tracks is a testament to Prima's energetic and charismatic style, blending swing music with a touch of novelty and humor. From the playful "Eleanor" to the sultry "One Mint Julep", Prima's vocals and trumpet playing shine, backed by the dynamic rhythms of his big band. The album also features a notable collaboration with Keely Smith on "The Bigger The Figure (Single Version)", showcasing Prima's ability to create captivating duets. With tracks like "Shake Hands with Santa Claus" and "Shepherd Boy", Prima infuses holiday spirit into the mix, making this album a year-round delight. At just over 36 minutes, "Breaking It Up!" is a concise yet powerful journey through the sounds of a true swing era icon.

Tracks

EleanorLouis Prima, Keely Smith
2:02
Shake Hands with Santa Claus - Mono RecordingLouis Prima
2:25
Oooh-Dahdily-DahLouis Prima, Keely Smith
2:19
BastaLouis Prima, Keely Smith
2:26
The Bigger The Figure (with Keely Smith) - Single VersionLouis Prima, Keely Smith
2:37
Boney BonesLouis Prima, Keely Smith
2:42
One Mint JulepLouis Prima, Keely Smith
2:43
Chili SauceLouis Prima, Keely Smith
1:52
Oh, MarieLouis Prima
2:17
LuigiLouis Prima, Keely Smith
2:42
Paul RevereLouis Prima, Keely Smith
2:29
It's Good As New (I Painted It Blue)Louis Prima, Keely Smith
2:11
Barnacle Bill The SailorLouis Prima, Keely Smith
2:23
Shepherd BoyLouis Prima, Keely Smith
2:31
Chop Suey, Chow MeinLouis Prima, Keely Smith
2:39

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Product specifications

Details

Album: Breaking It Up!
Artist: Louis Prima
Album release date: 1 januari 1951
Label: Columbia/Legacy
EAN: 074646525920
Available: No

Product information

Mono or stereo: Stereo
Duration: 36 min
Tracks: 15 tracks

EAN

EAN: 074646525920

Other

Limited Edition: No
Genre: Swing music
Box set: No
Remastered: No
Reissue: No

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