Count Basie On The Beatles / Groove Hut Records Audio CD 2008 / GH 66711

UPC 8436019587119  

Made in EU

• Label: Groove Hut Records – GH 66711
• Format: CD, Album, Compilation
• Country: Europe
• Released: 2008
• Genre: Jazz
• Style: Big Band, Swing
• UPC: 8436019587119
• Made In: EU

Overview:

This 2008 Groove Hut Records release combines Count Basie's innovative interpretations of Beatles classics with his acclaimed album The Atomic Mr. Basie. Featuring a full CD of Beatles covers arranged by Bob Florence and a bonus album showcasing Basie’s swing excellence with Neal Hefti’s arrangements, this release highlights the Count’s ability to transform popular tunes and jazz standards into timeless pieces of music.

Count Basie On The Beatles delivers a fresh take on iconic Beatles tracks with Basie’s signature big band style, while the bonus album The Atomic Mr. Basie presents some of the Count's most beloved works, reflecting the high energy and sophisticated arrangements that defined his late career.

Track Listing:

Count Basie On The Beatles:

1. Norwegian Wood – 2:54
2. (The) Fool On The Hill – 3:15
3. Something – 3:15
4. With A Little Help From My Friends – 3:21
5. Here, There And Everywhere – 2:32
6. Get Back – 3:20
7. Hey Jude – 4:17
8. Eleanor Rigby – 2:55
9. Penny Lane – 3:12
10. Come Together – 2:42
11. Yesterday – 3:19

Bonus Album: The Atomic Mr. Basie:

1. The Kid From Red Bank – 2:41
2. Duet – 4:11
3. After Supper – 3:26
4. Flight Of The Foo Birds – 3:23
5. Double-O – 2:46
6. Teddy The Toad – 3:19
7. Whirly-Bird – 3:51
8. Midnite Blue – 4:28
9. Splanky – 3:36
10. Fantail – 2:56
11. Lil'l Darlin' – 4:48

Interesting Facts:

• Count Basie recorded two albums dedicated to the Beatles' music; this release features the second album, which is more difficult to find.
• The arrangements for Count Basie On The Beatles were done by Bob Florence, who passed away before the release of this edition.
• The Atomic Mr. Basie is one of Basie’s best-selling recordings from his later years, showcasing his orchestra's adaptability and virtuosity.
• Neal Hefti, known for his brilliant arrangements, crafted the pieces for The Atomic Mr. Basie.

Key Credits:

• Count Basie And His Orchestra
• Count Basie – Piano
• Bob Florence – Arrangements (Tracks 1-11)
• Neal Hefti – Arrangements (Bonus Album)
• Gene Goe, Luis Gasca, Sonny Cohn – Trumpet
• Waymon Reed – Trumpet, Flugelhorn
• Melvin Wanzo, Groover Mitchell – Trombone
• Bill Hughes – Bass Trombone
• Marshall Royal – Alto Sax, Clarinet
• Bobby Plater – Alto Sax, Flute
• Eric Dixon – Tenor Sax, Flute
• Charlie Fowkles – Baritone Sax
• Eddie "Lockjaw" Davis – Tenor Sax
• Freddie Green – Guitar
• Norman Keenan – Bass
• Harold Jones – Drums
• Thad Jones, Joe Newman, Snooky Young, Wendell Culley – Trumpet (Bonus Album)
• Henry Coker, Al Grey, Benny Powell – Trombone (Bonus Album)
• Frank Wess, Frank Foster – Saxophone (Bonus Album)
• Eddie Jones – Bass (Bonus Album)
• Sonny Payne – Drums (Bonus Album)
• Joe Williams – Vocals (Bonus Album)