November 14 – Thursday – Benny Goodman – The Golden Age of Benny Goodman

Don’t laugh. This was a lot of fun! Got to put my dancing shoes on (that’s a metaphor-I was barefoot). Not only is this album going to make future appearances, it is in the Ram-running for slot #3, and I’ve a feeling it just might get it even though I know there’s some good stuff yet to come. AND, not only that – I think I may invest in some swing and big band CDs. So there.

This album is in remarkably good condition considering its age. The record itself is from 1956, but the recordings are from the 30s. There are some very recognizable names on the album like Gene Krupa and Lionel Hampton.