Step back in time with Bing Crosby's "Rhythm King," a captivating collection of his earliest recordings from 1926 to 1930. This album, released by Naxos in 2003, offers a unique glimpse into the formative years of one of America's most beloved entertainers. With 20 tracks spanning over an hour, this compilation showcases Bing Crosby's smooth vocals and charismatic style, which would go on to define an era.
From the playful "I've Got the Girl!" to the timeless "Side by Side," each song is a testament to Crosby's enduring appeal. The album also features lesser-known gems like "Mississippi Mud" and "That's My Weakness Now," providing a comprehensive look at his early career. Whether you're a longtime fan or new to Bing Crosby's music, "Rhythm King" is a delightful journey through the golden age of jazz and swing, capturing the spirit of a bygone era with warmth and charm.
2003 Naxos2003 Naxos
Tracks
I've Got the Girl!Walter Donaldson, Bing Crosby, Al Rinker, Los Angeles Biltmore Hotel Orchestra, Don Clark
Pretty LipsWalter Donaldson, Charley Straight, Bing Crosby, Al Rinker, Paul Whiteman & His Orchestra, Paul Whiteman
Side by SideHarry M. Woods, Rhythm Boys, Paul Whiteman & His Orchestra, Paul Whiteman
Magnolia (Mix the Lot - What Have You Got?)Buddy DeSylva, Lew Brown, Ray Henderson, Rhythm Boys, Paul Whiteman & His Orchestra, Paul Whiteman
Mississippi Mud - I Left My Sugar Standing in the RainJames Cavanaugh, Sammy Fain, Irving Kahal, Harry Barris, Rhythm Boys
Sweet Lil - Ain't She SweetHarry Barris, Jack Yellen, Milton Ager, Rhythm Boys
5-Step: Five-StepRay Henderson, Lew Brown, Buddy DeSylva, Rhythm Boys, Paul Whiteman & His Orchestra, Paul Whiteman
It Won't Be Long NowLew Brown, Buddy DeSylva, Ray Henderson, Rhythm Boys, Paul Whiteman & His Orchestra, Paul Whiteman
Miss Annabelle LeeHarry Richman, Sidney Clare, Harry Barris, Rhythm Boys
SunshineIrving Berlin, Bing Crosby, Jack Fulton, Charles Gaylord, Al Rinker, Austin Young, Paul Whiteman & His Orchestra, Paul Whiteman
What Price Lyrics?Harry Barris, Matty Malneck, Bing Crosby, Rhythm Boys
That's My Weakness NowSam H. Stept, Bud Green, Rhythm Boys, Paul Whiteman & His Orchestra, Paul Whiteman
Wa-da-da (Everybody's Doing It Now)Harry Barris, Bing Crosby, Rhythm Boys
Out-O' Town GalWalter Donaldson, Rhythm Boys, Paul Whiteman & His Orchestra
That's GrandmaHarry Barris, James Cavanaugh, Bing Crosby, Rhythm Boys
Rhythm KingJoe Hoover, Jo Trent, Studio pianist, Rhythm Boys
Innocents of Paris: LouiseLeo Robin, Richard A. Whiting, Studio pianist, Rhythm Boys
I Like to Do Things for YouMilton Ager, Jack Yellen, Rhythm Boys, Paul Whiteman & His Orchestra, Paul Whiteman
A Bench in the ParkJack Yellen, Milton Ager, Harry Barris, Rhythm Boys
Them There EyesMaceo Pinkard, Doris Tauber, Rhythm Boys, Gus Arnheim Coconut Grove Orchestra
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