1. That's The Groovy Thing (Part A) 2. Tippin' In 3. That's The Groovy Thing (Part B) 4. Jumpin' Jack 5. That's The Heat You Gotta Beat 6. Let's Ball Tonight (Part 1) 7. Away 8. Let's Ball Tonight (Part 2) 9. Where Or When 10. Cuttin' Out 11. Here Goes 12. My Special Dream 13. I'm The Guy That Loves Ya 14. 845 Stomp 15. Earl's Rumboogie 16. Bostic's Jump 17. Hot Sauce! - Boss 18. Temptation 19. Artistry By Bostic 20. Bostic's Boogie Blues 21. Bar Fly Baby 22. Joy Dust 23. Slightly Groovy 24. Disc Jockey's Nightmare 25. Liza (All The Clouds'll Roll Away) 26. Scotch Jam 27. The Man I Love 28. Apollo Theatre Jump
Earl Bostic • Early Earl - The Gotham Recordings 1946-1947 CD
Before becoming one of the biggest instrumental stars of the King Records era, Earl Bostic was already redefining the sound of Rhythm & Blues with a series of remarkable recordings for Philadelphia's Gotham label. Revered by fellow musicians for his astonishing technique and electrifying alto saxophone playing, Bostic combined the sophistication of Jazz with the excitement of jump blues, helping to shape the sound that would soon evolve into Rock 'n' Roll.
Early Earl The Gotham Recordings 1946-1947 brings together almost all of Bostic's surviving Gotham recordings on a single CD, making it the most comprehensive collection of this important period in his career. Instrumental highlights such as Tippin' In, 845 Stomp, Bostic's Jump, Joy Dust, Scotch Jam and Apollo Theatre Jump showcase his thrilling saxophone style, while vocal performances including Jumpin' Jack, Let's Ball Tonight and I'm The Guy That Loves Ya reveal another side of an artist who would later concentrate almost exclusively on instrumentals.
These recordings also capture the moment that first brought Bostic to national attention. Their success persuaded King Records to acquire both his contract and many of his master recordings, beginning a sixteen-year partnership that would establish him as one of the most successful and influential saxophonists in post-war American music.
Expertly restored and packed with outstanding Jump Blues and early Rhythm & Blues instrumentals, this collection is essential listening for anyone interested in the roots of Rock 'n' Roll or the development of the modern R&B saxophone sound.
