Willie "The Lion" Smith - 1925 1937

Artist: Willie "The Lion" Smith
Album: 1925 1937

France

Jazz

1992

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Review by Pascal Le Rudulier

Willie "The Lion" Smith is a legendary jazz pianist, and his album 1925-1937 is a must-have for any fan of the genre. The album includes some of Smith's most iconic recordings, showcasing his virtuosic playing and innovative compositions.

The album opens with "Echoes of Spring," a beautiful ballad that highlights Smith's sensitive touch and lyrical phrasing. From there, the album moves into more uptempo numbers like "Rippling Waters" and "Jumpin' the Blues," which showcase Smith's mastery of stride piano and his ability to swing with ease.

Throughout the album, Smith's playing is characterized by a joyful exuberance and a sense of playfulness. His solos are full of unexpected twists and turns, and his use of harmony and rhythm is always inventive and exciting.

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Tracks

Track	Duration	Preview
Finger Buster	2:50
I've Got To Think It Over	2:32
Sittin' At The Table (Opposite You)	2:28
What Can I Do With a Foolish Little Girl Like You?	02:47
It's Right Here for You	02:36
Harlem Joys	2:37
The Swampland Is Calling Me	2:54
Blues Why Don't You Let Me Alone	03:15
Knock Wood	2:26
I'm All Out of Breath	3:05
More Than That	2:51
I've Got to Think It Over	02:32
Swing, Brother, Swing	2:48
The Old Stamping Ground	03:15
It's Right Here For You	2:36
What Can I Do With A Foolish Girl Like You?	2:47
Breeze (Blow My Baby Back To Me)	2:50
Sittin' at the Table (Opposite You)	02:28
Breeze (Blow My Baby Back to Me)	02:50
There's Gonna Be The Devil To Pay	2:55
I'm All Out of Breath	03:05
There's Gonna Be the Devil to Pay	02:55
Peace Brother Peace	02:48
The Old Stomping-Ground	3:15
Blues, Why Don't You Let Me Alone	3:15
I Can See You All Over The Place	3:04
Rock Jenny Rock	02:39
Echo Of Spring	2:38
Get Acquainted With Yourself	2:48
Peace, Brother, Peace	2:48
I Can See You All Over the Place	03:04
Echoes of Spring	02:38
Rock, Jenny, Rock	2:39
Keep Your Temper	2:55
Streamline Gal	2:29
Santa Claus Blues	2:57

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CLASSICS 662

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Credits

Role	Credit
Alto Saxophone	Pete Brown (tracks: 18 to 23)
Violin	Edgar Sampson (tracks: 3, 4)
Banjo	Buddy Christian (tracks: 1, 2), Gus Horsley (tracks: 3, 4)
Bass	Ellsworth Reynolds (tracks: 14 to 17), John Kirby (tracks: 18 to 23)
Brass Bass	Bill Benford (tracks: 1, 2), Harry Hull (tracks: 3, 4)
Clarinet	Cecil Scott (tracks: 6 to 13), Herschel Brassfield (tracks: 3, 4)
Soprano Saxophone	Buster Bailey (tracks: 1, 2, 14 to 23)
Cornet	Ed Allen (tracks: 6 to 13), Jabbo Smith (tracks: 3, 4), June Clark (tracks: 1, 2)
Drums	"Jazz" Carson (tracks: 1, 2), Eric Henry (tracks: 14 to 17), O'Neil Spencer (tracks: 18 to 23), Unknown Artist (tracks: 3, 4)
Guitar	Jimmy McLin (tracks: 14 to 23)
Liner Notes	Anatol Schenker
Piano	Willie "The Lion" Smith
Tenor Saxophone	Prince Robinson (tracks: 1, 2), Robert Carroll (tracks: 14 to 17)
Trombone	Jimmy Harrison (tracks: 1 to 4)
Trumpet	Dave Nelson (tracks: 14 to 17), Frank Newton (tracks: 18 to 23)
Vocals	O'Neil Spencer (tracks: 18 to 21, 23), Willie "The Lion" Smith (tracks: 11)
Directed By	Perry Bradford (tracks: 3, 4)
Washboard	Willie Williams (tracks: 6 to 13)

Notes

Recorded New York City, Nov 5, 1925 (tracks 1, 2), May 23, 1927 (tracks 3, 4), May 14, 1934 (track 5), April 23, 1935 (tracks 6 to 9), May 22, 1935 (tracks 10 to 13), April 13, 1937 (tracks 14 to 17), July 14, 1937 (tracks 18 to 21), and Sep 15, 1937 (tracks 22, 23).
Bill Benford, Gus Horsley, and Harry Hull are listed with an "?" in track details on release.
Misspelt 'The Chronogical Classics' on the front.

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Barcode: 3307517066220
SPARS Code: AAD

About Willie "The Lion" Smith

American jazz pianist and composer. Born: 23 November 1893 in Goshen, New York, USA. Died: 18 April 1973 in New York City, New York, USA. Willie was active since the early 1910s, best known for his 'Harlem Stride' playing style. The legend is that his nickname "The Lion" came from his bravery while serving as a heavy artillery gunner.

Real Name

William Henry Joseph Bonaparte Bertholoff Smith

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Summary by Pascal Le Rudulier

1925-1937 is a wonderful collection of some of Willie "The Lion" Smith's most memorable recordings. It's a must-have for any jazz fan, and a testament to Smith's enduring legacy as one of the greatest pianists of all time.