Al Bowlly With Ray Noble 1931 to 1934

Ray Noble and His Orchestra

Al Bowlly With Ray Noble 1931 to 1934

RELEASED: January 01, 1987
TYPE: FULL LENGTH
1. Brighter Than the Sun 2:41 2. Pied Piper of Hamelin 2:56 3. Makin' Wickey-Wackey Down in Waikiki 3:23 4. Hold My Hand 3:18 5. Lady of Spain 3:14 6. Shout for Happiness 2:30 7. My Hat's on the Side of My Head 2:50 8. Got a Date With an Angel 2:29 9. Time on My Hands 3:17 10. I'll Do My Best to Make You Happy 3:22 11. Love Is the Sweetest Thing 3:23 12. What More Can I Ask 3:35 13. The Very Thought of You 3:36 14. On the Other Side of Lovers' Lane 3:13 15. Love Locked Out 3:13 16. It's Time to Say Goodnight 2:42
Al Bowlly With Ray Noble 1931 to 1934 showcases the remarkable collaboration between British bandleader Ray Noble and vocalist Al Bowlly, who became one of the most popular artists of the 1930s. The album features a collection of their works, characterized by Bowlly's smooth baritone voice and Noble's sophisticated orchestral arrangements. The tracks blend big band jazz with romantic ballads, representing the essence of the pre-war pop music landscape. This compilation highlights the transitional phase of popular music in the early 20th century, where jazz and swing began to gain mainstream appeal, and it continues to influence artists today.