Cole Slaw

Louis Jordan and His Tympany Five

Cole Slaw

RELEASED: November 30, -0001
TYPE: FULL LENGTH
1. Pettin' and Pokin' 2:30 2. I Know What I've Got (Don't Know What I'm Getting) 2:47 3. Don't Burn the Candle at Both Ends 2:41 4. Cole Slaw (Sorghum Switch) 2:41 5. Push Ka Pee Shee Pie (The Saga of Saga Boy) 2:31 6. Baby's Gonna Go Bye Bye 2:44 7. Heed My Warning 3:17 8. Hungry Man 3:05 9. You Will Always Have a Friend 2:58 10. Weak Minded Blues 2:25 11. Is My Pop in There? 2:27 12. Time Marches On 2:24 13. Oil Well, Texas 2:25 14. Azure-Té (Paris Blues) 3:04 15. Junco Partner 2:40 16. Jordan for President 2:54
Cole Slaw is a vibrant collection of songs that showcases Louis Jordan's unique blend of jazz, blues, and R&B. The album features energetic performances from his band, the Tympany Five, characterized by catchy rhythms and witty lyrics. Jordan's charismatic vocal delivery and innovative use of instruments set the stage for the jump blues genre, influencing countless artists in the years to come. Tracks like 'Choo Choo Ch'Boogie' and 'Caldonia' highlight his ability to fuse storytelling with infectious melodies, making the album a classic in American music history.