Lionel Hampton & His Orchestra

Lionel Hampton and His Orchestra

Lionel Hampton & His Orchestra

RELEASED: November 30, -0001
TYPE: FULL LENGTH
1. Hamp's Boogie Woogie 3:16 2. Beulah's Sister's Boogie 3:05 3. Midnight Sun 3:16 4. Hamp's Walking Boogie 3:00 5. Cobb's Idea 3:06 6. Red Top 3:03 7. Hey! Ba-Ba-Re-Bop 3:18 8. Flying Home No.1 3:12 9. Hamp's Boogie Woogie No. 2 2:59 10. Air Mail Special (Parts 1 & 2) 6:00 11. Slide Hamp Slide 2:46 12. Rockin' In Rhythm (Parts 1 & 2) 5:49 13. Flying Home No.2 3:08 14. Loose Wig 3:04 15. In The Bag 3:25 16. Adam Blew His Hat 3:21 17. Tempo's Birthday 2:48 18. Playboy 3:08 19. Empty Glass (Normania) 3:09
Lionel Hampton & His Orchestra showcases the vibrant energy of jazz through Hampton's exceptional vibraphone skills and a talented ensemble. The album features a blend of blues, swing, and big band sounds, encapsulating the spirit of the late 1940s and early 1950s jazz scene. Hampton's innovative arrangements and lively performances made this album a cornerstone in the genre, highlighting both his improvisational prowess and the collective talent of his orchestra.