Skyliner 1940-1945

Charlie Barnet and His Orchestra

Skyliner 1940-1945

RELEASED: November 30, -0001
TYPE: FULL LENGTH

Track Listing

1. Skyliner 2:59 2. Gulf Coast Blues 3:10 3. E‐Bob‐O‐Lee‐Bob 2:24 4. Drop Me Off in Harlem 2:16 5. The Moose 3:33 6. Things Ain’t What They Used to Be 2:37 7. The Great Lie 3:04 8. Pow‐Wow 2:44 9. Sharecroppin’ Blues 3:57 10. Strollin’ 3:22 11. Washington Whirligig 3:10 12. Xango 2:59 13. Flying Home 2:52 14. Rockin’ in Rhythm 3:07 15. Pompton Turnpike 2:58 16. Charleston Alley 2:35 17. Wild Mab of the Fish Pond 3:13 18. Southern Fried 3:21 19. Redskin Rhumba 2:36 20. You’re My Thrill 3:13 21. Lumby 2:27 22. Flat Top Flips the Lid 3:15 23. West End Blues 2:44

Historical Archive

Skyliner 1940-1945 showcases the vibrant sound of Charlie Barnet and His Orchestra during a pivotal era in American music. This compilation features Barnet's innovative arrangements and the signature big band style that defined the swing era. The album includes timeless tracks that highlight the orchestra's dynamic instrumentation and the blending of jazz with popular music trends of the time. It remains a significant representation of Barnet's contributions to the genre, reflecting both the musical evolution and the cultural landscape of the 1940s.