Louis Armstrong and His Hot Seven
West End Blues 1926–1928
Track Listing
1. West End Blues 3:18 2. Alligator Crawl 3:03 3. Melancholy Blues 3:04 4. Willie the Weeper 3:13 5. Ory’s Creole Trombone 3:08 6. Struttin’ With Some Barbecue 3:00 7. Hotter Than That 2:59 8. Potato Head Blues 3:03 9. Keyhole Blues 3:36 10. Savoy Blues 3:24 11. Basin Street Blues 3:15 12. Weary Blues 3:05 13. Wild Man Blues 3:15 14. S. O. L. Blues 2:57 15. Skid‐Dat‐De‐Dat 3:14 16. Muskrat Ramble 2:38 17. Cornet Shop Suey 3:07 18. A Monday Date 3:11Historical Archive
West End Blues 1926–1928 is a seminal collection of recordings by Louis Armstrong and His Hot Seven, encapsulating the evolution of jazz during its formative years. The album features Armstrong's innovative trumpet playing, distinctive vocal style, and groundbreaking improvisation, which helped redefine the genre and influenced countless musicians. Notable tracks include 'West End Blues', characterized by its emotive trumpet solo and intricate arrangements, which have become a hallmark of jazz history.