Count Basie Vinyl Records: The King of Swing
William "Count" Basie was an American jazz pianist and bandleader who led one of the most influential big bands of the mid-20th century. Born on August 21, 1904, in Leavenworth, Kansas, Basie's early life was marked by poverty and hardship. He began playing piano at a young age and eventually moved to Kansas City, where he developed his signature style, characterized by simplicity, clarity, and a strong sense of swing.
Basie's big band, which debuted in 1935, was known for its unique sound, which emphasized the rhythm section and featured memorable solos from musicians such as Lester Young, Herschel Evans, and Joe Jones. The band's popularity soared during World War II, with hits like "One O'Clock Jump" and "April in Paris" becoming staples of the American jazz repertoire. Basie's music was not only a reflection of his own personality but also a representation of the African-American experience, capturing the spirit of hope and resilience that defined the era.
Throughout his career, Basie collaborated with some of the most iconic figures in jazz, including Ella Fitzgerald, Frank Sinatra, and Sammy Davis Jr. He continued to lead his big band until the early 1950s, when he transitioned to a smaller ensemble format. Despite health issues and personal struggles, Basie remained an active and influential figure in the music world until his passing on April 26, 1984. Today, Count Basie is remembered as one of the most important figures in jazz history, with his legacy continuing to inspire new generations of musicians and fans alike.
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Count Basie
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KINGS OF SWING VOL. 5 / 10 BRUNSWICK 2 x 7" EP VINYL DUKE ELLINGTON COUNT BASIE
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The Count Basie Trio - For The First Time (VINYL)
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Count Basie – Count Basie At Newport - 180g Verve 2017 VINYL LP MINT SEALED
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COUNT BASIE Wiggle Woogie / One O'Clock Jump UK Parlophone 78 jazz record 1944
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COUNT BASIE ONE O'CLOCK JUMP/JOHN'S IDEA" 10" 78 RPM RECORD.
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The Count Basie Trio For The First Time LP Album Vinyl 2310712 Jazz 70’s
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Count Basie - One More Time EP - UK 1959 Columbia Jazz
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Count Basie Orchestra - Warm Breeze 1981 USA JAZZ RED vinyl LP Nr Mint
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Count Basie The Dirty Dozens 78 Brunswick 02825 EX 1950 10" 78rpm single, The Di
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K5-COUNT BASIE+ Neal Hefti-BASIE-E=MC2-FRANCE LP-NM -1957- The Atomic Mr. Basie
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Count Basie Orchestra & Ellington – Count Meets the Duke (Sealed Vinyl LP) 151
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Count Basie The Mad Boogie 78 Parlophone R3012 VG 1950 10" 78rpm single, The Mad
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Count Basie Orchestra High Voltage (Vinyl) 12" Album
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Ella Fitzgerald & Count Basie
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COUNT BASIE CHAIRMANOF THE BOARD VINYL RECORD #MAN
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Count Basie / Joe Turner – The Bosses - Vintage Jazz Vocal L.P.
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Count Basie x 2 albums
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Count Basie - The Atomic Mr Basie - Roulette - SRCP3000 - UK - 1969 - VG+ - VG+
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Count Basie - Me And You 1983 Pablo Records Germany LP
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Count Basie On Broadway LP Music For Pleasure MFP50319 EX/EX 1970s On Broadway
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Milt Jackson + Count Basie, ‘Vol.1’, Vinyl Album (1978 Pablo, Jazz, PLAY TESTED)
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Ella Fitzgerald / Count Basie Ella and Basie 1963 Verve SVLP9050 EX!
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Count Basie - Count Basie Swings Featuring Joe Williams, LP, (Vinyl)
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Count Basie With The Alan Copeland Singers – Basie Swingin' Voices Tested VG+VG+
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Count Basie - Every Day I Have The Blues, LP, (Vinyl)
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COUNT BASIE --- THE LEGEND --- VINYL ALBUM
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