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.
COUNT BASIE april in paris LP EX/VG+, ENC 153, vinyl, album, uk, mono, Encore
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Count Basie & His Orchestra - Basie In London [180 gm LP vinyl]
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3 x Jazz 7" Singles 45s Ella Fitzgerald & Count Basie Verve HMV EX+++
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Count Basie, Joe Williams – Count Basie Swings Featuring Joe Williams 1964 (LP)
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Frank Sinatra & Count Basie Orchestra - It Might As Well Be Swing Vinyl US Impor
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Count Basie - The Atomic Mr Basie &Bonus 12” Vinyl LP Record SRCP 3000
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Count Basie – Jazz Spectrum Vol 4 – Fantastic jazz - Vinyl Album
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COUNT BASIE EP Columbia SEB10070 1956 c/w Joe Turner & Ella Fitzgerald
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Count Basie And Orchestra On The Road Vinyl Record LP Album 12" EX/VG+
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B7-COUNT BASIE-PLAYS BENNY CARTER-KANSAS CITY SUITE-UK 2xLP-1980-t
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Sammy Davis/Count Basie She's A Woman 7" vinyl UK Verve Promo b/w blues for mr
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Milt Jackson + Count Basie Big Band - Milt Jackson + Count Basie + The Big Ba...
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Count Basie - The Count - CDN120 - UK - May 1959 - Mono - Jazz - Swing - EX VG+
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Oscar Peterson & Count Basie Satch and Josh TEST PRESSING UK 1st 2310 722 LP
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Count Basie Vinyl LP Collection. 4 LPs. VG+ to EX/VG+. Offers?
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COUNT BASIE & ORCHESTRA "1946" FIRST HEARD FH-22 NUMBERED LTD EDITION VINYL LP
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Count Basie Basie Jam At Montreux Jazz Festival 1975 LP vinyl UK Pablo 1975
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Count Basie The Count Basie Big Band No 2 EP Columbia SEB10033 EX/EX 1950s pictu
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Jackie Wilson & Count Basie ~ Uptight (Everything Is Alright) - UK MCA DEMO-1968
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Count Basie And His Orchestra – One O'Clock Jump - Mono Vinyl Album LP
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Sinatra at the Sands with Count Basie Quincy Jones vinyl UK RLP 1019 (1966)
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Frank Sinatra / Count Basie / Sinatra-Basie. An Historic Musical First N/M Vinyl
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Count Basie – Count Basie 7" Vinyl Big Band Jazz EP TFE 17015 Mono
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Count Basie Plays Quincy Jones & Neal Hefti inc Scoot + VJD 558 2 x LP
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