Roger Marks / Armada Jazz Band -Best Days

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1. TRAVELLIN' BLUES
2. MAGNOLIA'S WEDDING DAY
3. HESITATIN' BLUES
4. ROLL ALONG, PRAIRIE MOON
5. O SOLE MIO
6. LIMEHOUSE BLUES
7. YOU, YOU'RE DRIVING ME CRAZY
8. CARRY ME BACK TO OLD VIRGINIA
9. WHEN MY DREAMBOAT COMES HOME
10. UNDER THE BAMBOO TREE
11. CANAL STREET BLUES
12. AIN'T SHE SWEET
13. THAT'S A PLENTY

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So it is, then, that with the recent success of the CD Sizzling Sessions (Upbeat URCD326), which included some amateur recordings from that very era, I think the time is right to re-issue these professionally recorded tracks from the same exciting times. There is also the added bonus that my long-time friend, mercurial clarinettist Pete Allen, dropped in on the 2001 session and appears on four tracks. An excellent CD of tracks from 2000 and 2001 from the well-known Roger Marks and with the added bonus of featuring Pete Allen around whom there was a lot of publicity in 2023 celebrating his 50 years of band leading. Rover Marks is back being a busy band leader after the quiet Covid times and this CD is building on his to date excellent reputation. -

"Best Days" is a captivating CD release by Roger Marks and the Armada Jazz Band, brought to you by Upbeat Jazz. This album showcases the vibrant energy and authentic sound of traditional jazz, featuring masterful trombone work from Roger Marks alongside the dynamic interplay of his accomplished bandmates. The tracks evoke both nostalgia and freshness, blending classic New Orleans influences with spirited improvisations that highlight each musician?s virtuosity. Roger Marks has long been celebrated in the British jazz scene for his expressive playing style and dedication to keeping classic jazz alive; with numerous acclaimed recordings and festival appearances, he continues to inspire audiences worldwide. Upbeat Jazz, renowned for its commitment to high-quality jazz productions since 1987, specializes in bringing timeless performances from leading artists directly to enthusiasts around the globe.

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URCD339

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