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From a Trusted Seller with 100% Positive Feedback A+++. π· **Artist**: King Oliver πΆ **Album Title**: King Oliver 1923-1931 π **Format**: 6 LP Vinyl Box Set π
**Years Recorded**: 1923-1931 π **Genre**: Jazz, Blues π·οΈ **Label**: Joker π **Country of Manufacture**: Italy π **Included**: Information booklet, original inserts, and all 6 vinyl records in protective sleeves π **Condition**: Vinyls in excellent condition. **Track Listings**: - **Record 1 (1923)**: Alligator Hop, I'm Going Away to Wear You Off My Mind, Froggie Moore, and more. - **Record 2 (1926-1927)**: Snag It, Deep Henderson, Dead Man Blues, New Wang Wang Blues, and more. - **Record 3 (1927-1928)**: Black Snake Blues, Farewell Blues, Aunt Hagar's Blues, Slow and Steady, and more. - **Record 4 (1929)**: West End Blues, Call of the Freaks, The Trumpet Player, and more. - **Record 5 (1929-1930)**: Everybody Does It in Hawaii, St. James Infirmary, Boogie Woogie, and more. - **Record 6 (1930-1931)**: Shake It and Break It, Stingaree Blues, Stealing Love, One More Time, and more. πΌ **Genre**: A masterful collection of early Jazz, highlighting King Oliver's significant contribution to the genre. King Oliver was a pioneering figure in early jazz, known for his innovative cornet playing and leadership of the Creole Jazz Band, which included notable musicians like Louis Armstrong. This 6 LP vinyl box set, spanning recordings from 1923 to 1931, is a comprehensive anthology of Oliver's work during a critical period in jazz history. **Details**: π· **Genre**: Jazz, Blues π΅ **Tracks & Highlights**: This collection features classic tracks like "Alligator Hop," which showcases Oliver's sharp cornet style, and "Dippermouth Blues," a tune that became a standard in the jazz repertoire. The set also includes "Canal Street Blues," a piece that demonstrates the intricate interplay between Oliver and his band, and "St. James Infirmary," a haunting rendition of the classic blues tune. π **Historical Significance**: King Oliver's recordings are crucial in understanding the evolution of jazz from its New Orleans roots to its development as a major musical genre. His influence on Louis Armstrong and other jazz greats is well-documented, and this collection captures the essence of his contribution to music. π **Condition**: The vinyl records are preserved in excellent condition, and the box set includes an informative booklet that provides historical context and detailed notes on each track. πΆ **Collectorβs Note**: This set is not only a tribute to King Oliver's legacy but also a valuable addition to any serious jazz collection. With tracks carefully curated from the peak of his career, itβs an indispensable piece for enthusiasts of early jazz.