I first heard George Lewis back in high school. I'm a clarinetist and I used to buy CDs of all the clarinetists I could find, George Lewis was one of them. Love his playing, New Orleans style clarinet is something special
Those who love New Orleans French Quarter, and the history of New Orleans Jazz, have got to love this song, it’s like taking a walk along those historic streets, although you may be thousands of miles away at the time. ❤
Once again I'm amazed at the abilities and musicality of everyone in the George Lewis band. I WILL NOT PICK OUT ANY INDIVIDUALS. To do so takes away the wholeness of the beautiful ensemble. The George Lewis band were always in the top echelon of New Orleans jazz. Wonderful, Ivan H
If you listen closely, you will hear the riffs that made two songs, popular songs. One is :They all axed for you. By the Meters The other one is : Dont mess with my tu tu. By Irma Thomas. Which came first, chicken or egg?
I rediscovered this great tune last night. The last time I heard it, I was six or seven years old, and my grandfather was playing it on his banjo. What a great memory.
I remember it from Les Paul and Mary Ford. I learned later the lyrics were written by Gene Lockhart, Canadian actor. Father of June Lockhart, still with us, born 1925. Melody published in 1919.
I burried my father with this song in Germany 15 years ago. He was always such an enjoyer of the music. listening to it now makes me sad but also happy.