AUGUST 20, 1949

https://worldradiohistory.com/Archive-All-Music/Cash-Box/40s/49/CB-1949-08-20.pdf

DISK OF THE WEEK

MARGARET WHITING (Capitol 57-709)

"Dime A Dozen" (2:50)
"Whirlwind" (2:48)

There’s no mistake about this one! A cinch to clinch with phono fans throughout the nation is this latest biscuit by Margaret Whiting. Titled “Dime A Dozen,” Maggie delivers a socko vocal on this merry up-tempo ditty, with some great instrumental backing by the Frank DeVol ork trickling throughout the side. The wax whirls in fast tempo, with a mellow hand-clap keeping time to the music. Lyrics of the song make you wanna get up and sing, dance and
whistle right along with the platter. It’s the type of tune that will have a wide range of appeal to the nation’s music fans. The rendition is certainly a feather in chirp Whiting’s cap. On the flip with “Whirlwind,” Maggie really
demonstrates her versatile vocal style by coming up with this unusual platter. Song is spun in a down-to-earth vein, with exceptional music offered by maestro DeVol. Both sides of this platter are hot—with a slight edge going
to “Dime A Dozen.” Ops should hop on the bandwagon!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zc9GF9BxXxc
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5uX0IEHrbBw

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KAY STARR CRYSTALETTE ALL STARS (Crystalette 608)

"Stormy Weather" (2:50)
"Night & Day" (2:46)

Thrush Kay Starr pitches her pipes on a great oldie, and comes up with a sock disking in this cookie. It’s “Stormy Weather” that Kay offers, with the gal’s lilting jazz intonation echoing in grand manner throughout. Top notch
instrumental aggregation behind the lass fills in the musical backdrop in mellow style. The flip has the crew knocking out an instrumental version of “Night & Day” in excellent jazz tempo. Both sides should sit well, especially
so with the wide bevy of jazz fans Kay has.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=33fxsug_NYk
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t98ovl39_rw

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JO STAFFORD (Capitol 57-710)

"The Last Mile Home" (2:59)
"Ragtime Cowboy Joe" (2:53)

Pair of great sides by chirp Jo Stafford really let up and shine here, as Jd and the Paul Weston ork combine to offer “The Last Mile Home” and “Ragtime Cowboy Joe.” Top deck is a ditty music ops and fans will be hearing plenty of in the very near future. It’s a smooth, slow piece of music, with the lyrics making for beautiful listening. Vocal chorus adds to the luster found on this side, as does Paul Weston’s excellent musical accompaniment. The flip has
offering a ragtime rendition of a great ditty, “Ragtime Cowboy Joe.” Wax has to be heard to be fully appreciated—and that is just what we recommend.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oLZPuzJ3avk
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nKH4xT5_8OA

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JAZZ 'N BLUES REVIEWS
*AWARD O' THE WEEK*

THE RAVENS (National 9085}

'There's Nothing Like A Woman In Love" (2:25)
"Careless Love" (2:52)

Hot on the heels of their sensational success with “Rickey’s Blues,” The Ravens come up with another terrific recording in this bit of music titled “There’s Nothing Like A Woman In Love” and “Careless Love." There is no doubt about it—this group certainly has what it takes to put a piece of material over. The great vocal styling of bass Jimmy Ricks takes the lead on the top deck, with some fine tenor vocal work riding thru in addition. The song is a tremendously infectious piece, and is one that makes you stop and listen. Harmony the gang offers is hard to beat, and is a sure thing to meet with instant approval. On the other end with “Careless Love,” The Ravens bounce back with another superb vocal platter on a ditty that is rapidly kicking up a storm. This rendition should prove to be one of the biggest and best around. Music ops won’t have to hesitate one second once they hear this recording. Hop to it!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j1N47Hjf4Qc
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e_-UeNyq2qM

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THE FOUR JACKS / THE ALLEN TRIO (Allen 21001)

"Careless Love" (2:35)
"Capp's Bop" (2:40)

Pair of sides music ops should look into are these rendered by The Four Jacks and The Allen Trio. Top deck is a smooth rendition of “Careless Love,” with the group displaying some wonderful vocal harmony on the side. It’s a
mellow disking and is one that should meet with music fans approval. On the flip with “Capp’s Bop,” the trio give out with some light bop music that is easy on the ears. Top deck gets the nod here easily.

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ERSKINE HAWKINS ORCH. (RCA Victor 20-3509)

"The Buffalo Nickel" (2:51)
"It's Divine So Divine" (2:53)

Maestro Erskine Hawkins on tap with a pair of fresh sides, with “The Buffalo Nickel” and “It’s Divine, So Divine” coming at music ops. Top deck is a mellow ditty that is currently causing a bit of a storm. Vocal ensemble wails
the smart lyrics in tones that add up. The flip, with Jimmy Mitchelle at the mike is a slow tender ballad that should met with the approval of the cuddle-kids. Top deck, “The Buffalo Nickel” is a hot item.

https://archive.org/details/78_the-buffalo-nickel_erskine-hawkins-and-his-orchestra-bobby-smith_gbia0024347a/_78_the-buffalo-nickel_erskine-hawkins-and-his-orchestra-bobby-smith_gbia0024347a_01_3.5_ET_EQ.flac

https://archive.org/details/78_its-divine-so-divine_erskine-hawkins-and-his-orchestra-jimmie-mitchelle-al-fields_gbia0024347b/_78_its-divine-so-divine_erskine-hawkins-and-his-orchestra-jimmie-mitchelle-al-fields_gbia0024347b_01_3.5_ET_EQ.flac

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JOHN HARDEE QUINTET (Savoy 703)

"Lunatic" (2:37)
"Can't Help Lovin' That Man" (2:57)

The John Hardee Quintet on tap with a pair that make for easy listening, with “Lunatic” and “Can’t Help Lovin’ That Man” aimed at music ops. Top deck is mellow instrumental number featuring some hot sax work. It’s smooth stuff
throughout tho, and should be appreciated by many jazz fans. The flip has the gang running thru a terrific version of a great standard. Top notch tenor work on the side by the maestro is great listening from start to finish. Ops
who have the locations that go for this brand would do well to listen in.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O7eMWBRcZxY
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W1z6Q0CCk98

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SINGIN' FATS THOMAS (National 9088)

"If I Give You My Love" (2:50)
"Oo Bob Aloo Bo" (2:44)

Vocal work by a new star on National turns out fine, with Singin’ Fats Thomas basking in a well deserved spotlight. Top deck has Fats wailing “If I Give You My Love,” a tune that has been around some. This rendition should add to the popularity of the song. On the other end. Fats comes up with a rhythm blues number in “Oo Bob Aloo Bo,” with some nice spots by Eddie Davis. Wax rates ops listening time—and more.

https://youtu.be/APl-3HOQ1zc?t=10
https://youtu.be/Eu2ukTxMZ_s?t=10

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COOTIE WILLIAMS ORCH. (Mercury 8143)

"Slidin' And Glidin'" (2:45)
"Let 'Em Roll" (2:47)

Cootie Williams and his crew, long missing from the phono spotlight, comes up with a pair that might do it. Wax, titled “Slidin’ & Glidin’ ” and “Let ’em Roll” shows the Williams gang off to fair advantage. Top deck is mellow
instrumental bit with the boys displaying their musical wares. Flip is just what the title indicates, a hot, up tempo bit of rhythm, mixed with loads of shoutin’ and wailin’. Wax rates some close attention.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g0ZrzQIp-is
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=69bCxn_BhmQ

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TENNESSEE ERNIE (Capitol 57-40212)

"You'll Find Her Name Written There" (2:56)
"Smokey Mountain Boogie" (2:53)

A side that has some heavy potential coin play is this one rendered by Tennessee Ernie. Titled “You’ll Find Her Name Written There,” the tune spins in slow, fragrant tempo, with a soft, plush air about it. Vocal work on the side
fits the mood and manner of the tune like a glove. It’s a tender lament—one that should cause music ops and fans alike to sit up and take notice. The flip switches tempo to a mellow up tempo boogie tune that should meet with
better than average reception. Ops should get with the top deck.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uja3TaQ6QiU
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U7mh4Y912Uo

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