James Johnson P. - 1921 - 1926 AEC Video and Rare Birds (2018)

and Rare Birds (2018)

Big Bill Broonzy

already holds the sticks in the Buzzmen

It's a substantial and enjoyable showcase for a talented artist whose work deserves a much higher profile than she has generally enjoyed

James Johnson P. - 1921 - 1926 AEC Video and Rare Birds (2018)The one time King of New York jazz pianists, James P. Johnson was a pioneer of the stride piano style that became the model for Duke Ellington, Count Basie, Fats Waller and Art Tatum. A sensitive and solid accompanist, Johnson became the pianist of choice for singers Ethel Waters and Bessie Smith. Johnson's 1921 recordings were among the first jazz piano solos to be put on record, and many of his compositions including "Charleston" and "Carolina