State Street Special

Jimmy Yancey · 1939 · Solo enregistré chez Victor, avec la basse « Yancey »

Context

Recorded in 1939 on Victor (26589-A), this solo dates from the first session of the Chicago pianist, who had already influenced Albert Ammons and Meade Lux Lewis. It illustrates the left-hand bass known as the "Yancey bass".

In the genealogy of jazz

This track belongs to Boogie-woogie. Among the origins and influences of Boogie-woogie: Blues, spirituals, work songs.

Sources

• EN: Jimmy Yancey

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