After You've Gone

Benny Goodman | Format: Audio CD

Product Details

• Audio CD (October 25, 1990)
• Number of Discs: 1
• Label: RCA
• ASIN: B000002W8U
• In-Print Editions: MP3 Download
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #13,358 in Music (See Top 100 in Music)
  • #48 in Music > Jazz > Swing Jazz > Classic Big Band
  • #54 in Music > Jazz > Swing Jazz > Contemporary Big Band

Editorial Reviews

CD featuring Benny Goodman.

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10 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Well Produced, Well Compiled Gem, April 23, 2005

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G. Bonine-Giles (Maplewood, MN United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: After You've Gone (Audio CD)

It's easy to simply float along on the wonderful nostalgia of these tunes (and don't get me wrong -- that's fun too!). However, these songs are filled with incredible musicianship and it's difficult to remember that Goodman was controversial in his day. These tracks are impeccable in their reproduction and quality. In addition, the sheer number of tracks on the disk is phenomenal. I recommend this without hesitation.

7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Groundbreaking, Timeless Small-Group Jazz, October 28, 2001

By A Customer

This review is from: After You've Gone (Audio CD)

I just love people who review an album they haven't listened to. Of course the samples don't sound good. They're just there to give you an idea of the music, and this music is some of the best small-group jazz ever.
Each of the players is a jazz legend in his own right. Benny Goodman, Teddy Wilson, Gene Krupa and Lionel Hampton. Far from being prima donnas, they had incredible chemistry, each feeding the other and producing joyful, swinging music that puts a grin on your face.

Historically, this group is important, as it was the first to break the color barrier. Goodman wasn't initially very keen on performing live with an integrated group, but some persuasion and the knowledge that they were just too darn good to stay in the studio led to his capitulation.
Do yourself a favor and buy what will become one of your favorite CDs.

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Brilliant Performances, December 20, 2001

By A Customer

This review is from: After You've Gone (Audio CD)

I am not a fan of jazz. But the brilliant performances on this CD surpass any genre. It is simply great music wonderfully played. The atmosphere of the songs perfectly suggests the 1930s. If you listen to this CD, you will immediately understand why Benny Goodman, Teddy Wilson, Lionel Hampton and Gene Krupa are legends. The sound quality of the CD is excellent considering the music was recorded in the 1930s. I highly recommend this CD to anyone who loves music.