{"product_id":"ken-colyers-jazzmen-new-orleans-to-london","title":"Ken Colyer's Jazzmen – New Orleans To London","description":"\u003ch4 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\n\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003eKen Colyer's Jazzmen – New Orleans To London\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA cornerstone of the British traditional jazz revival, Ken Colyer's Jazzmen – New Orleans To London captures the authentic spirit of early jazz while celebrating the enduring connection between its American roots and Britain's thriving post-war jazz scene. Led by legendary trumpeter Ken Colyer, this album pays tribute to the timeless sounds of New Orleans with passionate performances steeped in history, authenticity, and exceptional musicianship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHaving travelled to New Orleans himself to immerse in the birthplace of jazz, Colyer became one of the most respected ambassadors of traditional jazz in the UK. His dedication to preserving the original style is evident throughout this album, as his band delivers lively ensemble playing, infectious rhythms, and heartfelt improvisation inspired by the great pioneers of early jazz.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom the uplifting gospel influence of Goin' Home to the ragtime flair of Harlem Rag and Cataract Rag, alongside the swinging energy of Stockyard Strut and the atmospheric La Harpe Street, \u003cem\u003eNew Orleans To London\u003c\/em\u003e perfectly captures the warmth, joy, and spontaneity that have made traditional jazz a beloved genre for generations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn excellent addition for collectors of traditional jazz vinyl, New Orleans jazz, Dixieland, and British jazz history, this LP remains a wonderful celebration of one of jazz's most influential musical traditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eTracklist\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSide A\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGoin' Home\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIsle Of Capri\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHarlem Rag\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLa Harpe Street\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSide B\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStockyard Strut\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCataract Rag\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEarly Hours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eToo Busy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/QMY9wlbJ6UQ?si=H9YnvgNklWknZV23\" title=\"YouTube video player\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Decca Records","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54842625294678,"sku":"LF 1152","price":6.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1009\/1013\/7686\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_ba786344-997c-4d26-abdf-f9bfe9dd0b53.jpg?v=1785411850","url":"https:\/\/www.sounds-grounds.co.uk\/products\/ken-colyers-jazzmen-new-orleans-to-london","provider":"Sounds + Grounds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}