Jelly (1992)

About this title: The Dirty Dozen Brass Band, an innovative group that combines R&B with New Orleans parade rhythms, pays tribute to the great Jelly Roll Morton on this CD. Actually the DDBB mostly ignores Morton's original recordings (and leaves out some of his themes) in an unusual set that does not find them neglecting their own individuality. A few Danny Barker monologues add to the authenticity of this music, which takes great liberties with Morton's compositions. Trumpeter Gregory Davis (who duets with guest pianist Eddie Bo on "Dead Man Blues") is the most impressive soloist, though it is the sound of ... read more

Tracks:

1. Jelly's Jazz [Barker]
2. Georgia Swing [Morton/Pecora]
3. Freakish [Morton]
4. Sidewalk Blues [Melrose/Morton]
5. The Red Light District [Barker]
6. Milenberg Joys [Mares/Melrose/Morto]
7. Mr. Ray "J"/Dead Man Blues [Davis/Gonzales/Mort]
8. Jungle Blues [Morton]
9. Shoe Shiner's Drag [Morton]
10. Wolverine Blues [Morton/Spikes/Spike]
11. Jelly Roll's Misgiving [Barker]
12. The Pearls [Morton]
13. New Orleans Blues [Morton]
14. Kansas City Stomp [Morton]
15. One and Only/Georgia Swing (Reprise) [Barker/Morton/Pecor]

Note: This is a general synopsis. Each listing is further described below.