Happy birthday to Count Basie, born on this day in 1904 — one of the true giants of jazz. With his economical piano style, swinging rhythm, and legendary orchestra, Basie defined the sound of big band swing and kept it alive for decades. From “One O’Clock Jump” to “April in Paris,” the Count Basie Orchestra was the very definition of swing — tight, bluesy, and irresistibly joyful. A bandleader, innovator, and icon whose music will forever keep people dancing.
@SVG__Collection I really liked his collaboration with Sinatra too.
@SVG__Collection No band swung harder than the Basie Band in its prime.
@SVG__Collection And the work his band did with his vocalists Jimmy Rushing and Joe Williams was sublime. An immortal.
@SVG__Collection You can still find Count Basie albums for $1. Best value anywhere. They're all fantastic.
@SVG__Collection Saw him many years ago with mom in law. Loved it.
@SVG__Collection One can also never forget his appearance in the Mel Brook's film BLAZING SADDLES ... as wel .
@SVG__Collection HAPPY BIRTHDAY, FELLOW LEO!! ❤️
@SVG__Collection Thank you Count Basie
@SVG__Collection I met him once when I was a kid!
@SVG__Collection You can't beat the infectious beat Toe tapping finger popping it's neat You feel the rhythm in your head and in your soul Happiness abounds as you dance jump and stroll Reaches parts that keeps the thrill Baisies music was just brilliant.. 😎👍🎵🎼🎶
