At the time of Lionel Hampton's discovery in 1936, the vibraphone had only made an occaional appearance in jazz as a novelty instrument. Soon, Hamp and his unique instrument were in great demand: he became one of Benny Goodman's top attractions and led many all-star groups featuring the greatest names in swing. Trace the rise of the vibes through these thrilling early recordings of the instrument's founder and master!
Founder of the Jazz Vibes: 1930-1944,Lionel Hampton,Jazz Legends,Big Band,Classic Jazz,Jazz,Jazz Music,Mainstream Jazz,New York Blues,Pop,Swing
Jazz Music:
- Fractious Fingering: The Early Years, Part 3 (1936)
- Free
- Gateway 2
- Going to Meet the Man
- Great Al Jarreau [Import]
- Happy Wretched Family
- Hit the Bricks
- I've Traveled So Far
- Integrale Django Reinhardt, Vol. 14: 1947
- Interplay
Jazz Music
The String Quartet Tribute to Clapton
Sonata in B Minor / Hungarian Rhapsody 6 in D Flat
Music: Vol. 6-Old Convention Song
Singles for a Jilted Generation [Import]
The Collection: The Night I Fell in Love/Give Me the Reason/Power of Love [Box set]
Streetorgan the Cuban: Salsas & Merengues
The String Quartet Tribute to Depeche Mode
Terry Riley: Music For The Gift; Bird of Paradise; Mescalin Mix
Straight Ahead [Import] [Limited Edition] [Original recording remastered]