A legendary Romani-French guitarist, Django Reinhardt was the first hugely influential jazz figure to emerge from Europe and the person most credited with developing the style known as gypsy jazz, jazz manouche, or hot club jazz. Reinhardt came up with a unique way of propelling the acoustic guitar into the front line of a jazz combo in the days before amplification became widespread. He would spin joyous, arcing, marvelously inflected solos above the thrumming groundwork of two rhythm guitars and a bass, with cohort Stephane Grappelli's elegantly gliding violin serving as the perfect foil. His harmonic concepts were startling for their time – making a direct impression upon Charlie Christian and Les Paul, among others – and he was an energizing rhythm guitarist behind Grappelli, pushing their groups into a higher gear. Not only did Reinhardt put his stamp upon jazz, his string band music also had an impact upon the parallel development of Western swing, which eventually fed into the wellspring of what is now called country music. Although he could not read music, Reinhardt composed several winsome, highly original tunes with Grappelli and on his own, like "Daphne," "Nuages," and "Manoir de Mes Reves," as well as mad swingers like "Minor Swing" and the ode to his record label of the 1930s, "Stomping at Decca." As the late Ralph Gleason said about Django's recordings, "They were European and they were French and they were still jazz."

US singer and actor, born 3 May 1903 in Tacoma, Washington, USA. His career lasted from 1926 until his death on 14 October 1977 in Madrid, Spain.He is known for Christmas music, most notably the songs "White Christmas" and "Silent Night", the first and third greatest selling singles of all time. He is the most successful charting music artist in history, with more number-one hits, top tens and chart entries than any other artist. He acted in over 70 films, earning an Academy Award and 3 nominations. He also sang 4 Academy Award winning songs. He has sold close to one billion records, tapes, compact discs and digital downloads around the world.

The Panic Is On: 1923-1943 is a spectacularly expansive, historically monumental, and masterfully synchronized archival double-disc retrospective celebrating the foundational creative genius of the legendary American keyboard vanguard titan, vocalist, and pioneering entertainer Thomas "Fats" Waller, released in 2005 by the premier independent French historical preservation imprint Le Chant Du Monde. Spanning over two and a half hours of breathtakingly vibrant, heavily syncopated acoustic piano, organ, and small-combo interactions across 50 definitive tracking alignments, this high-fidelity document serves as an absolute pinnacle monument in early-20th-century jazz archaeology. Moving completely past generic "greatest hits" configurations, this intelligent collection bypasses standard commercial novelties to lay bare the transcendent, formidable piano genius behind Waller’s humorous showman persona, tracing his development from early 1920s piano rolls to his final iconic studio entries in 1943.

The Bloody Happy Song is a spectacularly smooth, historically monumental, and masterfully synchronized mainstream jazz studio masterpiece by the globally celebrated American tenor saxophonist Harry Allen, released in 2020 by the independent archival preservation imprint GAC Records. Spanning over 45 minutes of profound, deeply lyrical instrumental interaction across 10 timeless selections, this high-fidelity restoration serves as an absolute pinnacle monument in modern traditional jazz archaeology. Critically lauded as one of the definitive torchbearers of the classic swing and cool jazz saxophone lineage—drawing comparison to legends like Stan Getz and Ben Webster—Allen uses this unique leadership ledger to execute a highly refined, intimate sonic blueprint defined by his trademark rich tone, flawless melodic phrasing, and a surprising, innovative integration of midi keyboard soundscapes.

It Don't Mean A Thing If It Ain't Got is a vibrant collaborative session led by legendary trombonist Fred Wesley, bringing together an accomplished cast of jazz veterans under the name The Swing'N Jazz All-Stars. Recorded in the spirit of community and musical generosity, the album blends classic swing traditions with modern jazz finesse and deep funk sensibilities. Wesley’s unmistakable trombone tone anchors a program of originals and standards, while the ensemble delivers polished yet spontaneous performances full of warmth, groove, and technical mastery. Highlights include the infectious opener “Wicked Walk,” the elegant treatment of “Body & Soul,” and a spirited reading of the title track. The musicianship remains consistently high throughout, with memorable contributions from every player. The album also carries a charitable mission, supporting music education initiatives, which adds further meaning to an already rewarding listen. Rich in melody, rhythm, and ensemble chemistry, this is an engaging set for jazz fans and collectors alike.

This collection features The Modernaires at their very best, in the very best fidelity, with a tremendous variety of tracks. It is fair to say that, The Modernaires 'So It Goes' is an absolute first! Most of these tracks are making their debut on CD and with big band numbers like: "Mood Indigo", "Amor", "East Of The Sun", "Goody, Goody", "April In Paris", "The Dipsy Doodle" and more. Major hit songs of the 1950s "Teach Me Tonight", "The Great Pretender", "Only You", "Go On With The Wedding", "Alright, Okay, You Win", "At My Front Door", "It May Sound Silly", "Say You're Mine" and more. Hear the wonderful backup of Les Brown, Tex Beneke, Neal Hefti and their great collaborations with Martha Tilton and Georgie Auld. The incredible peak of this whole collection is their extended recordings of the salutes to the three greatest bands of all time: Benny Goodman, Tommy Dorsey and Glenn Miller.

The compilation "Y'a d'la joie – Le Best Of du Fou Chantant" is a comprehensive retrospective of the work of the legendary French singer-songwriter Charles Trenet. Released by Wagram Music in 2026, this edition covers the key milestones of the artist's career, starting from his breakthrough hits of the late 1930s. The anthology includes timeless masterpieces that have become symbols of France, such as "La Mer" and "Douce France." The release showcases Trenet's unique style — a blend of poetic lightness, optimism, and swing elements, for which he earned the nickname "Le Fou Chantant" (The Singing Madman).

"Music Legends Joséphine Baker : The Music Hall Queen" is an extensive retrospective compilation released by the Wagram Music label as part of their "Music Legends" series. The collection pays tribute to the legendary Joséphine Baker and covers her most iconic and audience-loved recordings, which earned her the title of "The Music Hall Queen." The album features key hits such as her signature song "J'ai deux amours," as well as tracks from her film work, including "Sous le ciel d'Afrique" from the film "Princess Tam Tam" (1935) and "C'est lui" from "Zouzou" (1934). This release highlights the unique blend of jazz, swing, French chanson, and exotic rhythms that made Baker an international star and a cultural icon of the 20th century.

The most beautiful jazz swing songs by Slim Pickins & His Twenty-Niners, Skip Martin & His Prohibitionists, The Storyville Stompers and many more on one compilation!

Effervescent saxophonist Louis Jordan was one of the chief architects and prime progenitors of the R&B idiom. His pioneering use of jumping shuffle rhythms in a small combo context was copied far and wide during the 1940s. Jordan's sensational hit-laden run with Decca Records contained a raft of seminal performances, featuring inevitably infectious backing by his band, the Tympany Five, and Jordan's own searing alto sax and street corner jive-loaded sense of humor. Jordan was one of the first Black entertainers to sell appreciably in the pop sector; his Decca duet mates included Bing Crosby, Louis Armstrong, and Ella Fitzgerald. The son of a musician, Jordan spent time as a youth with the Rabbit Foot Minstrels and majored in music later on at Arkansas Baptist College. After moving with his family to Philadelphia in 1932, Jordan hooked up with pianist Clarence Williams. He joined the orchestra of drummer Chick Webb in 1936 and remained there until 1938. Having polished up his singing abilities with Webb's outfit, Jordan was ready to strike out on his own.

The most beautiful jazz & rnb songs by Eydie Gorme Ella Fitzgerald Louis Armstrong Chubby Checker Stan Kenton Benny Goodman Glenn Miller and many more on one compilation!