One of the most significant trombonists in New Orleans during 1910-1920, spent time in Los Angeles in the 1920s and then moved to Chicago in time to record with , , and and 's . The 1930s were mostly spent outside of music due to the Depression and the change in the public's musical taste, but made a major comeback in 1944. At first he led a New Orleans band that played one number during each show in ' radio series, and then the group became a popular attraction. headed bands until the early '60s. In 1946, he was signed to to record eight titles. Those numbers plus three alternate takes comprise the bulk of this CD. At the time was utilizing trumpeter (who had played with in the 1920s), a primitive but intriguing player. On the two versions of (particularly the earlier take), sounds very close to , the pre- cornetist from New Orleans. His playing contrasts with that of the more swing-oriented solos of clarinetist . In addition to his percussive trombone, takes a pair of vocals and singer guests on This CD also includes the 1949 's radio broadcast in the Jubilee series. The group, with trumpeter and clarinetist , romps on seven numbers including New Orleans jazz fans not already owning the studio performances will definitely want to pick up this excellent collection. ~ Scott Yanow