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Armchair Apocrypha

CD-Charts > Music > Retro Swing
by: Andrew Bird

Release Date March 20, 2007
Andrew Bird substantiates his musical evolution with the release of the graceful "Armchair Apocrypha". Mystical, almost cabbalistic at times, the album feels foreign but familiar, in a intriguing sort of way . What makes it all ironic is that "Armchairs" showcases some of the most accessible music Bird has released to date. Full of the "indie-rock" spirit, the songs are mostly upbeat and stimulating. The beautifully moody "Simple X" further animates the collaboration with Minneapolis beat miner Martin "Dosh". Tracks like "Plasticities and "Fiery Crash" will endure their course in your head long after the listening session is over. But it's the subtle brilliance of tracks like "Armchairs" and "Yawny At The Apocalypse" that fully materialize ... Read More:

CD-Charts Position 2
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Big Bad Voodoo Daddy

CD-Charts > Music > Retro Swing
by: Big Bad Voodoo Daddy

Release Date October 13, 1998
I can ount on my left hand the number of CDs I have heard which are enjoyable from start to finish. This song is full of fun, catchy numbers. From the more famous ("You and Me and the Bottle Makes Three") to the unusual ("Mambo Swing") this CD keeps the listener entertained and does not fall into the trap of working so hard to find a "sound" that all of the songs sound too similar. The range is provided here, and you should give it a try.

CD-Charts Position 3
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The Dirty Boogie

CD-Charts > Music > Retro Swing
by: Brian Setzer

Release Date June 23, 1998
What a great album. Brian and the Band really get hot on this one. This is like a Rockabilly Big Band combo which really works. Highly recommended to anyone who loves a good time and the best guitar sound around.

CD-Charts Position 4
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Journey to the West

CD-Charts > Music > Retro Swing
by: Monkey

Release Date September 23, 2008
What a great album. Brian and the Band really get hot on this one. This is like a Rockabilly Big Band combo which really works. Highly recommended to anyone who loves a good time and the best guitar sound around.

CD-Charts Position 5
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Wolfgang's Big Night Out

CD-Charts > Music > Retro Swing
by: Brian Setzer Orchestra

Release Date September 25, 2007
Every track on this disc is as much fun to listen to as it obviously was for the BSO to perform. "Sabre Dance" is utterly scorching, and the lyrics for "Honey Man" and "One More Night With You" are fun and witty. It all swings, but the particular standout for me is "For Lisa," Beethoven's "Fur Elise" turned into a sweet tribute to the Quintette du Hot Club de France.

Don't pass it by.

CD-Charts Position 6
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Hot [ENHANCED CD]

CD-Charts > Music > Retro Swing
by: Squirrel Nut Zippers

Release Date June 04, 1996
Yes, it's fun but....if you care about perfect pitch it's painful. It's not like the clips I heard before purchasing.

CD-Charts Position 7
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Zoot Suit Riot

CD-Charts > Music > Retro Swing
by: Cherry Poppin' Daddies

Release Date October 23, 2001
Zoot Suit Riot: The Swingin' Hits of the Cherry Poppin' Daddies
They set the bench mark back in the day when this came out, this is a great CD, and if you love swing, buy it.
Their new stuff that they are doing on their tours this spring [2008] just don't cut it, it aint swing baby, its SKA...YUCK!
Hope this review helps others...

CD-Charts Position 8
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20th Century Masters - The Millennium Collection: The Best of Big Bad Voodoo Daddy

CD-Charts > Music > Retro Swing
by: Big Bad Voodoo Daddy

Release Date September 27, 2005
I had only heard bbvd on a swing compilation and liked what I heard.I purchased the Live album which is great value as you get a bonus DVD. These guy's are fantastic, especially to watch them live, 4 out of 5. Wish there was some new material

CD-Charts Position 9
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Save My Soul

CD-Charts > Music > Retro Swing
by: Big Bad Voodoo Daddy

Release Date July 08, 2003
Now, part of my problem with this one is that I didn't do a good review of the music before I bought the CD. I usually do, but once in awhile I get a crazy hair and buy from a group that I have listened to before, and liked. I did that with this one, and found myself greatly dissapointed. Now, after reading reviews on here, I would still be greatly dissapointed with this CD.

Also, I don't own, nor have I heard the second album. I do have the first, and listen to it quite often. It was fresh, original, and had lots of energy. This CD didn't deliver on any of it.

There was a high content of New Orleans sound in there, which I am not a fan of to begin with, and it just made everything sound bland and tasteless. I listened to it ... Read More:

CD-Charts Position 10
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The Best of the Hot Club of Cowtown

CD-Charts > Music > Retro Swing
by: Hot Club of Cowtown

Release Date August 19, 2008
Now, part of my problem with this one is that I didn't do a good review of the music before I bought the CD. I usually do, but once in awhile I get a crazy hair and buy from a group that I have listened to before, and liked. I did that with this one, and found myself greatly dissapointed. Now, after reading reviews on here, I would still be greatly dissapointed with this CD.

Also, I don't own, nor have I heard the second album. I do have the first, and listen to it quite often. It was fresh, original, and had lots of energy. This CD didn't deliver on any of it.

There was a high content of New Orleans sound in there, which I am not a fan of to begin with, and it just made everything sound bland and tasteless. I listened to it ... Read More: