Item Specifics
- Condition: Very Good Plus (VG+) - Minimal signs of wear on the discs and case.
- Artist: Various Artists (Benny Goodman, Lena Horne, Count Basie, Duke Ellington, Louis Armstrong, etc.)
- Format: 2xCD, Compilation, Stereo, Mono
- Release Title: Motion Picture Soundtrack Anthology: Hollywood Swing & Jazz
- Genre: Jazz, Stage & Screen, Pop (Swing, Soundtrack, Big Band, Vocal)
- Record Label: Rhino Entertainment Co., Time Warner Company
- Release Year: 2000 (Copyright year © ℗ 2000 visible on disc face)
- Catalog Number: R2 79805 (Visible on disc faces and spine)
- Country/Region of Manufacture: Made in USA (Visible on disc faces)
- Number of Discs: 2 (in a standard "fat" double jewel case)
- Language of the Movie: English (Instrumental tracks and English vocals)
- Edition: Standard 2-CD compilation release edition.
Full Details Description
This is the comprehensive 2-disc CD compilation set titled Motion Picture Soundtrack Anthology: Hollywood Swing & Jazz: Hot Numbers From Classic M-G-M, Warner Bros., And RKO Films. The set was released in 2000 by Rhino Entertainment Co. (a Time Warner Company) with catalog number R2 79805. The items are in overall Very Good Plus (VG+) condition, meaning the two discs have minimal light surface marks but play perfectly, and the standard "fat" double jewel case and paper inserts are well-preserved.
The album features over 20 tracks spanning the golden age of Hollywood jazz and swing.
Key Featured Artists:
- Benny Goodman
- Lena Horne
- Count Basie
- Artie Shaw
- Mel Tormé
- Duke Ellington
- Gerry Mulligan
- Dorothy Dandridge
- Louis Armstrong
What is About
This album captures the quintessential sound of the "Golden Age" of Hollywood film musicals and features the biggest names in jazz and swing music performing on the soundtracks of classic M-G-M, Warner Bros., and RKO films. The compilation provides an authentic audio journey through standards and popular songs that defined the era.
Why You'll Love It
- Legendary Artists: Features iconic performances by some of the greatest names in jazz history (Louis Armstrong, Duke Ellington, Count Basie).
- Classic Hollywood: Music sourced directly from iconic film soundtracks.
- Collector's Item: An authentic 2000 Rhino/Time Warner pressing of a specialized, quality compilation.
- Great Condition: The VG+ rating ensures a quality listening experience and well-preserved collector's item.