This 1998 Delmark collection captures Albert Ammons in a 1949 recording session, a raw, energetic performance of his signature boogie-woogie style. It features the blistering title track, a key example of his virtuosic piano work.
- The album was recorded on January 23, 1949, at Chicago's Universal Recording Studio.
- The session produced several classic Ammons tracks, including "Boogie Woogie Stomp" and "Gary's Blues."
- This release showcases Ammons' ability to blend blues traditions with the rhythmic drive of swing.
Albert Ammons was a stride, boogie-woogie pianist from Chicago, known for his powerful, percussive playing style. By 1998, Ammons had been deceased for over 30 years, but his influence on blues and jazz piano remained profound.
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