The A-side of this 1956 single is a prime example of Doggett's signature "honky tonk" organ sound, which he would later perfect on his instrumental hit "Honky Tonk." The B-side, "Wabash Cannonball," is a swinging jazz number featuring his piano stylings.
- The single was released on May 15, 1956, by TP4 Music.
- The A-side, "Everybody Dance the Honky Tonk," showcases Doggett's innovative use of the Hammond organ to create a percussive, bluesy sound.
- This release predates Doggett's biggest instrumental hit, "Honky Tonk," which charted in 1956 and became a signature tune for King Records.
Bill Doggett was an American jazz and rhythm and blues pianist and organist. "Everybody Dance the Honky Tonk" was released during the height of his early career.
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