Recorded in late 1953, "One Night Stand" captures Harry James and his orchestra in a period of stylistic transition, moving beyond big band swing. The album showcases James's ensemble navigating a more modern jazz sound for the era.
- The album was released in December 1953 on the SINETONE AMR label. It was recorded during a period when James's orchestra was exploring new sonic territory. This release followed his work with Columbia Records, marking a shift in his discography.
- The personnel on this recording included musicians who had been with James for some time, alongside newer members contributing to the evolving sound. James himself was still a featured soloist, his trumpet work prominent throughout the album.
- "One Night Stand" was part of a broader trend in the early 1950s where established big band leaders adapted their sound to appeal to a changing jazz audience. The album's jazz fusion elements were forward-looking for its time.
Harry James was a trumpeter and bandleader whose career spanned decades, from the swing era into the 1980s. By 1953, James had transitioned from big band swing to explore more contemporary sounds, including elements of jazz fusion.
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