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"On the Sunny Side of the Street" is a 1930 song composed by Jimmy McHugh with lyrics by Dorothy Fields. Some authors say that Fats Waller was the composer, but he sold the rights to the song. [1] It was introduced in the Broadway musical Lew Leslie's International Revue starring Harry Richman and Gertrude Lawrence.
Written in 1930 by Jimmy McHugh with lyrics by Dorothy Field “On the Sunny Side of the Street” is one of those Broadway tunes that might have disappeared into oblivion had it not been discovered by jazzmen.
The show ran for ninety-five performances, and, although a flop, the Dorothy Fields and Jimmy McHugh score will long be remembered for producing the two hits, “On the Sunny Side of the Street” and “ Exactly Like You,” both of which became jazz standards.
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Recorded 1949-1950 Whilst compilation albums rarely make it onto essential listening guides (at least at Jazzfuel!) this one is important in documenting the early phase of Sonny Stitt’s playing on tenor. Co-lead by pianist Bud Powell and jazz trombone great J. J. Johnson, it is made up of recordings from 1949 & 1950 and features bebop great Max Roa...
Recorded 1956 This 1956 outing for the record label Verve is another highlight in terms of great Sonny Stitt albums. Produced by the legendary Norman Granz, it features an A-list rhythm section of pianist Jimmy Jones, bassist Ray Brown and drummer Jo Jones. Stitt’s blusey bebop stylings are on full display here, with blistering solos and hi-octane ...
Recorded 1957 Recorded in 1957 and released two years later by Verve, Sonny Side Up brings together Sonny Rollins and Sonny Stitt, along with trumpeter Dizzy Gillespie. Whilst it only consists of four tracks, it’s nonetheless noteworthy for a now-famous version of On The Sunny Side of The Street, as well as epic 10+ minute rendition of The Eternal ...
Recorded 1961 In 1960, Stitt joined Miles Davis’s band, alongside Wynton Kelly, Jimmy Cobb, and Paul Chambers. Whilst the made it to Europe for a tour – something documented by live recordings in Paris and Manchester – the engagement was short-lived due to the saxophonists excessive drinking. Whilst it would have been fascinating to see how he deve...
Recorded 1963 Recorded and released in the summer of 1963, Now! Was the first Sonny Stitt album for the legendary Impulserecord label, and is one of his most famous albums. Featuring Hank Jones on piano, Al Lucas on bass and James ‘Osie’ Johnson on drums, the recording again documents Stitt’s rather unique position as both a tenor and alto player, ...
Thanks for reading and hopefully you found some useful listening tips here! As we mentioned, the saxophonist recorded more than 100 albums in his career, so this list – whilst highlighting some of the most famous Sonny Stitt albums – barely scratches the surface. There are many gems that we didn’t have space to include so (as always) it’s worth div...
Oct 2, 2020 · Learn and practice On the Sunny Side of the Street and start improvising over this jazz standard with confidence. This is such a great standard tune, written in 1930 by Jimmy McHugh and Dorothy Fields. At least, that’s what history tells us.
Jun 16, 2024 · When it comes to timeless classics in the world of jazz, one simply cannot overlook “On the Sunny Side of the Street” by the legendary Louis Armstrong. Released in 1930, this delightful tune has continued to captivate listeners throughout the years with its upbeat tempo and joyful lyrics.
May 2, 2024 · What musical genre does “On the Sunny Side Of The Street” belong to? The song is a classic jazz number that has been covered by many jazz musicians over the years. Who are some notable artists who have covered “On the Sunny Side Of The Street”?
