Just One Of Those Things - Francey Lane - Freddy Martin Orch - 1951
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Channel: maynardcat · 2010 · Music
Just one of those things sung by francey lane with the Freddy Martin Orchestra from 1951 Orchestra leader Freddie Martin was not a jazz musician and never tried to be. Martin was, however, probably the most respected tenor saxophonist of the dance band era. The warmth and richness of his tone impressed even the most ardent of jazz performers and earned him the admiration of many. Martin's genius on his instrument also helped make his sweet orchestra one of the most musical of its time and propelled him on a bandleading career that spanned four decades. Martin's biggest hit was the classical-based ''Tonight We Love,'' taken from Tchaikovsky's Piano Concerto. It proved a huge commercial success when it was released in 1941 and prompted Martin to perform other classical-derived works. Soon he was one of the top bandleaders in the country. His group was featured on several radio programs during the 1940s and 1950s, and he starred in his own television program in 1951. His orchestra remained popular with the dance crowd long after other big bands had faded away and released many recordings for RCA Victor. In 1969 it became the house band at the Los Angeles Cocoanut Grove. Martin continued active in the band business up until the 1970s. Freddie Martin passed away in 1983.
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