The Mills Blue Rhythm Band
This fine big band was originally formed by drummer Willie Lynch as the Blue Rhythm Band in 1930 and as the Coconut Grove Orchestra, provided backup to Louis Armstrong on some records. In 1931, Irving Mills became their manager and the group was renamed the Mills Blue Rhythm Band. Lynch's departure later that year resulted in Baron Lee fronting the band until Lucky Millinder took over in 1934. The big band recorded frequently during 1931-1937 (all of the recordings have been reissued on five Classics CDs) and, although the orchestra never really caught on or developed its own personality, its recordings did document many fine performances. Among the sidemen were pianist Edgar Hayes, altoist Charlie Holmes, Joe Garland on tenor, drummer O'Neil Spencer, and by 1934, trumpeter Red Allen, trombonist J.C. Higginbotham, and clarinetist Benny Bailey. Later editions included altoist Tab Smith, pianist Billy Kyle, and trumpeters Charlie Shavers and Harry "Sweets" Edison. When the group broke up in 1938, Lucky Millinder formed his own big band.
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Light Branched
Jazz - Released by classics & more on 12 Apr 2017
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Lets Have A Drink
Jazz - Released by classics & more on 10 Apr 2017
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Delightful Trip
The Mills Blue Rhythm Band, Chuck Richards
Jazz - Released by fsp analog on 12 Mar 2017
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The Mills Blue Rhythm Band Selected Favorites, Vol. 2
Jazz - Released by Charly Records on 21 Mar 2011
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The Mills Blue Rhythm Band Selected Hits Vol. 2
Jazz - Released by Charly Records on 21 Mar 2011
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The Mills Blue Rhythm Band Selected Favorites Volume 2
Pop - Released by Charly Records on 20 Jun 2006
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The Mills Blue Rhythm Band Selected Hits Vol. 2
Pop - Released by Charly Records on 21 Mar 2011
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Little Plain Gold Ring
The Mills Blue Rhythm Band, Chuck Richards
Jazz - Released by plain gold ring on 16 Apr 2023
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Slow Motion
The Mills Blue Rhythm Band, Chuck Richards
Jazz - Released by Slow Motion?! on 22 Nov 2020
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Don't Forget Your Mother
Jazz - Released by Your Mother on 20 Apr 2023
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The Passing Hour
Jazz - Released by The Passing Hour on 14 Nov 2022
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Just at the Turn of the Tide
Jazz - Released by turn of the tide on 7 Apr 2023
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