Review of Stormy Weather (1943) by Orion W — 05 May 2008
Basically an excuse to show off some of the big jazz names of the time, but who even needs much of an excuse to do that? Watching this was the first time I'd even seen Lena Horne, Cab Calloway and Fats Waller doing their thing, rather than just hearing it.
On the down side, most of Lena's numbers are a tad samey, and the title number is overblown and showy compared to the lovely subdued recording I first heard. However, I did enjoy the first rendition of 'There's No Two Ways About Love', and Fats' performance of 'Ain't Misbehavin'' positively overflows with charisma.
Essential for any fans of jazz from this period.
This review of Stormy Weather (1943) was written by Orion W on 05 May 2008.
Stormy Weather has generally received positive reviews.
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