Count Basie Orchestra

#DidYouKnow Basie dropped out of high school to play full-time in Asbury Park — it was a decision he later regretted. By the time he returned to Asbury Park to play a packed State Ballroom on Springwood Ave in Asbury Park in 1938, he was a star.

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"Start fast, try to last" Count Basie and His Orchestra lighting up the 'Airmail Special' in a 1941 Soundie— the OG music video! #CountBasie #SwingEra #AirmailSpecial #Soundies

Producer John Hammond first heard Count Basie on the radio in 1936/ In October, Hammond proclaimed their recording session together as "the only perfect, completely perfect recording session I've ever had anything to do with".

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You never forget your first band 🎶 Joining Walter Page's Blue Devils, one of the first big bands of it's kind, Basie learned the distinctive "jump rhythm" that became one of his trademarks.

#DidYouKnow Count Basie didn’t just soundtrack the silver screen—he showed up on it too. In Blazing Saddles (1974), Basie made a surprise cameo with his full band, performing “April in Paris” right in the middle of the Wild West. #BasieInHollywood #BlazingSaddles #Throwback

#TB to 1959 when Count Basie and his orchestra lit up the night at the legendary "Breakfast Dance and Barbecue" held at the Americana Hotel in Miami, the band swung from 2AM to 7AM for a crowd of 2,000+ jazz lovers. Catch the magic on the live album Breakfast Dance and Barbecue🎶

On this Juneteenth, we honor the journey toward freedom — and the voices that carried us through. From Kansas City swing to Harlem nights, his music gave joy, dignity, and rhythm to an entire generation. On this day, we remember the power of music in the fight for freedom.

Count Basie & His Orchestra performing ‘One O’Clock Jump’ on The Ed Sullivan Show. A powerhouse group, a timeless tune (written by Basie himself!), and a stage that brought jazz into living rooms across America. 🎷 #CountBasie #EdSullivanShow #OneOClockJump #Legacy

The Legendary Count Basie Orchestra and The Count Basie Estate join, honoring Quincy Jones's life. Quincy was a dear friend and collaborator of Mr. Basie, and his contributions to music and culture are immeasurable. Rest In Peace Quincy! 🕊️

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#TBT Count Basie and his orchestra swingin' "In a Mellow Tone." 🎶 Tap the link to listen to the full song. 🎹 bit.ly/4e0jwX0 #basie120

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