Coin Machine Review (& Pacific ...)

Issue: 1938 March

PARADISE ISLAND TRIO (N) 1667
WHEN IT'S SPR;NGTIME IN THE
ROCKIES
ON MIAMI SHORE
Instrumental numbers of the highest calibre
combining the use of steel guitar , pipe organ
and vibraphone. Working together the three
give the impression of a full combination .
The tunes are established favorites . The ar-
rangements need z:pake no apologies . Recom-
mended.
SHELTON BROS. (N ) 5484
I TOLD THEM ALL ABOUT YOU
SEVEN YEARS WITH THE WRONG
WOMAN
Here is a positive hit . . . seek no further .
The first of this pair was a tremendous hit
a few years back . The Shelton duo do jus-
tice to it. It ' s a saleable item and a dandy
for most hillbilly and old lime spots .
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MIKE RILEY (0) 1655
ooOOOH BOOM! (FT)
YOU'RE GIVING ME THE RUN
AROUND (FT)
Here is the composer himself directing his
own aggregation on the novelty number that
is supposed to put all past hit~ in the ashcan.
It really is clever . . . and good too. Coup-
ling is fair.
GENE AUSTIN (V) 1656
DEAR OLD SOUTHLAND
CHINA BOY
About average material from this great pop-
ular tenor. His numbers strike a responsive
chord in most individuals and lhis disc offers
no exception. Nicely done, with Candy and
Coco accompanying on the bass and guitar.
PIETRO (Accordion) 1668
FUNICULI, FUNICULA- VIVA LA GIGA
OVER THE W AVES (Waltz)
Two excellent accordion solos that should
prove a wise investment for the operator .
Many spots will go for material of this nature
occasionally.
BOB CROSBY (0) 1657
ALWAYS AND ALWAYS (FT)
MORE THA N EVER (FT)
SAN FRANCISCO
IN THE SHADE OF THE NEW APPLE
TREE (FT)
IT'S EASIER SAID THAN DONE (FT)
A quartet of dandies . Wisely coupled these
tunes offer a wealth of entertainment. Vocals
are tops.
ANDY KIRK: (0 ) 1663
POOR BUTTERFLY
LOVER, COME BACK TO ME (FT)
Operator numbers if there ever were any.
These popular hits of a few years back are
beautifully recorded by Kirk and his Clouds
of joy. A record that should be in every
phono . stack every once in a while .
SMITH BALLEW (0 ) 1666
ON THE SUNNY SIDE OF THE ROCKIES
ALONG A TEXAS TRAIL
From the film " Roll Along Cowboy" comes
this honeylamb hillbilly classic . Vocals pre-
dominate but still the record can be used for
dance spots. Very good.
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CHICK BULLOCK ( 0 ) 80304
THANKS FOR THE MEMORY (FT)
SMOKE FROM A CHIMNEY (FT)
Vocals predominate on both sides . Musical
background is broad enough to make this an
acceptable dance disc. Good .
GENE KARDOS (0) 80305
LOVE IS HERE TO STAY (FT)
LOVE W ALKED IN (FT)
The love angle comes in for double treat-
ment on this record. Tunes are by the Gersh-
wins and currently are being featured in
" Goldwyn Follies ." Good dance material.
SONS OF THE PIONEERS (HB) 80358
LET'S PRETEND
MY SADDLE PALS AND I
A pair of hillbilly naturals . The old time
singing of the Sons of the Pioneers is always
tops and these two are no exception to the
rule . A top disc for hillbilly spots. Vocals
are clear and distinct and the close harmony
is something to shout about.
the Hit Parade !
ALLAN JONES (V) 4381
THE ONE I LOVE
COS I COSA
Two sparkling vocal numbers by the tenor
Allan jones with Nathaniel Shilkret' s orches-
tra . This one will cost a little more than the
regular records for it's a red seal but it is
easily worth the difference . Numbers are
from the MGM film " Everybody Sing ." Really
fine .
LARRY CLINTON ( 0 ) 25775
I FALL IN LOVE WITH YOU EVERY
DAY (FT)
HOW 'DjA LIKE TO LOVE ME? (FT)
From Paramount ' s " College Swing " comes
this duo of dandies . Beatrice Wain does a
swellegant job of the vocals . A hit.
GUY LOMBARDO (0 ) 25778
THE OLD APPLE TREE (FT)
IN THE NEIGHBORHOOD OF
HEAVEN (FT)
It ' s not very often the Lombardos strut forth
on a novelty tune with a flock of novelty ly-
rics but if this one is a fair sample of their
abili ty let's have more . First side is a daisy.
Second side reverts to the sweet, sophisticated
s ort of tripe that completely distinguishes the
Lombardo band from the rest. Good .
" FATS" WALLER (0) 25779
BLUE, TURNING GREY OVER YOU (FT)
HONEYSUCKLE ROSE (FT)
The " Fats " jams two of his favorites . Strict-
ly relaxed jazz. As such, fair. No vocals .
Take it or leave it.
BUNNY BERIGAN (0) 25781
OUTSIDE OF PARADISE (FT)
A SERENADE TO THE STARS (FT)
A duo of ditties from pictures . The band
swings h- out of both tunes. Both are excel-
lent numbers, beautifully interpreted at a
modern swing tempo by Bunny 's band . For
nickel gathering . . . fair.
GUY LOMBARDO (0) 25786
T1-PI-TIN (Waltz)
LET'S SAIL TO DREAMLAND (FT)
Here is a ditty that has a genuine appeal
and is sure to build in popularity. We 've
called a few (mind you) wrong in the past
but this one looks right for a heavy run. The
Lombardos do a great job of recording it.
The cou pling brings to life a sleepy foxtrot.
This disc is worth plenty of attention for the
" A" side alone. It's great!
TOMMY DORSEY (0) 25774. 25780
ANNIE LAURIE (FT)
MORE THAN EVER (FT)
OH PROMISE ME (FT)
SHINE ON HARVEST MOON (FT)
First pair of foxtrots is in conventional fox-
trot time but the second duo lets go in swing
style . An exceptionally fine quartet of num-
bers. A wide variety to please every class of
patronage .
LEWIS " RED " EVANS (N) 25788
THANKS FOR THE MEMORY
(Parts 1 & 2)
Here is something absolutely different. Ev-
ans brings something new to swing---an oca-
rina played in the best hot style. The chap
has created quite a sensation on the airways
lately. On this pair the lad is backed by a
standard 4-piece rhythm section and a trum-
pet. The singing puts it over . The new, and
meaty lyrics are great. It will take two discs
to get the full value. Recommended.
LEO REISMAN (0) 25790
THE MOON OF MANAKOORA (Waltz)
LOVE WALKED IN (FT)
The suave style of Reisman 's combo. is
paramount on the recordings of these two
numbers. Beautiful examples of modern fox-
trot music. Vocals are worthy of comment
and an orchid to Felix Knight.
VOCALION
BOB SYLVESTER ( 0 ) 3946
I SEE YOUR FACE BEFORE ME (FT)
DOWN WHERE THE TRADE WINDS
BLOW (FT)
Two picture tunes done in true showman-
ship style. The vocals are particularly well
handled. All in all it's a danceable disc and
should coax the silver.
BILLIE HOLIDAY ( 0 ) 3947
ON THE SENTIMENTAL SIDE (FT)
NOW THEY CALL IT SWING (FT)
Slow, moanin' hot . . . and terrific! When
Billie lets loose, let the Saints help us. This
is a great record for dance spots. Billie does
vocals throughout. It's really swell.
HOOSIER HOT SHOTS (N) 3949
I AIN'T GOT NOBODY
VIRGINIA BLUES
A hot dance natural. Everybody knows and
loves "I Ain't Got Nobody." After they hear
the Hot Shots' arrangement and rendition
they'll buy the privilege of hearing it over
and over again. It's coppasetic. Coupling is
weak.
DOLLY DAWN (0) 3956
OOOOO-OH BOOM] (FT)
YOU WENT TO MY HEAD (FT)
Mike Riley, he of "Music Goes Down and
Around" fame, figured the nation needed a
successor to "Bei Mir Bist Du Schon" and
here it is. It's an infectious ditty that will
probably register big. Catchy, clever, and
good enough to last a while. Dolly does a
fair job of selling the number. Pairing is
average.
BERT BLOCK (0) 3959
WHISTLE WHILE YOU WORK (FT)
A LITTLE WHITE LIGHTHOUSE (FT)
Here is a combination that should pay its
way. .First is from "Snow White and the
Seven Dwarfs" and is the most popular tune
from the picture . Block and his Bell Music
does a neat job of waxing it. Second is a
straight foxtrot favorite exceptionally well
done.
DOLLY DAWN ( 0) 3968
ON THE SENTIMENTAL SIDE (FT)
MY HEART IS TAKING LESSONS (FT)
Played in modern dance style this pair of
rollicking foxtrots will pass if inspection is not
too severe. Dolly sings and does a fair job.
Orchestra does a nice job with ordinary ar-
rangements. Good .
BERT BLOCK ( 0 ) 3969
THIS IS MY NIGHT TO DREAM (FT)
I CAN DREAM, CAN'T I? (FT)
A great pair of numbers, beautifully re-
corded. Arrangements tops, vocals nicely
handled. Easy to dance and listen to. Grand.
CAB CALLOWAY ( 0 ) 3970
DOING THE REACTIONARY (FT)
ONE BIG UNION FOR TWO (FT)
From "Pins and Needles" comes this duo of
hi-de-ho material. Cab does the vocals in
usual style, and the ork. does its best. A
swell disc for hot stuff fans.
BOB SYLVESTER ( 0 ) 3971
DO YOU KNOW YOUR ABC? (FT)
SUNDAY IN THE PARK (FT)
The teacher and the pupils give out vocally
on the lyrics of the first number. A nobby
novelty recording . Second is more conven-
tional but equally worthwhile. A five star
dance disc.
THE KIDOODLERS (N) 3974
BYE , BYE, BLACKBIRD
I HOPE, I HOPE, I HOPE
Not to be scoffed at is this novelty recording
of the Kidoodlers. Years ago the first tune
was a ra ge. Rearranged and re-recorded the
number will still get plenty of plays. The rat-
tle bone work is exceptionally good. Coup-
ling is only fair.
TEXAS JIM LEWIS (HB) 3977
12TH STREET RAG
'WAY DOWN UPON THE SWANEE
RIVER
Instrumental dance numbers with singing by
Texa s Jim Lewis and his Lone Star Cowboys.
Loud and suitable for th ose what likes 'em
thataway. A lot of music is packed on the
two sides of this disc.
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Richard Groetchen of the Groetchen
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With his auditor, Carl Anderson,
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