Dive into the timeless charm of Bing Crosby with his enchanting album "Rhythm King," released on June 7, 2003, under the Naxos label. This captivating collection spans a little over an hour and is a delightful blend of classic Christmas tunes and other beloved songs, showcasing Crosby's smooth, velvety voice that has captivated audiences for generations. The album features a mix of well-known tracks like "Miss Annabelle Lee" and "That's My Weakness Now," alongside lesser-known gems such as "Magnolia (Mix the Lot - What Have You Got?)" and "Innocents of Paris: Louise." Whether you're a long-time fan of Bing Crosby or new to his music, this album offers a nostalgic journey through the golden age of music, filled with warmth, joy, and timeless melodies that continue to resonate with listeners today.
2003 Naxos2003 Naxos
Tracks
I've Got the Girl!Walter Donaldson, Bing Crosby, Al Rinker, Los Angeles Biltmore Hotel Orchestra, Don Clark
Pretty LipsWalter Donaldson, Charley Straight, Bing Crosby, Al Rinker, Paul Whiteman & His Orchestra, Paul Whiteman
Side by SideHarry M. Woods, Rhythm Boys, Paul Whiteman & His Orchestra, Paul Whiteman
Magnolia (Mix the Lot - What Have You Got?)Buddy DeSylva, Lew Brown, Ray Henderson, Rhythm Boys, Paul Whiteman & His Orchestra, Paul Whiteman
Mississippi Mud - I Left My Sugar Standing in the RainJames Cavanaugh, Sammy Fain, Irving Kahal, Harry Barris, Rhythm Boys
Sweet Lil - Ain't She SweetHarry Barris, Jack Yellen, Milton Ager, Rhythm Boys
5-Step: Five-StepRay Henderson, Lew Brown, Buddy DeSylva, Rhythm Boys, Paul Whiteman & His Orchestra, Paul Whiteman
It Won't Be Long NowLew Brown, Buddy DeSylva, Ray Henderson, Rhythm Boys, Paul Whiteman & His Orchestra, Paul Whiteman
Miss Annabelle LeeHarry Richman, Sidney Clare, Harry Barris, Rhythm Boys
SunshineIrving Berlin, Bing Crosby, Jack Fulton, Charles Gaylord, Al Rinker, Austin Young, Paul Whiteman & His Orchestra, Paul Whiteman
What Price Lyrics?Harry Barris, Matty Malneck, Bing Crosby, Rhythm Boys
That's My Weakness NowSam H. Stept, Bud Green, Rhythm Boys, Paul Whiteman & His Orchestra, Paul Whiteman
Wa-da-da (Everybody's Doing It Now)Harry Barris, Bing Crosby, Rhythm Boys
Out-O' Town GalWalter Donaldson, Rhythm Boys, Paul Whiteman & His Orchestra
That's GrandmaHarry Barris, James Cavanaugh, Bing Crosby, Rhythm Boys
Rhythm KingJoe Hoover, Jo Trent, Studio pianist, Rhythm Boys
Innocents of Paris: LouiseLeo Robin, Richard A. Whiting, Studio pianist, Rhythm Boys
I Like to Do Things for YouMilton Ager, Jack Yellen, Rhythm Boys, Paul Whiteman & His Orchestra, Paul Whiteman
A Bench in the ParkJack Yellen, Milton Ager, Harry Barris, Rhythm Boys
Them There EyesMaceo Pinkard, Doris Tauber, Rhythm Boys, Gus Arnheim Coconut Grove Orchestra
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