#1 for week of May 11th, 1959.
Now here's something totally different than what we've heard before! This is the first instrumental on the list, it's the first tune to sound like a traditional 1950's Rock And Roll song, and it's the first one to prominently feature an electric organ.
Despite not being initially familiar with this song, part of the melody is directly lifted from the traditional song, "Shortnin' Bread", which perhaps makes this song a VERY primitive and early example of sampling? Also, the initial piano run is reminiscent of Bobby Freeman's, "Do You Wanna Dance?".
As for what is not lifted off of other sources, there is very prominent piano, sax, drums, and a GUITAR SOLO, FINALLY!! Although it's more of a subdued solo and is also mixed down pretty quiet in the mix, it is more than refreshing to hear. The organ in the song mostly acts as the primary soloing instrument and appears to drop out all together anytime the guitar comes in.
Due to the very vintage rock nature of the song, it certainly sounds like a product of the times, although it's nowhere near as dated sounding as the previous reviewed song. It's nice to finally hear an upbeat song that screams 50's nostalgia.
Final Verdict - The sampling of other song's melodies does not make this a very original song, but it certainly is a unique and fun entry. Guitar solos and rock instrumentals are very welcome on this list, and this piece will certainly get your toes tapping. Now if you'll excuse me, I feel like heading down to the ol' malt shop and bringing along a bag of quarters to put in the jukebox.
Coming Up Next - "Kansas City" by Wilbert Harrison.
Until Next Time - Dr. Rock -
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