EARLY ROOTS OF JAZZ: “EVERYBODY’S CHARLESTON CRAZY” – Human Music Intelligence

EARLY ROOTS OF JAZZ: “EVERYBODY’S CHARLESTON CRAZY”

The Georgia Melodians recorded this song based on the world-wide dance craze, “The Charleston.”  The Edison Diamond Disc used back then was designed for the latest technology, their newly manufactured 78 rpm player. The Melodians from Savannah, Georgia (mostly known for their studio work) really got the “instrument blending” correct in this fun recording. You can hear the musicians playing off each other.




I found this performance at PublicDomain4u.com before it was mastered for streaming.  It was recorded in 1924. You can hear the fun and joy in the musical performances.