Lionel Hampton - Hamp's Boogie (W.Germany Pressing) – Vinyl LP Record (VG+)

Record -VG+ 

Cover - G+

Genre: Jazz / Swing / Big Band

Lionel Hampton Hamp's Boogie

A lively European compilation highlighting the electrifying vibraphone work of Lionel Hampton, one of swing's most dynamic bandleaders and instrumentalists. Hamp's Boogie captures Hampton in full flight, blending boogie-woogie energy, early bebop touches, and classic swing standards. The inclusion of staples like "Flying Home" and "Stardust" makes this a strong crossover piece for both dedicated jazz collectors and more casual swing listeners.

This pressing (Made in W. Germany, Jazz Life series) compiles prime 19481951 concert recordings, offering punchy, performance-driven versions that showcase Hampton's driving rhythm section and virtuosic mallet technique. A solid addition for collectors of classic big band and early bebop crossover material.

Vinyl condition assumed VG+.

Track Listing

Side A

1. Hamp's Boogie Woogie (Buckner/Hampton) 3:44

2. Dues In Blues (Hampton) 3:32

3. Hampology (Hampton) 2:30

4. Bopology (Hampton) 3:03

5. Jay Bird (Hampton) 3:45

6. Brant Inn Boogie (Hampton) 3:32

7. Be-Bop (Gillespie) 2:08

Side B

1. Stardust (Parrish/Carmichael) 4:12

2. How High The Moon (Hamilton/Lewis) 4:41

3. Mostly Molen (Hampton) 4:30

4. Flying Home (Goodman/Hampton/Robin) 7:16