Flattop Tom & His Jump Cats - Don't Cheat The Feet

Album: Don't Cheat The Feet
Size: 158,2 MB
Time: 68:23
File: MP3 @ 320K/s
Released: 2008
Styles: Jump Blues/Swing
Art: Full

1. Corrine, Corrina (3:02)
2. Doin' The Do (4:51)
3. Bump Bounce Boogie (3:17)
4. Blue Ice (4:26)
5. Hey Babba Rebop (3:36)
6. I Want To Love You (All Night Long) (2:45)
7. Boogie 'Til The Break Of Day (3:15)
8. Don't Cheat The Feet (3:10)
9. Two Timin' Baby (4:13)
10. High Flyin' Baby (3:50)
11. Pack It Up And Go (3:03)
12. Kidney Stew (4:10)
13. Bel Rey Call (2:52)
14. I'm Your Plumber, Baby (4:00)
15. Rocka Ronnie, Rock, Rock, Rock (2:36)
16. 5,500 Or 5,000 (3:32)
17. Topsy (3:27)
18. Should Have Been Me (4:41)
19. One Sweet Letter (3:30)

This CD marks the 4th release for Flattop Tom & His Jump Cats. This 8-piece band was formed in 1992 and has been a major force on the blues and retro swing scene. They have played across the US, Canada and Europe at major blues festivals, swing dance clubs and night clubs, including the House of Blues, BB King's and The Derby.

On the blues scene, the band has played bills with top artists William Clarke, Rod Piazza, Paul DeLay, James Harman, Charlie Musselwhite, Billy Boy Arnold, John Hammond, Magic and others. Tom has participated in many harmonica battle shows and has been sponsored by Hohner Harmonica since 1994. On the retro swing and roots rock scene, the band has played top bills with bands like Royal Crown Revue, Big Bad Voodoo Daddy, The Blasters, James Intveld, Big Sandy, Russell Scott, Joe Houston, Big Jay McNeeley, Dick Dale, Jan And Dean and others.

Aside from the blues, Tom enjoys playing for dancers, and as an avid dancer, he has won several jitterbug contests. Tom also danced in the movies "Swingers" and "Shout" starring John Travolta.

(For personnel details, see artwork included.)

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Flattop Tom & His Jump Cats - Jumpin' Blues For Your Dancin' Shoes

Album: Jumpin' Blues For Your Dancin' Shoes
Size: 81,4 MB
Time: 35:01
File: MP3 @ 320K/s
Released: 1993
Styles: Jump Blues/Swing
Art: Front, inside, tray, cd

1. Choo-Choo-Cha Boogie (2:54)
2. Calidonia (4:44)
3. Love Me (4:13)
4. Jump Jive & Wail (3:30)
5. Single Bed (4:01)
6. Flattop (3:06)
7. Let The Four Winds Blow (2:28)
8. Crazy 'Bout You Baby (3:39)
9. Fairlane Ford (2:55)
10. Jump Cat Mambo (3:27)

Flattop Tom & His Jump Cats, is a versatile, energetic group of talented musicians dedicated to keeping Blues and Swing alive. This eight-piece band plays Blues, West Coast Jump Blues, Big Band Swing, Jump Jive, Boogie Woogie, Rockabilly, and 40s & 50s Rhythm & Blues. The band has been in existence since 1992. Flattop Tom is also a professional swing dancer and prides himself in keeping tempos right for dancers, but they're fun to watch and listen to, as well. Tom is known as one of the best harmonica players on the West Coast and has been sponsored by Hohner Harmonica since 1994. He has played in many harmonica battle shows and is a disciple of the late, great William Clarke.

This CD, Jumpin Blues for Your Dancin Shoes, is the bands'first CD and showcases one of the west coast's best swing and jump blues bands. It's an upbeat collection of 10 tunes, six of which are originals - and every one of them will make you want to tap your toes, snap your fingers, bob in rhythm, or just get up and dance! Flattop Tom & His Jump Cats have appeared at many top blues and swing venues in California such as House of Blues, BB King's, The Derby, Pasadena Ballroom Dance Association and Jonathan & Sylvia's in Santa Barbara. In addition, this band is enjoyed by audiences across the U.S. and in Europe. /Amazon

(For personnel details, see artwork included.)

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Flattop Tom & His Jump Cats - Rockin' & Jumpin' The Blues

Album: Rockin' & Jumpin' The Blues
Size: 158,6 MB
Time: 68:22
File: MP3 @ 320K/s
Released: 1996
Styles: Jump Blues/Swing/R&B
Art: Full

1. Roll Baby Roll (2:45)
2. Big Time Baby (3:28)
3. Come On Daddy (4:26)
4. Seventeen (2:19)
5. Atomic Man (3:04)
6. Cats Meow (3:02)
7. Wide Fat Mama (4:05)
8. Bloodshot Eyes (3:38)
9. Savoy Swing (3:31)
10. Hey Sexy Baby (3:38)
11. House Of Blue Lights (3:37)
12. Flattop Stomp (3:19)
13. Hot Biscuits & Gravy (2:39)
14. Black Diamond (3:15)
15. Danced Last Night (2:23)
16. Axle Grease (2:56)
17. Don't Know Where She Went (2:27)
18. Girl from 'O' (3:51)
19. Jump This Joint (2:45)
20. Crazy Woman (3:48)
21. Joe Meets Pee Wee (3:17)

Flattop Tom & His Jump Cats is a versatile and dynamic band that plays classic Big Band Swing, Blues, Jump Blues, 40s and 50s Classics, Boogie Woogie, Western Swing, Rockabilly, Oldies, Surf tunes and originals. The band has been in existence since 1992 and has released four critically acclaimed CDs. Flattop Tom & His Jump Cats are a group of talented and energetic musicians dedicated to keeping traditional roots music alive.

Lead singer, Flattop Tom, is also a professional swing dancer. He prides himself with keeping tempos right for dancers. Where DVD players are available, Flattop’s extensive collection of vintage swing dance videos provides additional visual stimuli, excitement, and dance inspiration for its audiences. The band’s first album release, “Jumping Blues For Your Dancing Shoes,” received critical acclaim and airplay on local radio stations. Their second release, “Rockin’ and Jumpin’ The Blues,” propelled the band to national airplay and worldwide travel. Their third release, “Swing Dance Party,” had national and European distribution and airplay, and received praise from critics.

“Don’t Cheat The Feet,” their fourth and most current release has had national and European distribution, received international airplay and was rated #19 on the Living Blues Radio Charts. In addition to headlining their own shows, Flattop Tom & His Jump Cats have performed with other top music artists including The Beach Boys, Crosby, Stills & Nash, Big Bad VooDoo Daddy, Royal Crown Revue, William Clarke, Charlie Musselwhite, Rod Piazza, Big Sandy, Big Jay McNeely, Jan & Dean and others. In addition, the band has appeared at many popular swing and blues venues in California and across the nation.

(For personnel details, see artwork included.)

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Flattop Tom & His Jump Cats - Swing Dance Party

Album: Swing Dance Party
Size: 141,4 MB
Time: 60:53
File: MP3 @ 320K/s
Released: 1998
Styles: Jump Blues/Swing/R&B
Art: Full

1. Please Don't Leave Me (3:30)
2. Barefoot Suzie (2:12)
3. Crissy Lee (4:34)
4. Lester Leeps In (3:03)
5. Why Don't You Do Right (3:22)
6. Flattop (3:29)
7. Left Coast Carl's BBQ (3:05)
8. Rocket 88 (2:59)
9. Blackjack Baby (3:19)
10. Wholly Cats (3:01)
11. Florida Blues (5:14)
12. Don't Let Go (3:42)
13. Your Wrong, I'm Right (4:14)
14. 1992 (T-Bone Tribute) (4:08)
15. Jump Cat Mambo (4:04)
16. Night Life Blues (3:38)
17. Big Bills Blues (3:11)

Flattop Tom & His Jump Cats is a versatile and dynamic band that plays classic Big Band Swing, Blues, Jump Blues, 40s and 50s Classics, Boogie Woogie, Western Swing, Rockabilly, Oldies, Surf tunes and originals. The band has been in existence since 1992 and has released four critically acclaimed CDs. Flattop Tom & His Jump Cats are a group of talented and energetic musicians dedicated to keeping traditional roots music alive.

Lead singer, Flattop Tom, is also a professional swing dancer. He prides himself with keeping tempos right for dancers. Where DVD players are available, Flattop’s extensive collection of vintage swing dance videos provides additional visual stimuli, excitement, and dance inspiration for its audiences. The band’s first album release, “Jumping Blues For Your Dancing Shoes,” received critical acclaim and airplay on local radio stations. Their second release, “Rockin’ and Jumpin’ The Blues,” propelled the band to national airplay and worldwide travel. Their third release, “Swing Dance Party,” had national and European distribution and airplay, and received praise from critics.

“Don’t Cheat The Feet,” their fourth and most current release has had national and European distribution, received international airplay and was rated #19 on the Living Blues Radio Charts. In addition to headlining their own shows, Flattop Tom & His Jump Cats have performed with other top music artists including The Beach Boys, Crosby, Stills & Nash, Big Bad VooDoo Daddy, Royal Crown Revue, William Clarke, Charlie Musselwhite, Rod Piazza, Big Sandy, Big Jay McNeely, Jan & Dean and others. In addition, the band has appeared at many popular swing and blues venues in California and across the nation.

(For personnel details, see artwork included.)

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