Can't Help Swinging


Can't Help Swinging is an album by saxophonist Jimmy Hamilton which was recorded in 1961 and released on the Swingville label.

Reception

Scott Yanow of Allmusic states: "The Can't Help Swingin album showcases Hamilton with pianist Tommy Flanagan, bassist Wendell Marshall and drummer Earl Williams in a quartet. Although Hamilton plays some clarinet, the emphasis throughout both sets is on his rarely heard tenor. He is less bop-oriented and more basic on the bigger horn than on his usual ax, swinging hard and showing just how strong a tenor player he could be. Worth exploring". All About Jazz said "Jimmy was the sole horn... The tone is more intimate, showing his sweet side; it would have been perfect on the Moodsville label".

Track listing

All compositions by Jimmy Hamilton except where noted
  1. "Panfried" – 7:07
  2. "Lullaby of the Leaves" – 4:36
  3. "Baby Won't You Please Come Home" – 4:39
  4. "Definite Difference" – 3:13
  5. "There Is No Greater Love" – 6:01
  6. "Dancing on the Ceiling" – 6:32
  7. "Route 9W" – 3:46
  8. "Town Tavern Rag" – 3:14

Personnel