Al Hirt / Pete Fountain – Blockbustin' Dixie (Vinyl, LP, Album, Reissue, Mono, 1961, Verve Records V-1028)

Why This Record Matters
Blockbustin' Dixie brings together two of New Orleans' most celebrated musicians, trumpeter Al Hirt and clarinetist Pete Fountain. The album delivers spirited performances of Dixieland standards and traditional jazz favorites, showcasing the lively ensemble style that made both artists household names. Its energetic arrangements capture the enduring appeal of classic New Orleans jazz.

Collector Note
1961 US mono reissue on Verve Records, catalog number V-1028. Recordings featuring both Al Hirt and Pete Fountain remain popular among collectors of traditional jazz and New Orleans music.

Availability
Single copy available—once it’s gone, it’s gone.

Condition & Details
Media: VG+ with light signs of use and clean playback.
Sleeve: VG with moderate shelf wear and handling wear consistent with age.

Technical Details
Format: Vinyl, LP, Album, Reissue, Mono
Label: Verve Records
Catalog Number: V-1028
Country: US
Released: 1961
Genre: Jazz
Style: Dixieland

Matrix / Runout
Not specified

Tracklist
Washington And Lee Swing – 3:11
I'm Goin' Home – 4:27
Jazz Me Blues – 3:35
Night And Day – 3:04
South Rampart Street Parade – 5:34
Sugar (That Sugar Baby O' Mine) – 3:40
Tin Roof Blues – 4:32
Royal Garden Blues – 2:45
Panama – 3:23
Blue (And Broken-Hearted) – 2:55
The Original Dixieland One Step – 4:08
Wolverine Blues – 5:19

Shipping & Handling
Ultrasonically cleaned using a Degritter Mark II prior to shipping.
Stored in protective inner and outer sleeves.
Shipped with vinyl protection and cardboard reinforcement.
Packed securely for safe delivery.

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