A History of Rock Music in 500 Songs Episode 4: “Choo Choo Ch’Boogie” by Louis Jordan
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Oct 29, 2018 AI Snips
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Lindy Hoppers' Strike
- Whitey's Lindy Hoppers caused a controversy at Benny Goodman's Carnegie Hall concert.
- They went on strike during a cutting contest between Chick Webb and Count Basie.
The Real King of Swing
- Chick Webb was considered the true "King of Swing", even more deserving of the title than Benny Goodman or Bob Wills.
- Webb's band was known for its exceptional dance music and inspired other bands, including Goodman's.
Cutting Contest Victories
- Chick Webb's band consistently won cutting contests, even against renowned musicians like Benny Goodman.
- The only band to definitively beat Webb was Duke Ellington's.