And another great one from TD, as he and his Wacky Waikikians (featuring Buddy Rich and Ziggy Elman) jump on one of the bands biggest hits, Hawaiian War Chant, as featured in the 1942 film Ship Ahoy. Tommy had been playing this Deane Kincaid arrangement since 1937, but when Rich joined the band in late 1941, it really took on a life of its own. And yes, thats the Queen of Tap, Eleanor Powell, on the last chorus!
Posted on: Thu, 20 Nov 2014 19:18:21 +0000