Drummin' Man: Hits & Classic Recordings 1938-50 [2 CDs]

Gene Krupa was one of the most admired and influential drummers in the history of jazz, with his impact extending into the pop era. As a drummer and bandleader in the swing and big band eras he became known for what the New York Times called his "frenzied, flashy" drumming which was revolutionary in its day. The album offers a fascinating cross-section of his recordings. (Acrobat)