Frank Auburn & His Orchestra - Lo Lo Swingin In A Hammock

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Review by Matt Oliver

Swingin’ Back to 1930: Lo Lo Swingin’ In A Hammock by Frank Auburn & His Orchestra Alright, let’s talk about Lo Lo Swingin’ In A Hammock by Frank Auburn & His Orchestra. This little gem from 1930 is like stepping into a time machine that drops you straight into the golden age of American music. It’s got that old-school charm, mixing Stage & Screen vibes with some early Pop flair. Released under Harmony Records, it’s one of those albums that feels like flipping through your grandma’s photo album—nostalgic but kinda magical. First off, can we just appreciate Robert Wood on tenor vocals? The guy had pipes! He really brings this record to life, especially on tracks like “Swingin’ In A Hammock.” That song sticks in my head because it’s so dang smooth. Imagine yourself lounging in a hammock (duh), swaying gently under the sun, while this tune plays softly in the background. There’s something comforting about how simple and breezy it feels. No over-the-top drama here—just good ol’ relaxation wrapped up in melody. Then there’s “Lo-Lo,” which has this quirky energy that sneaks up on you. I mean, what even IS a Lo-Lo? Doesn’t matter, honestly. The track has this playful bounce to it, almost like it’s daring you not to tap your feet. You can tell they weren’t trying too hard back then—they just made music for people to enjoy. And yeah, maybe the recording quality isn’t perfect, but that rawness adds character. It reminds me of vinyl crackles and staticky radios, things we don’t hear much anymore. What makes this album special is its ability to transport you. Listening to these songs, you get a sense of what life might’ve been like in 1930s America—people dancing at parties, couples slow-dancing in dimly lit rooms, or families gathered around their radios. It’s cozy, in a weird way. But here’s the kicker: as much as I love diving into vintage sounds, part of me wonders if Frank Auburn ever imagined someone nearly a century later would still be talking about his work. Like, did he sit there thinking, “Yeah, this’ll totally stand the test of time”? Or was he just happy to pay the bills? Either way, hats off to him—and to Robert Wood for hitting those high notes like a champ. So yeah, give Lo Lo Swingin’ In A Hammock a spin if you’re into retro tunes. Just don’t blame me if you start craving lemonade and porch swings afterward.

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Tracks

TrackDurationPreview
Lo-Lo
Swingin' In A Hammock

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Catalog Numbers

1182-H

Labels

Harmony

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Formats

  • Shellac
  • 10"
  • 78 RPM

Companies

RoleCompany
Record CompanyColumbia Phonograph Company, Inc.

Credits

RoleCredit
Tenor VocalsRobert Wood

Notes

  • Dance band; Fox trots with Vocal chorus.
  • Side A was recorded May 23, 1930, New York, NY. From "The Sea Bat".
  • Note: this recording is actually by Arthur Schutt And His Orchestra and features vocals by Irving Kaufman.
  • Side B was recorded June 6, 1930, New York, NY.
  • Note: this recording is actually by Ben Selvin & His Orchestra and features vocals by Harold "Scrappy" Lambert.
  • "Frank Auburn & His Orchestra" was a pseudonym used by MANY dance bands of the era, including those cited here. Others whose work was issued under the Auburn name include: Fred Rich And His Orchestra, Sam Lanin And His Famous Players, Jack Albin's Hotel Pennsylvania Music, Ted Wallace And His Orchestra, and others.
  • Likewise "Robert Wood" was a pseudonym used by many vocalists.

Barcodes

  • Matrix / Runout (Side A Label): 100404
  • Matrix / Runout (Side B Label): 100402
  • Matrix / Runout (Side A Runout): 100404 1-A-9
  • Matrix / Runout (Side B Runout): 100402 1-A-2

About Frank Auburn & His Orchestra

This pseudonym was widely used, by many different artists, on 's budget series in the late 1920s and early 1930s. This includes , , and , although the name also appears on several releases. The material was often recycled from renumbered masters. Because labels applied this pseudonym to so many different artists, and those artists also used other pseudonyms, it is advised to not link aliases to this page, but rather add details about real artists (when known) to specific release pages. The following artists are known to have released records under this pseudonym: Joe Farrell & his Orchestra

Name Vars

  • Frank Auburn
  • Frank Auburn & His Orchestra
  • Frank Auburn &His Orchestra
  • Frank Auburn's Orch
  • Frank Auburn's Orchestra
  • Jack Albin And His Orchestra

Interesting fact about Album

Here’s a fun fact: Back in 1930, before streaming or even vinyl records were mainstream, Frank Auburn & His Orchestra released an album called *Lo Lo Swingin' In A Hammock*. It had just two tracks—"Swingin' In A Hammock" and "Lo-Lo." Robert Wood lent his smooth tenor vocals to the mix. Imagine chilling in a hammock while this music played on a phonograph—pure vibes for its time! The album came out on Harmony, a label that was part of the early American music scene. Pretty cool how music connects us across decades, right?