Spike Jones And His City Slickers - Cocktails For Two Essential Collection

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Album Review: Cocktails For Two Essential Collection by Spike Jones And His City Slickers If you’re a fan of jazz with a twist of comedy and swing, Cocktails For Two Essential Collection is like finding an old vinyl in your grandpa’s attic that somehow still sounds fresh. Released in 2007 (yeah, Italy had some cool stuff going on that year), this album by Spike Jones And His City Slickers is pure chaos in the best way possible. It’s not just music—it’s a party where easy listening meets laugh-out-loud antics. Let’s talk tracks. There are so many gems here, but two really stuck with me. First up, “The Man On The Flying Trapeze.” I mean, who wouldn’t remember a song title like that? This track feels like being at a circus while sipping coffee in a smoky jazz club. The mix of swingy horns and playful sound effects makes it impossible not to grin. It’s one of those songs that sneaks into your brain and refuses to leave—like earworm gold. Then there’s “When Yuba Plays The Rhumba On The Tuba.” Seriously, what even IS that title?! The tuba solo hits hard, and before you know it, you’re tapping your feet like you’re auditioning for a dance-off. Spike Jones has this magical ability to turn something as simple as a tuba riff into a full-blown spectacle. You can tell he wasn’t trying to be serious—he was just having fun, and honestly, we need more of that in life. This album isn’t perfect, though. Some might call it chaotic, but hey, isn’t that the charm? Tracks like “There’s A Fly On My Music” or “Never Hit Your Grandma With A Shovel” remind you that Spike Jones didn’t care much for rules. He was all about breaking boundaries and making people laugh along the way. Sure, some tunes feel dated, but they carry this nostalgic vibe that makes you want to dig out your parents’ record player. One thing’s for sure: if you’re looking for background music to clean your house or impress your hipster friends, this ain’t it. But if you wanna add a dash of quirky joy to your day, Cocktails For Two Essential Collection delivers big time. Listening to it feels like stumbling upon a hidden treasure chest filled with oddball surprises. Final thought? Life’s too short for boring playlists. So grab a drink, hit play, and let Spike Jones take you on a wild ride. Just don’t blame me when you find yourself humming “Toot, Toot, Tootsie, Goodbye” for days!

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Tracks

TrackDurationPreview
Cheatin; On The Sandman
The Vamp
None But The Lonely Heart (A Soaperretta)
Down In Jungle Town
As Time Goes By
Chinese Mule Train
My Little Girl
The Jones Laughing Record
Black Bottom
Wang Wang Blues
I'm In The Mood For Love
The Man On The Flying Trapeze
Camptown Races
Ragtime Cowboy Joe
The Sheik Or Araby
Hotcha Cornia
Siam
Little Bo Peep Has Lost Her Jeep
I'm Getting Sentimental Over You
Old MacDonald Had A Farm
Row, Row, Row
Three Little Words
The Sound Effects Man
He Broke My Heart In Three Places
Down By The O-Hi-O
You're A Sap, Mr. Jap
I Dream Of Brownie With The Light Blue Jeans
Cocktails For Two
Laura
Jingle Bells
Leave The Dishes In The Sink, Ma
Behind Those Swinging Doors
Dance Of The Hours
When Yuba Plays The Rhumba On The Tuba
Clink, Clink, Another Drink
Come Josephine In My Flying Machine
You Wanna Buy A Bunny?
Jamboree Jones
There's A Fly On My Music
G.I. Haircut
Ill Barkio
Red Grows The Roses
Oh, By Jingo!
Love In Bloom
That Old Black Magic
Liebestraum
Der Fuehrer's Face
Pack Up Your Troubles (In Your Old Kit Bag)
Water Lou (Drip, Drip, Drip)
All I Want For Christmas Iis My Two Front Teeth)
Glow Worm
Holiday For Strings
Pat Yat Chee
Hawaiian War Chant
People Will Say We're In Love
My Old Flame
Chloe
By The Beautiful Sea
Rhapsody From Hunger(y)
The Blue Danube
(I'm Forever) Blowing Bubble Gum
You Always Hurt The One You Love
I Wanna Go Back To West Virginia
Casey Jones
William Tell Overture
Besame Mucho
I Went To Your Wedding
Toot, Toot, Tootsie, Goodbye
MacNamara's Band
I Wanna Gal (Just Like The Gal That Married Dear Old Dad)
I Kiss Your Hand, Madame
Whittle Out A Whistle
Never Hit Your Grandma With A Shovel
Tennessee Waltz
Love For Sale

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Catalog Numbers

DYN 3528

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Formats

  • 3 × CD
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Notes

CD's are housed in a fat-double CD case with booklet

Barcodes

  • Barcode (Scanned): 827139352820
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Interesting fact about Album

Did you know that the album *Cocktails For Two Essential Collection* by Spike Jones And His City Slickers is like a wild mixtape of genres and vibes? Released in Italy in 2007, it blends jazz, comedy, swing, and even some quirky sound effects. Tracks like "The Sound Effects Man" and "Never Hit Your Grandma With A Shovel" show off their comedic edge, while classics like "Besame Mucho" and "As Time Goes By" bring the easy listening feels. It’s basically a musical rollercoaster that jumps from silly to sentimental—sometimes in the same song!