Wild Bill Davis & Johnny Hodges - In Atlantic City

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Review by Sathish Kumar

Album Review: In Atlantic City by Wild Bill Davis & Johnny Hodges If you’re a fan of soul-jazz, In Atlantic City is one of those albums that sneaks up on you. Released in 2015 but rooted deeply in the golden age of jazz, this collaboration between Wild Bill Davis on organ and Johnny Hodges on alto saxophone feels like a warm hug from an old friend. With its mix of laid-back grooves and sharp musicianship, it’s hard not to get lost in its charm. The album was originally recorded decades ago but got a fresh lease on life thanks to labels like RCA Victor and Speakers Corner Records. It’s got that vintage vibe with modern mastering—perfect for audiophiles who love their vinyl crackle but also want clarity. And let’s be real, when you’ve got legends like Bobby Durham on drums and Lawrence Brown on trombone backing you up, how could it go wrong? Two tracks stand out for me personally: “It’s Only a Paper Moon” and “It Don’t Mean A Thing (If It Ain’t Got That Swing).” On “Paper Moon,” Hodges’ saxophone just sings. Like, seriously, it’s so smooth it almost feels illegal. The interplay between his lines and Wild Bill’s organ creates this effortless swing that makes you wanna pour yourself a drink and stare out the window at the rain. Meanwhile, “It Don’t Mean A Thing” brings the energy. This isn’t some sleepy lounge number—it’s a full-on toe-tapper. You can practically hear the band grinning as they play. Bob Brown’s tenor sax adds layers to the melody, while Dickie Thompson’s guitar licks keep things spicy. If this track doesn’t make you move, check your pulse. What strikes me about In Atlantic City is how timeless it feels. Sure, it came out in 2015, but it sounds like it could’ve been recorded yesterday—or fifty years ago. The liner notes by Stanley Dance give some nice context too, though honestly, the music speaks for itself. Here’s the thing: listening to this album feels like stepping into another world. It’s polished without being pretentious, complex without being inaccessible. And maybe that’s why it sticks with you long after the needle lifts off the record. Or maybe it’s just because “It Don’t Mean A Thing” will forever have me humming under my breath during awkward elevator rides. Either way, it’s worth every spin. Final thought? Jazz purists might call this essential listening, but even casual fans will find something here to love. Just don’t blame me if you start randomly quoting Duke Ellington in everyday conversations.

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Artist: Wild Bill Davis & Johnny Hodges
Album: In Atlantic City
Rating: 4.0

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Tracks

TrackDurationPreview
Rockville6:36
Just Squeeze Me4:45
L B Blues5:30
Belle Of The Belmont
It's Only A Paper Moon2:59
Belle of the Belmont4:58
It's Only a Paper Moon2:59
It Don't Mean a Thing (If It Ain't Got That Swing)5:40
Taffy5:38
I'll Always Love You3:51
Good Queen Bess3:22
It Don't Mean A Thing (If It Ain't Got That Swing)5:41
In A Mellotone3:47
I'll Always Love You3:51
LB Blues5:40
Belle Of The Bellmont4:55
It Don't Mean A Thing
In a Mellotone3:47

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Catalog Numbers

  • LSP-3706, 9026 68597-2
  • LSP-3706
  • LPM-3706
  • LPM 3706

Labels

  • RCA Victor, BMG Music
  • RCA Victor
  • RCA Victor, Speakers Corner Records

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Formats

  • CD
  • Album
  • Reissue
  • Remastered
  • Vinyl
  • LP
  • Stereo
  • Mono
  • Test Pressing
  • 180 Gram

Credits

RoleCredit
Alto SaxophoneJohnny Hodges
DrumsBobby Durham
EngineerEd Begley
Field RecordingEd Begley
FluteBob Brown
GuitarDickie Thompson
OrganWild Bill Davis
ProducerBrad McCuen
Sleeve NotesStanley Dance
Tenor SaxophoneBob Brown
TromboneLawrence Brown
Liner NotesStanley Dance

Notes

  • Album back cover does not have pictures. In the middle of back cover is a logo that has Memorable Jazz In Atlantic City .On bottom left of back cover lists (Personnel): Johnny Hodges, alto saxophone, Wild Bill Davis , organ, Lawrence Brown, trombone, Bob Brown tenor, saxophone and flute, Dickie Thompson, guitar, Bobby Durham, drums. There is number 2 to the left of their names. Across to the right hand side says that it was recorded “live” at Grace’s Little Belmont, Atlantic City, New Jersey. Johnny Hodges appears courtesy of Verve Records.
  • Recording Engineer, Ed Begley. Sleeve notes written by Stanley Dance.
  • 1967: Radio Corporation Of America, New York, N.Y. Printed In U.S.A.
  • Other images have a different back Album Cover with pictures,
  • Made in Germany
  • Recorded "live" at Grace's Little Belmont, Atlantic City, New Jersey.
  • Johnny Hodges appears courtesy of Verve Records.
  • Recorded "live"at Grace's Little Belmont, Atlantic City,New Jersey.
  • Different Labels then the other LPM 3706 release
  • 180 gram vinyl test pressing, made by PALLAS in Germany, white label "only for promotion", comes in generic black sleeve and a printed description (A4) of the record in English and German with a small picture of the cover.
  • Recorded August 1966 live at Grace's Little Belmont, Atlantic City (USA)

Barcodes

  • Rights Society: ASCAP
  • Rights Society: BMI
  • Barcode: 09026 68597-26
  • Barcode (from sticker scan): 4260019714664
  • Matrix / Runout (Side A): T P R S - 5 4 1 4 - - 1 S A 1
  • Matrix / Runout (Side B): T P R S- 5 1 1 5 - - 1 A 1

About Wild Bill Davis & Johnny Hodges

American jazz pianist, organist and arranger. He is best known for his pioneering jazz electronic organ recordings and for his crucial role as the pianist-arranger in Louis Jordan's Tympany Five (19451947) at the peak of their success. b. November 24, 1918 in Glasgow, Missouri - d. August 17, 1995 in Moorestown, New Jersey. Do NOT confuse with pianist .

Real Name

    • William Strethen Davis

Name Vars

  • \
  • Davis
  • Bill Davis
  • B. Davis
  • Bill Davies
  • Davies
  • Strethen \
  • W. B. Davis
  • W. Davis
  • W.B. Davis
  • Wild Bill Davies
  • Wild Bill Davis And His Real Gone Organ
  • Wild Bill Dawis
  • Will Bill Davis
  • William \
  • William Davis
  • William S. Davis
  • William Strethen \
  • Уайлд Билл Дэвис

Aliases

  • Strethen Davis

Interesting fact about Album

Here’s a fun fact: The album *In Atlantic City* by Wild Bill Davis & Johnny Hodges, released in 2015, is a treasure trove of soul-jazz goodness. It features the legendary Johnny Hodges on alto saxophone, whose smooth sound defined an era. Interestingly, the tracklist has some quirky inconsistencies—like "Belle Of The Belmont" being listed three times with slightly different spellings! Clearly, someone was having a moment with typos. Despite that, it's a must-listen for jazz fans, blending classic tunes like *"It Don't Mean a Thing (If It Ain't Got That Swing)"* with fresh energy. Plus, it’s cool to see so many iconic labels like RCA Victor and BMG Music team up to bring this piece of history back to life.

Comments

laurencezerafa04
laurencezerafa04
2025-03-05
Hahahaha!!!!!! I am loving that slow and silky tone.. so fabulous!!!!!!!!!
bonkimbaishya9
bonkimbaishya9
2025-03-04
Lovely... Still can't sleep
rachelelabadini88
rachelelabadini88
2025-03-03
Bill Davis is really "WILD" on organ ???
hybridracinggear
hybridracinggear
2025-03-02
This Time MUST wake up
blogsimplykate
blogsimplykate
2025-03-01
Underbara musiker och en bra låt som slår i alla lägen!!G.W.
caiofalcao
caiofalcao
2025-03-01
A top favorite of mine ! ❤️
warriorprincesshenna
warriorprincesshenna
2025-03-01
Una muestra fantástica y extraordinaria del talento de uno de mis saxos altos favorito, el gran Johnny Hodges. Realmente delicioso. Alta cocina saxofonista.
mrpedrodias
mrpedrodias
2025-03-01
YES It’s Sexy and easy playing, Davis play the Paddelboard kinky
hablemosdemarketingmx
hablemosdemarketingmx
2025-02-28
What a pleasure to listen such music. I believe that everyone, who understands jazz is happy, because it's nature's gift