The Stardust Stompers is a project born out of collaboration between jazz and blues musicians and dancers in our Montreal community. Performing early 20th century songs for and with dancers is an integral part of what we do.
We were preparing for a live recorded album of original music when the pandemic hit. Of course, we hope to still do that someday, but for now, like so many others we’ve had to rethink our way of doing things and adapt to the new normal. And so, we now find ourselves engaged in this ongoing project, which we can produce almost entirely in isolation. We will be releasing a series of singles + b sides featuring vintage classics and traditional favorites, monthly.
Make no mistake, these are not your grandma’s jazz records, but we think she’ll like them. We hope to keep you on your toes, with an unexpected groove here and fresh lyrics there. Stay connected by following our page and joining our mailing list so you’re always first to know when new tracks are up.
Working in isolation, doesn't mean we're alone. We still believe in jazz as a collaborative effort, and you are part of that. Let us know what you love and what you'd love to hear. We're all in this together!
lyrics
lyrics
Oh come on, come on home, Billl Bailey. You got to come on home. Yes, she cried, all night long. I will do the dishes, Honey. I'll sure pay the rent. I know, yes, I know I've done you wrong. I remember that rain evening, I tossed you out, with nothing, nothing but a comb. I know I'm to blame, Good Lord, it's a crying shame, oh Bill, Sweet Bill, come on home.
credits
from Jelly Roll,
released October 2, 2020
Band members are:
Peter Mika - Piano
Sage Reynolds - Double Bass
Sergio Di'Santo - Drums
Colin Perry - Guitar
Andy King - Trumpet
Emily Estrella - Vocals
*Each part recorded and engineered by each artist and Mixed by Peter Mika
Emily Estrella and the Stardust StompersMontreal, Québec
In collaboration with a group of veteran instrumentalists, singer, Emily Estrella has an "old soul' voice evoking the ghosts of a previous century. Charismatic & joyous, she heads in to share her contagious repertoire of traditional acoustic folk-jazz.
supported by 8 fans who also own “Won't You Come Home Bill Bailey”
The laid-back groove of the Brooks Prumo Orchestra hits the sweet spot. This is fine swing without any try-hard hype. The studio mix is balanced, and it hops and slides like music should (unlike some other contemporary jazz). "Out of Nowhere" is outstanding: inspired arrangement, knockout playing, genuine emotion. The vocal numbers get better with every listen, and "Blue Lester" has about it a certain sunburn-on-your-skin mint julep nighttime ease. jakespatz
supported by 8 fans who also own “Won't You Come Home Bill Bailey”
The entire album is full of great swing music, but the absolute star performance by Nicolle Rochelle on Gloomy Sunday is nothing short of phenomenal! Satch Radio