Bill Doggett - Blip Blop / Tanya

Year Released: 1956
Genre: Rhythm & Blues / Early Jazz-Funk

Description:

Released on King Records in 1956, “Blip Blop / Tanya” captures organist Bill Doggett during the creative peak of his small-combo rhythm-and-blues period. “Blip Blop” is an uptempo, instrumental groove built around swinging sax and Doggett’s trademark Hammond organ tone, blending R&B drive with early jazz phrasing. The flip side, “Tanya,” offers a slower, blues-inflected melody showcasing his warm touch and sense of melody.

Though less famous than “Honky Tonk,” “Blip Blop” became a sought-after cut among jazz and early-funk DJs for its break-friendly rhythm and playful organ soloing. Its percussive shuffle and walking bassline made it an inspiration for later soul-jazz recordings of the 1960s.