On This Day in Jazz History

October 12, 1949: Alto saxophonist James Moody records "I'm in the Mood for Love," which later becomes a hit as "Moody's Mood" for vocalist Eddie Jefferson.

Added: 2008-09-25

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1895
Drummer Tubby Hall born in Sellers, LA.

1949
Alto saxophonist James Moody records "I'm in the Mood for Love," which later becomes a hit as "Moody's Mood" for vocalist Eddie Jefferson.

1962
Bassist/composer Charles Mingus records "The Complete Town Hall Concert."

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