Neville Dickie meets Al Casey (Boogie Woogie)

Tunes: Boogie Woogie Blues – Swanee River (Old Folks At Home) – The Sheik Of Araby
Neville Dickie is a British jazz pianist born on January 1, 1937, in Durham, England.
He’s internationally celebrated for his mastery of boogie-woogie and stride piano, two energetic and technically demanding jazz styles.
After serving in the Royal Air Force, Neville moved to London and began playing in pubs for modest wages. His big break came when BBC Radio 2 producer Doreen Davies discovered him during an audition. He went on to perform in hundreds of BBC broadcasts, gaining national recognition and becoming a fixture in the UK jazz scene. In 1969, he had a Top 40 UK hit with the single Robin’s Return, which reached number 33 on the charts. His 1975 album Back to Boogie sold over 100,000 copies, cementing his reputation as a leading figure in traditional jazz piano.
Neville had performed extensively across Europe and North America, often appearing at major jazz festivals like the Scott Joplin International Ragtime Festival in Missouri. He’s collaborated with many jazz greats, including Louis Mazetier, and formed his own band, The Rhythmakers, in 19852.
Neville’s playing is known for its lightning-fast runs, rhythmic precision, and joyful energy. He’s one of the few British pianists to gain acclaim on both sides of the Atlantic, and his dedication to preserving early jazz styles has made him a beloved figure in the genre.

Al Casey was an American jazz and swing guitarist, best known for his work with Fats Waller during the 1930s and '40s. On Shout for Joy, he appears as a guest musician with Neville Dickie’s band, bringing his signature warm and rhythmic guitar style.
His playing is subtle yet powerful, perfectly complementing Dickie’s energetic piano.
It’s remarkable to hear how Casey, active for decades, still maintained his unique sound and blended it beautifully with Dickie’s British boogie-woogie flair. A true transatlantic meeting of musical minds!