
Blue Velvet Big Band | Frenesi
Clip: Season 17 Episode 3 | 3m 11s
The Blue Velvet Big Band performs "Frenesi"
The Blue Velvet Big Band performs "Frenesi" in this Expressions extra clip. Originally recorded in 1940 by Artie Shaw and his Orchestra, this swing standard was widely used in commercials upon its release. "Frenesi" is the Spanish word for frenzy and Artie's version of the song claimed the number one spot in the country for 13 weeks.
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Blue Velvet Big Band | Frenesi
Clip: Season 17 Episode 3 | 3m 11s
The Blue Velvet Big Band performs "Frenesi" in this Expressions extra clip. Originally recorded in 1940 by Artie Shaw and his Orchestra, this swing standard was widely used in commercials upon its release. "Frenesi" is the Spanish word for frenzy and Artie's version of the song claimed the number one spot in the country for 13 weeks.
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