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Perry (Mule) Bradford Escorts African American Singers Through The Closed Doors Of The 1920s Recording Industry.
By Elva D. Green Perry (Mule) Bradford In 1920, Mr. Perry (Mule) Bradford, African American songwriter, minstrel, and vaudeville performer was responsible for convincing White owned Okeh Records to record the first African American female blues singer. Bradford, born in Alabama, spent years traveling the country in minstrel shows and Vaudeville where he heard many … Continue reading “Perry (Mule) Bradford Escorts African American Singers Through The Closed Doors Of The 1920s Recording Industry.”
Famous Jazz Musicians of the 1930s
Introduction In the 1930s we move from the “Jazz Age” to the “Swing Era”. New York is now the Jazz Capital of the World, although other cities, such as Chicago and Kansas City, enjoy a thriving Jazz scene. With Hollywood firmly established, many of the big bands spend more time on the West coast. New … Continue reading “Famous Jazz Musicians of the 1930s”
Famous Jazz Musicians of the 1920s
Introduction A new age sprung to life during the decade following the First World War – The Jazz Age. It was a new exciting era for freedom in attitudes, fashion and music. This article will look at some of the most famous Jazz musicians of the 1920s. The hotbed for the new found freedom of … Continue reading “Famous Jazz Musicians of the 1920s”
Confessions of a Vinyl Addict – Part 4
From Hull to Nashville By Gary Atkinson Given the critical slamming I gave those first Document CDs when writing for the blues magazine, I was more than a little surprised when the reviews editor rang to say that Johnny Parth had recommended me for a job. They wanted me to write some booklet notes, … Continue reading “Confessions of a Vinyl Addict – Part 4”