Georges Méliès, born in 1861 in Paris, began his career as a magician and theater owner. While running his own theatre he was invited to a showing of a “movie” by the Lumière brothers and their cinematograph in 1895. His journey into the world of cinema began when he witnessed…
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Vintage Record Labels
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Abbey Records
Abbey Records: A Brief History Abbey Records was a record label active in the United States from roughly 1949 until 1953¹. The label was founded by Pete Doraine and was originally operated in the Forest Hills, Queens, section of New York City. However, it soon moved to 10th Avenue in…
Friday Night Movies
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Celebrating the First Commercial Movie – “Workers Leaving the Lumière Factory”
It was this date, December 28, in 1895 that the Lumiere brothers premiered what is now known as the first commercial movie showing. Movie’s – or moving pictures – had been shown previously, but this was the first time that admission was charged in a theatre setting. The short film,…
The Evolution of Recorded Music
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Forgotten Voices: Celebrating Lesser-Known Artists of the 78rpm Era
In the annals of music history, the 78rpm era is often remembered for its iconic figures. However, nestled within this period are numerous musicians whose contributions, though significant, have remained largely unrecognized. This article aims to shine a spotlight on these lesser-known artists, revealing their unique impact on the tapestry…
The Evolution of Recorded Music
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The Dawn of Recorded Music: A Journey Through Time
The Early Sparks of Sound Recording Imagine a world where music was a fleeting experience, captured only in the moment. This changed with the advent of recorded music, a revolution that began with Thomas Edison’s invention of the phonograph in 1877. It was a groundbreaking device that used cylinders to…