Yvette Rugel: The Miniature Prima Donna The early 78rpm era had it’s share of musical stars and rising stars; by “early 78rpm era” I am specifically referring to […]
Whispers of Jazz: The Paul Whiteman Odyssey
Dive into the golden age of jazz with ‘Whispers of Jazz: The Paul Whiteman Odyssey,’ where we explore the legacy of the ‘King of Jazz’ and his timeless […]
Vocalion
The Vocalion Odyssey: From Aeolian Origins to Acoustic Excellence In the vast and intricate history of recorded music, the Vocalion record label stands as a testament to innovation, […]
Harmony and Eclipse: A Journey Through Time, Triumph, and Serendipity
In this episode of Three Tune Tuesday, we explore the unifying spirit of the Olympic Games, the mystique of solar eclipses, and the serendipitous charm of “Peggy Dear,” […]
Geraldine Farrar: The Original “Gerry-Flapper”
Geraldine Farrar: The Dazzling Diva of Opera and Silent Film Opera fans and history enthusiasts alike recognize the name Geraldine Farrar, synonymous with both stage charisma and early […]
Echoes of a Musical Pioneer: Honoring W.C. Handy on Three Tune Tuesday
On the anniversary of his passing, come celebrate a Blues pioneer.
Puritan Records
Rediscovering Puritan Records: A Dive into an Overlooked Era of Music Amidst the crackle and hiss of an old shellac record spins a delightfully whimsical tune – “Dancing […]
Vaughn De Leath
In the roaring twenties, a time of jazz bands, flapper dresses, and unprecedented societal changes, a voice emerged from the radio waves that would captivate and charm listeners […]
Echoes of the Dance Hall: The All-Star Trio and the Dawn of Jazz
Step into a world of smoky dance halls and scratchy records as you rediscover the timeless charm of the All-Star Trio’s music.
Diva
In the golden age of jazz, when phonographs filled dance halls and the Charleston echoed down city streets, the Diva record label quietly made its mark. It wasn’t […]