Introduction Few figures in cinematic history are as universally recognized as Charlie Chaplin, the pioneering filmmaker and actor whose signature character, The Tramp, became an enduring symbol of […]
Okeh
Okeh Records: Pioneering Sounds in American Music (1916-1935) Introduction In the dynamic landscape of early 20th century American music, Okeh Records emerged as a transformative force, its impact […]
Okeh Records
“Three Tune Tuesday” takes listeners on a musical journey through the early years of Okeh Records, from its founding in 1916 to its influential role in shaping American […]
Philadelphia Symphony Orchestra
The Philadelphia Symphony Orchestra Introduction The Philadelphia Symphony Orchestra, known today as The Philadelphia Orchestra, stands as one of the most prestigious and influential orchestras in American history. […]
The Thousand Eyes of Dr. Mabuse
Introduction Overview “The Thousand Eyes of Dr. Mabuse” (Die 1000 Augen des Dr. Mabuse), released in 1960, is a classic film noir and thriller that holds a significant […]
Paramount Records
Paramount Records: From Furniture to Foundational Music (1917-1935) Paramount Records, operating from 1917 to 1935, stands as a significant entity in the landscape of early 20th-century American music. […]
Paramount Records
“Three Tune Tuesday” takes listeners on a musical journey through the early years of Paramount Records, from its unlikely origins as a furniture company’s side venture in 1917 […]
Lyric Records
A Brief But Brilliant Chapter in Recording History Introduction In the colorful tapestry of early 20th-century recorded music, some threads shine brightly despite their brevity. Lyric Records, though […]
Summer Songs
In this episode of Three Tune Tuesday, we explore the essence of summer through three classic songs from the early 1900s: “In the Good Old Summer Time” (1902), […]
Black Swan Records
Record Label of the Week: Black Swan Records In the early 1920s, the American music industry was dominated by a handful of large companies that primarily featured white […]