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 a flashy label, but in the late 1920s and early ’30s, Diva brought the soundtrack of the era to folks who couldn’t…
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Friday Night Movies
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Before Lightsabers: A Review of the 1936 “Flash Gordon” Serial
Before laser swords and the galaxy far, far away, the very name “Flash Gordon” ignited the imaginations of adventure-loving audiences. In 1936, Universal Pictures brought Alex Raymond’s iconic comic strip hero to the big screen in the first of three Buster Crabbe-led serials, simply titled “Flash Gordon”. While undeniably a…
Classic Musicians
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Alexander’s Ragtime Band
Alexander’s Ragtime Band: A Timeless Classic in American Music Irving Berlin’s “Alexander’s Ragtime Band” is a musical treasure that has captivated audiences for over a century. This iconic song, with its infectious melody and spirited lyrics, continues to be a beloved classic in American music. Let’s delve into the history,…
Vintage Record Labels
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Oriole Records
There’s a certain magic to the crackle and pop of a vintage record. That nostalgia often leads us down a rabbit hole of discovery – the stories behind the songs and the labels that made them possible. In this “Record Label of the Week” feature, we’re exploring Oriole Records: a…
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King of the Rocket Men: A Classic Serial Adventure
In the golden days of matinee thrills, Republic Pictures held a special place in the hearts of young adventurers. Their serials, those action-packed tales broken into weekly chapters, delivered excitement, danger, and a touch of the strange. Names like Flash Gordon and Zorro lit up the screen, promising daring escapes,…