Soundie: Skylark by Sonny Dunham

Today's Soundie features Sonny Dunham and His Orchestra performing their version of "Skylark".  This was released to Panoram in June of 1942 and is just one of eight Soundies put out by this respected trumpeter.  The vocal are handled by the beautiful Harriett Clark, who seems to be quite relaxed while performing her singing duties.  Look for the superimposed caption that identifies Sonny Dunham during his solo.

Enjoy!

Watch: Sonny Dunham and His Orchestra perform "Skylark" from 1942.

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Newsletter will be Replaced in 2024

Starting in 2024, I will no longer be sending out a Monthly Newsletter through Mailchimp.  Mailchimp is a very good company but it's not really filling my needs.

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Soundie: It's Been a Long, Long Time

Today's Soundie is yet another one from Stan Kenton. "It's Been A Long, Long Time" was released to Panoram in December of 1945 and just one of the eighteen Soundies Kenton and His Band filmed through the years.  It features the beautiful June Christy on vocals along with the postwar lineup of the Band.

This Soundie was filmed very well and manages to capture Stan Kenton being Stan Kenton.  Enjoy!

Watch: A Soundie by Stan Kenton - "It's Been a Long, Long Time" from 1945

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Liz Tilton

Liz Tilton was the younger sister of famed Benny Goodman vocalist, Martha Tilton.  She never enjoyed the popularity achieved by her older sister, but Liz managed to put together a pretty good career in her own right.

Her career started in 1938 with Kenny Baker's band while she was still in high school.  She was also featured by Buddy Rodgers before joining Ray Noble and His Orchestra in 1940.

In early 1941, she left Noble's band to join on with Bob Crosby's outfit.  This move greatly increased Tilton's exposure.  Shortly after World War II broke out, Liz was featured on many AFRS Programs and performed at many USO shows.

By the mid 1940's, Liz Tilton had created a bit of name for herself and was no longer just known as Martha's kid sister.  She joined up with Jan Garber and His Orchestra for a couple of years and and also enjoyed a mildly successful solo career. 

Listen to: "It's Been a Long, Long Time" sung by Liz Tilton.

Note: Liz was billed by her full name, Elizabeth Tilton on many recordings as well.

You can hear the beautiful voice of Liz Tilton right here on Swing City Radio.

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Podcast: Show 189 - Shimmy, Swing and Dandruff

The Big Band and Swing Podcast - Shimmy, Swing and Dandruff - Show 189 - 

Features music by Glenn Miller, Harry James, Artie Shaw and more.  We also listen to an old radio spot from Double Dandrine Shampoo.

* All music in this podcast are Creative Commons.  Artists are credited within the podcast.

Listen to: Shimmy, Swing and Dandruff (Show 189)

Listen to more episodes of The Big Band and Swing Podcast at: BigBandPodcast.com

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Podcast: Show 188 - Auf Wiedersehen, My Dear Teresa

The Big Band and Swing Podcast - Auf Wiedersehen, My Dear Teresa - Show 188 - 

Features vintage recordings by Jerry Gray, Jan Savitt and Fletcher Henderson.  We also learn a little bit about vocalist Russ Columbo and listen to an old radio ad from Pall Mall Cigarettes.

* All music in this podcast are Creative Commons.  Artists are credited within the podcast.

Listen to: Auf Wiedersehen, My Dear Teresa (Show 188)

Listen to more episodes of The Big Band and Swing Podcast at: BigBandPodcast.com

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Podcast: Show 187 - Listening To The Voice of The Army

The Big Band and Swing Podcast - Listening To The Voice of The Army - Show 187 - 

Features music by Hal McIntyre, Benny Goodman, The DeMarco Sisters and more.  We also listen to some tracks from a show called "Voice Of The Army".

* All music in this podcast are Creative Commons.  Artists are credited within the podcast.

Listen to: Listening To The Voice of The Army (Show 187)

Listen to more episodes of The Big Band and Swing Podcast at: BigBandPodcast.com

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Podcast: Show 186 - Let’s Go Home For Jug Night

The Big Band and Swing Podcast - Let’s Go Home For Jug Night - Show 186 - 

Features vintage recordings by Kid Ory, Skeets Tolbert and Marion Hutton.  We also learn a little bit about a show called Orson Welles Radio Almanac.

* All music in this podcast are Creative Commons.  Artists are credited within the podcast.

Listen to: Let’s Go Home For Jug Night (Show 186)

Listen to more episodes of The Big Band and Swing Podcast at: BigBandPodcast.com

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