Podcast: Celebrating - Christmas Music

The Big Band and Swing Podcast - Celebrating: Christmas Music - 

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays to Everyone!  This special show features vintage Big Band Christmas recordings by Jimmy Dorsey, Johnny Mercer, Henry Hall, Horace Heidt and many more.

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

Listen to: Celebrating - Christmas Music

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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.

But, this doesn't mean that I will no longer be sending you emails!  You can still be on my Mailing List and receive Articles, Station Updates and Video Clips in your Inbox from Swing City Radio.  Read further to learn how...

My Patreon Page now has a JOIN FOR FREE option that will enable me to email you on a more timely basis rather than waiting for the beginning of the month.  It's easy to join, just click here: Swing City Radio Patreon Page and then click on the Join for Free button. (See Picture Below)

If you'd like more detailed instructions click here: Instructions to Join My Mailing List on Patreon For FREE.

I'm very excited about this new Mailing List setup because I will be able to deliver you content in a more efficient and timely way.  Just make sure to Join For Free by the end of this year.  Also, if you currently a Hepcat Supporter, you will receive these emails and no action is needed on your part.

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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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