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Marion Harris
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Marion Harris (April 4 1896 — April 23, 1944) was an American popular singer, most successful in the 1920's. She was the first widely … read moreMarion Harris (April 4 1896 — April 23, 1944) was an American popular singer, most successful in the 1920's. She was the first widely known white singer to sing jazz and blues songs. Born Mary Ellen Harrison, probably in Indiana, sh… read moreMarion Harris (April 4 1896 — April 23, 1944) was an American popular singer, most successful in the 1920's. She was the first widely known white singer to sing jazz and blues songs. Born Mary Ellen Harrison, probably in Indiana, she first played vaudeville and movie theaters in Chicago arou… read more -
Sophie Tucker
28,307 listeners
Sophie Tucker (January 13, 1886 - February 9, 1966) was a singer and comedian, one of the most popular entertainers in America during the f… read moreSophie Tucker (January 13, 1886 - February 9, 1966) was a singer and comedian, one of the most popular entertainers in America during the first third of the 20th century. She was born Sophia Kalish to a Jewish family in Czarist Russia. H… read moreSophie Tucker (January 13, 1886 - February 9, 1966) was a singer and comedian, one of the most popular entertainers in America during the first third of the 20th century. She was born Sophia Kalish to a Jewish family in Czarist Russia. Her family emigrated to the United States when she was an inf… read more -
Connee Boswell
10,328 listeners
From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Constance Foore "Connee" Boswell (December 3, 1907 - October 11, 1976) was an American fema… read moreFrom Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Constance Foore "Connee" Boswell (December 3, 1907 - October 11, 1976) was an American female vocalist born in Kansas City, Missouri but raised in New Orleans, Louisiana. With her sisters, … read moreFrom Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Constance Foore "Connee" Boswell (December 3, 1907 - October 11, 1976) was an American female vocalist born in Kansas City, Missouri but raised in New Orleans, Louisiana. With her sisters, Martha and Helvetia "Vet" Boswell, she performed i… read more -
Lee Morse
7,928 listeners
Lee Morse was an American jazz singer best known for her trademark yodeling. She was born Lena Corinne Taylor on November 30, 1897 in Cove, Oregon to Pleasant John and Olive Taylor. She was the tenth of thirteen children, and the second girl. Her younger brother Glen H. Taylor was a country-weste… read more -
Eddie Cantor
42,661 listeners
Eddie Cantor (January 31, 1892 - October 10, 1964) was an American comedian, singer, actor, songwriter. Known to Broadway, radio and early … read moreEddie Cantor (January 31, 1892 - October 10, 1964) was an American comedian, singer, actor, songwriter. Known to Broadway, radio and early television audiences as Banjo Eyes, this "Apostle of Pep" was regarded almost as a famil… read moreEddie Cantor (January 31, 1892 - October 10, 1964) was an American comedian, singer, actor, songwriter. Known to Broadway, radio and early television audiences as Banjo Eyes, this "Apostle of Pep" was regarded almost as a family member by millions because his top-rated radio shows revea… read more -
Gertrude Lawrence
13,563 listeners
Gertrude Lawrence (June 4, 1898 - September 6, 1952) was an actress and musical performer popular in the 1930s and 1940s, appearing on stag… read moreGertrude Lawrence (June 4, 1898 - September 6, 1952) was an actress and musical performer popular in the 1930s and 1940s, appearing on stage in London and on Broadway, and in several films. She is particularly associated with the light c… read moreGertrude Lawrence (June 4, 1898 - September 6, 1952) was an actress and musical performer popular in the 1930s and 1940s, appearing on stage in London and on Broadway, and in several films. She is particularly associated with the light comedy of Noel Coward. She was born Gertrude Alexandria Dagma… read more -
Valaida Snow
10,315 listeners
Valaida Snow (born June 2, 1904, Chattanooga, Tennessee; died May 30, 1956, New York City) was an African American jazz musician and entert… read moreValaida Snow (born June 2, 1904, Chattanooga, Tennessee; died May 30, 1956, New York City) was an African American jazz musician and entertainer. Raised in Cleveland City, Tennessee by a family devoted to music, she learned to play cello… read moreValaida Snow (born June 2, 1904, Chattanooga, Tennessee; died May 30, 1956, New York City) was an African American jazz musician and entertainer. Raised in Cleveland City, Tennessee by a family devoted to music, she learned to play cello, bass, banjo, violin, mandolin, harp, accordion, clarinet, … read more -
Frances Langford
6,030 listeners
Julia Frances Langford (April 4, 1913 – July 11, 2005) was an American singer and entertainer who was popular during the 1930's and 40… read moreJulia Frances Langford (April 4, 1913 – July 11, 2005) was an American singer and entertainer who was popular during the 1930's and 40's and also made film appearances over the two decades. View wikiJulia Frances Langford (April 4, 1913 – July 11, 2005) was an American singer and entertainer who was popular during the 1930's and 40's and also made film appearances over the two decades. View wiki -
Jane Russell
18,400 listeners
Jane Russell (June 21, 1921 – February 28, 2011) was an American actress and sex symbol. She starred in the legendary comedy Gentlemen Pref… read moreJane Russell (June 21, 1921 – February 28, 2011) was an American actress and sex symbol. She starred in the legendary comedy Gentlemen Prefer Blondes (1953) opposite Marilyn Monroe. Other co-stars include Frank Sinatra and Groucho Marx i… read moreJane Russell (June 21, 1921 – February 28, 2011) was an American actress and sex symbol. She starred in the legendary comedy Gentlemen Prefer Blondes (1953) opposite Marilyn Monroe. Other co-stars include Frank Sinatra and Groucho Marx in the comedy Double Dynamite (1951). View wiki -
Ginger Rogers
8,685 listeners
Ginger Rogers (July 16, 1911 – April 25, 1995) was an American stage actress, dancer, and singer who appeared in film, radio, and televisio… read moreGinger Rogers (July 16, 1911 – April 25, 1995) was an American stage actress, dancer, and singer who appeared in film, radio, and television throughout much of the 20th century. During her long career, she made a total of 73 films, and i… read moreGinger Rogers (July 16, 1911 – April 25, 1995) was an American stage actress, dancer, and singer who appeared in film, radio, and television throughout much of the 20th century. During her long career, she made a total of 73 films, and is noted for her role as Fred Astaire's romantic interes… read more