Episode 318, Songs With Stories, presents the stories behind eight iconic 20th century songs: That’s All Right Mama, Foggy Mountain Breakdown, We Shall Overcome, La Bamba, Alexander’s Ragtime Band, Ain’t That A Shame, In The…
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Episode 317, My Favorite Christmas Music
In Episode 317, My Favorite Christmas Music, Sam Waldron presents 17 recordings from six previous holiday episodes of 45RPM, Music of the 40s and 50s. Performers include Ernest Tubb, Dean Martin, Julie London, Nat King…
Episode 316, My Favorite Big Band Music
Episode 316, My Favorite Big Band Music, features 19 of Sam Waldron’s favorite recordings by bands and orchestras, presenting a variety of sounds, from a 1930s ballroom dance floor to a 1950s Saturday afternoon college…
Episode 271, World War Two Love Songs
Episode 271, World War Two Love Songs, presents timeless classics performed by Mildred Bailey, Perry Como, Benny Goodman, Helen Forrest, Lester Lanin, Judy Garland and many more. 45 RPM, Music of the 40s and…
Show 99, “Big Bands,”
Show 99, “Big Bands,” features 18 recordings by 12 bands and orchestras, an hour perfect for dancing. Songs include “Song of India,” “In the Mood,” “Tea for Two,” and “Little Brown Jug.” Performers include Glen…
