Category Archives: British Recordings

Jack Payne & His Band – 1933

“I’ve Gotta Get Up And Go To Work” Jack Payne & His Band 1933 (Imperial 2918 A mx 6490) Jack Payne & His Band – I’ve Gotta Get Up And Go To Work] Here is a really great version of … Continue reading

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Carol Porter (Jack Plant)

“Masquerade” Carol Porter, vocal 1932 (Eclipse 287 mx JW827) Carol Porter – Masquerade] “Tomorrow” Carol Porter, vocal 1932 (Eclipse 287 mx JW828) Carol Porter – Tomorrow] Here are a couple of recordings by vocalist Jack Plant who made recordings with … Continue reading

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The Story of “Winter Wonderland” – 1934

“Winter Wonderland” Richard Himber And His Ritz Carlton Orchestra; Joey Nash, vocal 1934 (Victor 24757-B) Richard Himber And His Ritz Carlton Orchestra – Winter Wonderland] “Winter Wonderland” Harry Leader And His Band 1935 (Eclipse 902 A) Harry Leader And His … Continue reading

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Joe Taub & His Melodians – 1933 & 1934

“How Can I Hope To Go On?” Joe Taub And His Melodians 1933 (Eclipse 560-B mx JW1563) Joe Taub And His Melodians – How Can I Hope To Go On] “Thanks” Joe Taub And His Melodians 1933 (Eclipse 560-A mx … Continue reading

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Radio Rhythm Boys – 1931

“Wedding Of The Three Blind Mice” Radio Rhythm Boys 1931 (Edison Bell Radio 1517 mx 90169) Radio Rhythm Boys – Wedding Of The Three Blind Mice] Here is a catchy song from an 8 inch Edison Bell Radio disc.  The … Continue reading

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The White Horse Inn – Selections

“The White Horse Inn Selections Part 1” Orlando And His Orchestra 1932 (Decca F 2869 mx 4203br) Orlando And His Orchestra – The White Horse Inn Selections Part 1] ” The White Horse Inn Selections Part 2″ Orlando And His Orchestra … Continue reading

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Ramon Newton

“Virginia (There’s A Blue Ridge In My Heart)” Ramon Newton 1929 ( Broadcast 318-A) Ramon Newton – Virginia] Cyril Ramon Newton was a British vocalist, violinist and bandleader.   He is probably best remembered for his vocals on recordings by the Savoy … Continue reading

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Herman Finck “In The Shadows”

  “In The Shadows” Zonophone Salon Orchestra 1929 (Zonophone 5551 mx Yy18182) Zonophone Salon Orchestra – In The Shadows] Here is a salon orchestra recording of British composer Herman Finck’s most famous work, “In The Shadows.”  Finck served as music … Continue reading

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Debroy Somers Band

  “Willow Weep For Me” Debroy Somers Band 1933 (Columbia CB 575 mx CA 13381) Debroy Somers Band – Willow Weep For Me] “Look What You’ve Done” Debroy Somers Band; Dan Donovan, vocal 1933 (Columbia CB 575 mx 13431) Debroy … Continue reading

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Savoy Orpheans

“You’re In Kentucky Sure As You’re Born” Savoy Orpheans At The Savoy Hotel, London 1924 (Columbia 3430 A 708) Savoy Orpheans – You’re In Kentucky Sure As You’re Born] The Savoy Orpheans were based out of London’s Savoy Hotel between … Continue reading

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