That Year in Music 1936
1936 was a year of musical innovation, from Robert Johnson’s haunting "King of the Delta Blues Singers" to Benny Goodman’s electrifying swing.
That Year in Music 1936
1936 was a year of musical innovation, from Robert Johnson’s haunting "King of the Delta Blues Singers" to Benny Goodman’s electrifying swing.
That Year in Music 1937
1937 brought us Count Basie's timeless swing anthem "One O'Clock Jump" and Billie Holiday's haunting "Solitude." A year where music soared, even as the world faced uncertainty.
That Year in Music 1937
1937 brought us Count Basie's timeless swing anthem "One O'Clock Jump" and Billie Holiday's haunting "Solitude." A year where music soared, even as the world faced uncertainty.
That Year in Music 1938
1938 was a year of musical brilliance, with Benny Goodman swinging on "Sing, Sing, Sing," Vera Lynn lifting spirits with "We'll Meet Again," and Count Basie energising dance floors.
That Year in Music 1938
1938 was a year of musical brilliance, with Benny Goodman swinging on "Sing, Sing, Sing," Vera Lynn lifting spirits with "We'll Meet Again," and Count Basie energising dance floors.
That Year in Music 1939
1939 saw music thrive against the odds. Billie Holiday's haunting "Strange Fruit" redefined jazz, country music gained traction with Bob Wills. Even on the brink of war, creativity soared.
That Year in Music 1939
1939 saw music thrive against the odds. Billie Holiday's haunting "Strange Fruit" redefined jazz, country music gained traction with Bob Wills. Even on the brink of war, creativity soared.
That Year in Music 1940
1940 brought music to the forefront amid wartime chaos. Glenn Miller’s swing ruled the airwaves, Duke Ellington redefined jazz. Even in adversity, the power of song united and inspired.
That Year in Music 1940
1940 brought music to the forefront amid wartime chaos. Glenn Miller’s swing ruled the airwaves, Duke Ellington redefined jazz. Even in adversity, the power of song united and inspired.
That Year in Music 1941
1941 brought timeless tunes amid turbulent times. Glenn Miller’s Chattanooga Choo Choo topped charts, Duke Ellington’s Take the 'A' Train redefined big band. Music thrived, offering comfort and innovation during...
That Year in Music 1941
1941 brought timeless tunes amid turbulent times. Glenn Miller’s Chattanooga Choo Choo topped charts, Duke Ellington’s Take the 'A' Train redefined big band. Music thrived, offering comfort and innovation during...
That Year in Music 1942
1942 was a golden year for music amidst wartime. Glenn Miller’s Chattanooga Choo Choo made history, Bing Crosby’s White Christmas became an eternal classic, and jazz icons like Duke Ellington...
That Year in Music 1942
1942 was a golden year for music amidst wartime. Glenn Miller’s Chattanooga Choo Choo made history, Bing Crosby’s White Christmas became an eternal classic, and jazz icons like Duke Ellington...
That Year in Music 1943
1943 brought resilience and rhythm to a world at war. Duke Ellington’s Black, Brown and Beige dazzled, while Vera Lynn’s We’ll Meet Again became a wartime anthem.
That Year in Music 1943
1943 brought resilience and rhythm to a world at war. Duke Ellington’s Black, Brown and Beige dazzled, while Vera Lynn’s We’ll Meet Again became a wartime anthem.
That Year in Music 1944
In 1944, wartime anthems like G.I. Jive kept spirits high, while jazz legends and big bands ruled the charts. A mix of swing, soul, and hope defined the sound of...
That Year in Music 1944
In 1944, wartime anthems like G.I. Jive kept spirits high, while jazz legends and big bands ruled the charts. A mix of swing, soul, and hope defined the sound of...
That Year in Music 1945
1945 hit all the right notes—Sinatra's velvet vocals soared with The Voice, while Parker’s Ko-Ko sparked a bebop revolution. With Eric Clapton and Rod Stewart entering the world, this post-war...
That Year in Music 1945
1945 hit all the right notes—Sinatra's velvet vocals soared with The Voice, while Parker’s Ko-Ko sparked a bebop revolution. With Eric Clapton and Rod Stewart entering the world, this post-war...
That Year in Music 1946
1946 marked a musical revival, with Sinatra’s The Voice and Nat King Cole’s The Christmas Song becoming timeless classics. The Ink Spots charmed Britain. A year of rhythm, melody, and...
That Year in Music 1946
1946 marked a musical revival, with Sinatra’s The Voice and Nat King Cole’s The Christmas Song becoming timeless classics. The Ink Spots charmed Britain. A year of rhythm, melody, and...
That Year in Music 1947
1947 was a year of musical firsts and future legends. Shirley Bassey’s dazzling debut and Mel Tormé’s smooth jazz enchanted audiences, while Dizzy Gillespie and Hank Williams pushed genre limits...
That Year in Music 1947
1947 was a year of musical firsts and future legends. Shirley Bassey’s dazzling debut and Mel Tormé’s smooth jazz enchanted audiences, while Dizzy Gillespie and Hank Williams pushed genre limits...