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Showing posts with label 1940s. Show all posts
Showing posts with label 1940s. Show all posts

Saturday, December 18, 2021

I Dreamt I Dwelt in Harlem (1941, Soundie)











Starring:

Storyline
The Delta Rhythm Boys perform "I Dreamt I Dwelt in Harlem" (1941).

Monday, November 22, 2021

Just a Sittin' and a Rockin' (1945, Soundie)











Starring:
Delta Rhythm Boys performing "Just a Sittin and a Rockin" (1945).

Saturday, November 20, 2021

Low Down Dog (1944, Soundie)











Starring:
  • Meade Lux Lewis
Storyline
Meade Lux Lewis is performing "Low Down Dog" (1944).

Wednesday, June 30, 2021

Caravan (1942, Soundie)
















Starring:
Storyline
The Mills Brothers perform "Caravan" with a variety of dancers with cutting-edge moves of their time.

Tuesday, June 29, 2021

Sandin' Joe (1945, Soundie)











Starring:
  • Dallas Bartley & His Band 
Storyline
Dallas Bartley and his band perform "Sandin' Joe."