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Jack Hylton and his Orchestra - Happy Feet - 1930
Jack Hylton (born John Greenhalgh Hilton; July 2, 1892 β January 29, 1965) was an English pianist, composer, band leader and impresario .
Hylton rose to prominence during the British dance band era, being referred as the "British King of Jazz" and "The Ambassador of British Dance Music" by the musical press, not only because of his worldwide popularity but also for his use of unusually large ensembles for the time and his polished arrangements. He mostly retired from the music industry after 1940, becoming a successful theatrical businessman until his death.
On this recording (Matrix #BLR -6335) of "Happy Feet," in Berlin, May 9, 1930, Pat OβMalley sings with Jack Hylton & His Orchestra. - more at Wikipedia
Jack Hylton (born John Greenhalgh Hilton; July 2, 1892 β January 29, 1965) was an English pianist, composer, band leader and impresario .
Hylton rose to prominence during the British dance band era, being referred as the "British King of Jazz" and "The Ambassador of British Dance Music" by the musical press, not only because of his worldwide popularity but also for his use of unusually large ensembles for the time and his polished arrangements. He mostly retired from the music industry after 1940, becoming a successful theatrical businessman until his death.
On this recording (Matrix #BLR -6335) of "Happy Feet," in Berlin, May 9, 1930, Pat OβMalley sings with Jack Hylton & His Orchestra. - more at Wikipedia
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