This is the second volume in our new series of famous radio broadcasts ? more ?ne artists to follow a.o.: Ella Fitzgerald, Mildred Bailey, Fats Waller, Cab Calloway etc. It was in the 30ies and 40ieswhen the radio was the most important media before television took over. There were many different radio broadcasts all over USA. Live programs from different concerts and studio recordings. Count Basie had nightly broadcasts from Reno Club in Kansas City. When John Hammond heard a broadcast he went to Kansas City to hear the band in person. He then decided to bring it to New York City where they opened at the Roseland. To be regular featured on the radio was the best promotion an artist could get. Storyville has found many radio programs with various artists that will be released in the Legendary Radio Broadcasts series.
| Format | Recorded Performance |
| Media | 2 x CD |
| Publisher | Storyville Records |
| Language | English |
| UPC | 0717101841226 |