Tag: 1940s

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  How Nat Became King

  Hittin’ the Ramp documents the early jazz trio days of Nat King Cole, and After Midnight looks back upon them more ›

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  Music Out of the Moon

  Les Baxter’s “Music out of the Moon” exemplifies early space-age pop, blending diverse styles and showcasing innovative sounds, marking his rise as a pioneering composer and conductor. more ›

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  Welcome to Cairowood

  Examples of Egyptian filmmaking date back to the beginning of the 20th century, with Cairo becoming a hub of commercial filmmaking in the Arab world with the introduction of sound. more ›