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Jimmie Grier And His Orchestra – 1937

Posted on August 28, 2026 by dismuke

1937 image of the 801 N. La Brea Avenue location of the Chili Bowl restaurant, one of several that existed in the Los Angeles area in the 1930s.   “You’re My Dish” Jimmie Grier And His Orchestra; Julie Gibson, vocal … Continue reading →

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Jimmie Lunceford And His Orchestra – 1939

Posted on August 9, 2026 by dismuke

“You Set Me On Fire” Jimmy Lunceford and His Orchestra; Dan Grisson, vocal January 31, 1939  (Vocalion 4712 mx 24054)   Jimmy Lunceford’s band was one of the more popular bands of the mid-to-late 1930s and was regarded by some … Continue reading →

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