The Big Band and Swing Podcast

By: Swing City Radio
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  • The Big Band and Swing Podcast is a weekly podcast that focuses on the music, artists and history of the Big Band Era of the 1930‘s, 1940’s and 1950‘s. You will hear classic Big Band recordings and forgotten performances rescued from Old Time Radio Broadcasts (OTR), Soundies, V-Discs and other AFRS archives.
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  • Brother Bill and Pig Foot Pete (Show 248)

    Brother Bill and Pig Foot Pete (Show 248)
    Jan 31 2025

    Features vintage recordings by Tiny Bradshaw, Glenn Miller and Frank Trumbauer. We also listen to some Mambo music by Victor Young.

    Consider supporting The Big Band and Swing Podcast by becoming a Hepcat. Learn more at SupportSwing.com.

    * The music featured in this podcast is considered Public Domain. Artists are credited within the podcast.
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    29 mins
  • Two Cigarettes and a Rhythm Cocktail (Show 247)

    Two Cigarettes and a Rhythm Cocktail (Show 247)
    Jan 24 2025

    Features vintage music by Tommy Dorsey, Martha Tilton and Charlie Barnet. We also learn a little bit about Ben Selvin and we hear an awesome drum solo by Buddy Rich.

    Consider supporting The Big Band and Swing Podcast by becoming a Hepcat. Learn more at SupportSwing.com.

    * The music featured in this podcast is considered Public Domain. Artists are credited within the podcast.
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    31 mins
  • A Slick Chick in the Rose Room (Show 246)

    A Slick Chick in the Rose Room (Show 246)
    Jan 17 2025

    Features vintage recordings by Artie Shaw, Lionel Hampton and Freddie Slack. We also hear an old ad spot from Feen-A-Mint.

    Consider supporting The Big Band and Swing Podcast by becoming a Hepcat. Learn more at SupportSwing.com.

    * The music featured in this podcast is considered Public Domain. Artists are credited within the podcast.
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    30 mins

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