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The Soundies Book

A Revised and Expanded Guide

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  • 428 pages
  • 15 hours of reading

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Exploring the origins of music videos, this book delves into "Soundies," short musical films that showcased performances by iconic artists like Louis Armstrong and Cab Calloway during the 1940s. Initially a simple novelty in jukeboxes, these mini-musicals captured unique performances that have become invaluable historical artifacts for film and music enthusiasts. The book highlights the impact of these films on the entertainment industry and their lasting legacy in popular culture.

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The Soundies Book, Scott Macgillivray

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2007
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