I haven't seen all that many Soundies, and this is one of the best. The Delta Rhythm Boys--whom I had heard of but never seen before--are terrific, the dancing is great, the girls are absolutely stunning, the harmonies are perfect, everyone looks like they're having a hell of a good time, and you can't help but have one too while you're watching this. Highly recommended.
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The Delta Rhythm Boy
boblipton5 December 2022
The Delta Rhythm Boys sing the title song in this lively soundie.
It's one of more than two thousand "soundies" produced between 1939 and 1947, meant to be played on a device called a Mills Panoram. For seven years they could be found in bars, night clubs, and other places where people would gather. Think of them as music videos, available for viewing at a dime a song. Other companies got into the production end also.
The Delta Rhythm Boys perform the song on a set made up to look like a subway train (presumably the A) along with a lively backup chorus of dancers. They're a close-harmony group whose version is lively and melodious.
It's one of more than two thousand "soundies" produced between 1939 and 1947, meant to be played on a device called a Mills Panoram. For seven years they could be found in bars, night clubs, and other places where people would gather. Think of them as music videos, available for viewing at a dime a song. Other companies got into the production end also.
The Delta Rhythm Boys perform the song on a set made up to look like a subway train (presumably the A) along with a lively backup chorus of dancers. They're a close-harmony group whose version is lively and melodious.
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