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  Today’s episode features the illustrious life and music of Cab Calloway. Because of the long length of his career and his involvement in the television and film industry, there’s no shortage of footage of Calloway performing. Check out some highlights in the links below: In the early 1930’s Max Fleisher used his patented rotoscope… Read more »

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  In today’s episode, Mike spotlights bandleaders Bennie Moten and Jimmie Lunceford. While they may not be household names, their impact on the Big Band Era is still greatly felt. We hope this episode inspires you to dig more into the music of these swinging bands and uncover new music within the Big Band Era. … Read more »

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Happy Holidays from Listening with Leckrone! Holiday music is everywhere this time of year. To offset the same old songs playing through your head, Mike has curated a playlist of Holiday Hits you may not have heard before. While the songs are familiar, hopefully arrangements from Fats Waller, Stan Kenton, or Tommy Dorsey will breathe… Read more »

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In this episode, Mike explores the career and music of Wisconsin’s own Les Paul, legendary guitarist and inventor. In addition to having an impact on the industry through his musicianship, he also greatly influenced physical guitar models and recording techniques through his own inventions and explorations. Whether you are listening to his early jazz trio,… Read more »

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