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#176 Billie Holiday's New York

#176 Billie Holiday's New York

FromThe Bowery Boys: New York City History


#176 Billie Holiday's New York

FromThe Bowery Boys: New York City History

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Length:
37 minutes
Released:
Jan 23, 2015
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

 Grab your fedora and take a trip with the Bowery Boys into the heart of New York City's jazz scene -- late nights, smoky bars, neon signs -- through the eyes of one of the greatest American vocalists who ever lived here -- Billie Holiday.
This a tour of the three great jazz centers of the early and mid 20th century -- 133rd Street in Harlem, 52nd Street (aka Swing Street) in Midtown, and Greenwich Village.
Featuring snippets of some of Holiday's greatest vocal performances.
 
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Released:
Jan 23, 2015
Format:
Podcast episode

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New York City history is America's history. It's the hometown of the world, and most people know the city's familiar landmarks, buildings and streets. Why not look a little closer and have fun while doing it?