2 shellac records · mostly British pressings, 1900s–1950s
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The Goofus Five were an early jazz novelty group recording for Parlophone in the 1920s. 'I Wonder What Became of Joe?' and 'Poor Papa' are light novelty jazz sides from the acoustic era. The Goofus (a unique wind instrument) gave the group its distinctive sound. Parlophone pressings from this period survive in moderate quantities.AI summary
Parlophone lE5618 Jazz
The Goofus Five recorded 'Oh How I Love My Darling' and 'Everybody Loves My Baby' for Parlophone E5326. The Goofus was a saxophone-like novelty instrument popular in early jazz; the Goofus Five were an ensemble built around it, active in the late 1920s.AI summary
Parlophone E5326 Jazz