Cab Calloway

AOld man of the mountain
B(Band)Nightfall

Label: Imperial
Catalogue number: 2780
Genre: Jazz
Format: 78rpm shellac disc, 10 inch unless noted
Reference: #11581

Cab Calloway, the famous 'Hi-De-Ho' bandleader, recorded 'Old Man of the Mountain' and a band number on Imperial Records — unusual for such a major artist to appear on a cheap British label, suggesting a reissue or licensing arrangement.

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