The 1950s was a decade of transition of Disney movies from its early masterpieces like Pinocchio, Fantasia, Bambi, and Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs to a whole new level of fairy tales, Disney princesses, and animated musical adventures. Let’s take a look at the top Disney movies of the 1950s. Cinderella … Read more
Introduction to Classic Television The short history of the late-night talk show The short history of soap operas Television’s impact on society and culture Television in the 1950s Television in the 1960s Television in the 1970s Television in the 1980s Television in the 1990s Classic TV – Conclusion It is no doubt … Read more
It’s been over five decades since I Love Lucy’s first broadcast (in 1951), but the show has never gotten old, and it is still as hilarious as it’s ever been. I Love Lucy broke several technical and artistic grounds, as well as shattered racial and social barriers, something which was unprecedented on … Read more
Elvis Presley was the one who made the musical explosion during the 50s — sure, he was not the inventor of rock n’ roll, but he made it more mainstream and accessible. Other rock n’ roll pioneers such as Chuck Berry and Jerry Lee Lewis continued to bring fire and passion of … Read more
In the vibrant tapestry of 20th-century music, few names shine as subtly yet significantly as Ernie Freeman. A maestro whose fingers danced across piano keys with the same ease and passion with which he orchestrated chart-topping hits, Freeman’s journey from a budding talent in Cleveland to a sought-after arranger in Los Angeles … Read more
Who are the Chordettes? Forever to be remembered for their hit song “Mr. Sandman,” The Chordettes are considered one of the most popular close-harmony singing groups of all time. They were formed in Sheboygan, Wisconsin in the mid-1940s. The group consisted of Janet Ertel and her sister in-law Carol Buschmann, Dorothy Schwartz … Read more
Introduction Dorothy Collins (born Marjorie Chandler in 1926 – died in 1994) was a Canadian/American singer and actress, who reached the peak of fame during the 50s music era. She had been a singer on several local radio stations in Windsor, Ontario in Canada (her birthplace) and Detroit. When pioneer bandleader Raymond … Read more
Julius LaRosa is a traditional pop singer and television and radio personality whose career started during the 1950s. A quick overview of Julius LaRosa’s career Julius LaRosa is an American singer in the traditional vein. His career became particularly prominent in the 1950s. He was born in Brooklyn, New York, in 1930. … Read more
Bill Haley and the Comets were founded and led by Bill Haley (1925 1981). His act is considered one of the earliest architects of rockabilly and most of all classic rock and roll music. He and his band, called Bill Haley and the Saddlemen, were playing country music until he changed the … Read more