Vinyl Records of the 1930s: A Golden Era in Music History
The 1930s was a pivotal time for music, marked by the rise of popular genres like jazz, blues, and swing. It was also an era that saw the introduction of vinyl records as a viable medium for recording and playing back music. Prior to this period, music enthusiasts relied on shellac records, which had a limited lifespan due to their fragile nature. The advent of vinyl records brought about significant improvements in sound quality and durability, paving the way for the widespread popularity of recorded music.
One of the most iconic artists of the 1930s was Duke Ellington, who was at the forefront of the jazz movement during this era. His influential compositions, such as "Take the 'A' Train" and "Mood Indigo," showcased his mastery of improvisation and ability to blend different musical styles. Other notable musicians of the time included Benny Goodman, Count Basie, and Cab Calloway, all of whom helped shape the sound of swing music.
The 1930s was also a transformative period for classical music, with renowned composers like Igor Stravinsky and Sergei Rachmaninoff producing some of their most celebrated works. The rise of the gramophone allowed these masterpieces to reach a broader audience, contributing to the growth of classical music's popularity during this era. With its rich cultural heritage and technological innovations, the 1930s was indeed a golden age for vinyl records and the music they brought into our lives.
ROBERT JOHNSON "WALKIN' BLUES c/w SWEET HOME CHICAGO" STUNNING 1937 BLUES
Price: £9.99
Condition: New
JACKSON BLUES 1928 - 1938 1968 USA 1st Press Vinyl LP Yazoo Blues Compilation
Price: £34.95
Condition: Used
Billy Merrin And His Commanders, Troubles Are Like Bubbles 1932-1937 LP
Price: £8.82
Condition: Used
AL JOLSON - REHEARSES, REMINISCES AND RABULATES! -- QUANGO USA VINYL LP
Price: £10.08
Condition: Used
Harlem Hamfats – (1936-1939) Limited Edition Jazz Blues Vinyl Record NM / EX
Price: £20.16
Condition: Used
FLETCHER HENDERSON - A STUDY IN FRUSTRATION, VOL. 4. (UK, 1961, CBS, BPG 62004)
Price: £0.00
Condition: Used
Django Reinhardt- Stephane Grappelly : "Parisian Swing". Ace Of Clubs ACL 1189.
Price: £0.00
Condition: Used
Bob Smith Ideal Band Bundle Topic LPs Ideal Music/Better Than Orchestra EX Vinyl
Price: £16.31
Condition: Used
Chinese Classical World Music Vinyl China Record Rare SCX-161 G+/G+
Price: £19.95
Condition: Used
LEADBELLY Leadbelly Vinyl Record Album LP CBS 1970 Mono 1st Country & Folk Blues
Price: £29.99
Condition: Used
Vintage Vinyl Record Collection - Pat Boone, Johnny Mathis & More
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Condition: Used
Django Reinhardt- Stephane Grappelly : "Parisian Swing". Ace Of Clubs ACL 1189.
Price: £0.00
Condition: Used
MILTON BROWNE MUSICAL BROWNIES TAKING OFF! LP TOPIC (1977) NR MINT WESTERN SWING
Price: £0.00
Condition: Used
Glenn Miller ' The Complete Vol. 1 ' Double Vinyl Album RCA Records. Demo Copy
Price: £3.83
Condition: Used
FREDDY GARDNER Music, Maestro, Please 1984 UK Vinyl LP Music, Maestro, Please
Price: £9.80
Condition: Used
NOEL COWARD A TALENT TO AMUSE VINYL LP 1973 PARLOPHONE EXCELLENT CONDITION
Price: £0.00
Condition: Used
SKIP JAMES-THE COMPLETE 1931 SESSION-USA 1986 YAZOO VINYL LP-1072 (M-/EX+)
Price: £27.99
Condition: Used
Skip James - 1939 (Complete Recordings..) -12" Vinyl LP- MSE207 Comp, RM-1982 Ex
Price: £25.99
Condition: Used
Georgia White Sings And Plays The Blues - Vinyl LP - Lonnie Johnson! - G'fold
Price: £25.68
Condition: Used
Dance Time The 1930's Volume 2 - Ray Noble ft Al Bowlly & Joe Haymes - VG+
Price: £9.99
Condition: Used
Mary Lou Williams: Roll 'Em Mary Lou 1929-53 LP 12" Record Vinyl 140g Black
Price: £18.00
Condition: New
Arthur Tracy – South Of The Border: Vinyl LP. Decca – RFL 5. 1980, UK. EX
Price: £5.75
Condition: Used
Louis Armstrong Sings The Blues 180g 12" Vinyl LP Vinyl Record (New sealed)
Price: £9.99
Condition: New
BLIND BOY FULLER- "Truckin' My Blues Away" (Yazoo) US - 1935 -'39 RECS! Reissue!
Price: £0.00
Condition: Used
Marlene Dietrich: The Captivating Voice 1930-62 LP 12" Record Vinyl 140g Black
Price: £18.00
Condition: New
GERALDO & His Orchestra – US 1958? Mono LP: Dance Dance Dance.RCA Camden CAL 442
Price: £0.00
Condition: Used
BING CROSBY Crosby Classics Vinyl Record Album LP Hallmark 1965 Stereo Jazz Pop
Price: £29.99
Condition: Used
Louis Armstrong & His Orchestra Laughing Louis EX-10"vinyl 33 Plays VNicely Jazz
Price: £0.00
Condition: Used
ROBERT JOHNSON King Of The Delta Blues Singers Volume II 1978 UK vinyl LP 2 two
Price: £16.35
Condition: Used
FLETCHER HENDERSON - A STUDY IN FRUSTRATION, VOL. 4. (UK, 1961, CBS, BPG 62004)
Price: £5.91
Condition: Used