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Lemeul Eugene Lucas (June 24, 1900 – January 24, 1972), better known by his stage name Gene Austin, was an American singer and songwriter, one of the early "crooners". His recording of " My Blue Heaven " sold over 5 million copies and was for a while the largest selling record of all time . [1]
Sep 23, 2023 · Gene Austin’s rendition of “Ain’t Misbehavin'” exemplifies his talent for reinterpreting jazz standards and transforming them into his own. Released in 1929, this sultry tune captures the essence of 1920s nightlife, with Austin’s seductive vocals oozing with charm and sophistication.
Jul 10, 2008 · 702K views 15 years ago. Emblematic ditty of the Coolidge Era and, along with the Democratic Party anthem, "Happy Days are Here Again" and "Crazy Words, Crazy Tune" on of the finest brain ...
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Jun 11, 2019 · 1928 HITS ARCHIVE: My Blue Heaven - Gene Austin. Sometimes cited as one of the best-selling records of all-time, this multi-million seller has an interesting ‘back story’ which is related on ...
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May 3, 2019 · This top-selling early recording of the pop standard includes the less-frequently-heard verse.Transferred from the original 78rpm: Victor 20044 - Bye Bye Bla...
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Jan 25, 1972 · PALM SPRINGS, Calif., Jan. 24—Gene Austin, one of the country's most popular crooners of the nineteen‐twenties, whose theme song, “My Bthe Heaven” sold more than 12 million records, died ...
Gene Austin was a singer, songwriter ("When My Sugar Walks Down the Street") and author, educated at Baltimore University. He served in the US Army in 1916 with the Mexican Punitive Expedition, then in World War I.
