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Years active. 1927–1994. Cabell Calloway III (December 25, 1907 – November 18, 1994) was an American jazz singer and bandleader. He was a regular performer at the Cotton Club in Harlem, where he became a popular vocalist of the swing era.
The Old Man of the Mountain Lyrics: With his long white beard and a crooked staff / He tramps along while the folks all laugh / With a twinkle in his eye, he passes them by / The Old Man of...
1932 Cab Calloway - Old Man Of The Mountain. The much-recorded 1932 song is still known by many due to Max Fleischer’s same-named Betty Boop pre-code film short which featured the...
The song “The Old Man of the Mountain,” performed by Cab Calloway, holds a special place in my heart. Growing up, I was introduced to this song while watching the iconic Betty Boop cartoons, where Calloway’s unique voice and scatting became synonymous with these animated classics.
Provided to YouTube by Legacy RecordingsThe Old Man Of The Mountain · Cab Calloway & His OrchestraChronological Calloway, Vol 1 (1932-33)℗ Originally Release...
NOTE: Since its posting here, this raw 78 transfer has been further processed and re-posted in cleaner de-clicked audio (including the original label scan) t...
Cab Calloway, American bandleader, singer, and all-around entertainer known for his exuberant performing style and for leading one of the most highly regarded big bands of the swing era. His most famous composition was ‘Minnie the Moocher,’ a song that showcased his ability at scat singing.
