Count Basie
Roy Plomley's castaway is bandleader Count Basie.
Luxury: Picture of family with a New York background
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Music Played
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Les Brown and His Band of Renown
I've Got My Love to Keep Me Warm
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Ella Fitzgerald
Hard-Hearted Hannah, The Vamp Of Savannah
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Fats Waller and His Rhythm
Honeysuckle Rose
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Tommy Dorsey and His Orchestra
I'm Getting Sentimental Over You
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Billy Eckstine
Goodbye
Artist: Jack Miller and his Orchestra
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Louis Armstrong & His Orchestra
Confessin'
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Sarah Vaughan
How High The Moon
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Duke Ellington and His Orchestra
Warm Valley
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Luxury Choice
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Picture of family with a New York background
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Credits
| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Presenter | Roy Plomley |
| Interviewed Guest | Count Basie |
Broadcast
- Mon 10 Jun 1957 13:10Home Service
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