- American Popular Song
Excerpt by Howard S. Becker from Artists--Dealers-- Consumers: On the Social World of Art which discusses the characteristics of the style as well as the songwriters, musicians, and singers.
- American Popular Song
Message board and directories of singers, songwriters, movies, and shows.
- AMG: Vocal Music
Overview of the genre, essay, key artists and albums, and recent releases.
- Craig's BigBands and BigNames
Historic reviews and photos from performers of the 1940s, 50s, and 60s. Includes old time radio broadcast, quiz, and message board.
- Golden Age of American Popular Song
List of writers and performers from 1900-1950; bibliography; links.
- Ian Whitcomb's Literary Corner
Includes articles on Rudy Vallee, Duke Ellington, Irving Berlin, and the first crooners.
- JD Hay's Crooners
Library of songs in WAV format, including those by several pop artists and a 1950s collection.
- Jukebox: American Popular Music in the 1930s
Includes 40 audio files, with background and commentary.
- Parlor Songs
Collection of popular and classical sheet music from the 1800's to the 1940's, cover art, audio samples, composer biographies, and articles on the history, styles, and themes.
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