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Episode 255: "St. Louis Blues"
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Episode 255: "St. Louis Blues"
In 1929, "the Empress of the Blues," Bessie Smith made her only film appearance, starring in this two-reeler titled "St. Louis Blues," written by and based on W. C. Handy’s song of the same name.  Bessie had scored a huge hit in 1925 with her recording of "St. Louis Blues", which had featured Louis Armstrong on cornet.
Video Length: 919
Date Found: June 28, 2010
Date Produced: June 26, 2010
View Count: 0
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