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Songs That Got Us Through WWII

 
 
Average Rating:    out of 24 Reviews
Price: $11.98
Sale: $7.43
 
Manufacturer: Rhino / Wea
UPC (Universal Product Code): 081227096021
EAN (European Article Number): 0081227096021
 
 
Binding: Audio CD
Artist: Various Artists
Label: Rhino / Wea
NumberOfDiscs: 1
ReleaseDate Date: 1990-03-16
 
 
Description: They may have rationed meat, milk, canned goods, and gasoline, but there was no limit to the musical talent during World War II. Morale-boosting sounds on the home front and "over there" were one of the Allies' most potent weapons. WWII gave birth to many of the 1940s' most popular artists and songs, as well as many of the most important independent record labels. Songs That Got Us Through WWII is the first of a two-volume series collecting the hits that kept the home fires burning and brought a little bit of America to the G.I.s overseas. Compiled and developed by singer/songwriter/music historian Billy Vera, Vol. 1 features many of the era's biggest artists, including The Andrews Sisters, Frank Sinatra, Duke Ellington, The Mills Brothers, The Ink Spots, Harry James, and many more.
 
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Review Summary: WWII Songs . . . Great gift for older generation Date: 2008-10-28
 
Details: I purchased the songs of WWII CD for my 84 yr old Dad's birthday . . . he and my mother are both enjoying it so much that it's obvious it was a great choice. They told me that they even loaned it to their neighbor to listen to, but made sure he knew they expected it back the next day. Now instead of having the radio or TV on (both of which have little to offer for their age group), they are listening to "THEIR" music in the afternoons.
 
Review Summary: A very good album Date: 2008-07-23
 
Details: This excellent album contains eighteen songs that were popular during the WW2 years. The album starts with that well-known hit Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy (performed by The Andrews Sisters), and then moves between jazzy hits (such as G.I. Jive and Yours). I really enjoyed hearing again some of the songs that used to be so close to my father's heart, including Long Ago (And Far Away) and The White Cliffs of Dover.

I must say that I found this to be a very good album. I miss my GI father, who passed away a year ago, and I felt like I captured a little piece of him when I listened to the music he loved all those years ago. So, if you like that great Big Band sound, or want to get a glimpse into the world of WW2, then get this album. I highly recommend it!
 
Review Summary: 1940's music Date: 2008-05-11
 
Details: Purchased to load onto an MP3 for an older person as a gift. Recipient very pleased
 
Review Summary: Good Ol's WWII song Collection Date: 2008-04-15
 
Details: A good CD collection of songs from the 4o's. Recomend this CD for WWII buffs and lovers of songs form the 40's!
 
Review Summary: Wonderful Music that "transports" you to a former era. Date: 2008-02-22
 
Details: I purchased this CD for my Grandmother's Eight-first birthday party. Her family and friends really enjoyed listening to songs from their younger years. It was a big hit. I would highly recommend this CD based on the reactions of those who lived during WWII.
 
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