Hal Kemp
James Hal Kemp, known professionally as Hal Kemp, was born on March 27, 1904, in
Marion, Alabama. He led his first jazz group, the Carolina Club Orchestra, while
studying at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. In 1927, Kemp
formed his own orchestra, which later signed with Brunswick Records. During the
Great Depression, Kemp shifted his band's style to a dance-oriented sound.
Kemp's band was highly popular in the 1930s, appearing regularly on radio shows.
Notable songs include "Got A Date With An Angel" and Heart Of Stone". He also
had Number 1 hits with "There's a S...
Blue MoonHal Kemp
Talkin' to My Heart: 1934 - 1940
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It's Only a Paper MoonHal Kemp, Skinnay Ennis and Hal Kemp & His Orchestra
Talkin' to My Heart: 1934 - 1940
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Sunrise SerenadeHal Kemp, Frankie Carle, Hal Kemp & His Orchestra and Mauro Ottolini
Big Band Instrumentals: 16 Most Requested Songs
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Goodnight My LoveHal Kemp, Bob Allen and Hal Kemp & His Orchestra
The Best of Hal Kemp and His Orchestra
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With Plenty of Money and YouHal Kemp
The Best of Hal Kemp and His Orchestra
When I'm With YouHal Kemp, Skinnay Ennis and Hal Kemp & His Orchestra
The Best of Hal Kemp and His Orchestra
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