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...
I Concentrate on YouHal Kemp and Hal Kemp & His Orchestra
Talkin' to My Heart: 1934 - 1940
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With Plenty of Money and YouHal Kemp
The Best of Hal Kemp and His Orchestra
Mood IndigoHal Kemp and Hal Kemp & His Orchestra
Talkin' to My Heart: 1934 - 1940
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AloneHal Kemp and Hal Kemp & His Orchestra
The Best of Hal Kemp and His Orchestra
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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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Time on My HandsHal Kemp, Hal Kemp & His Orchestra and Nan Wynn
Talkin' to My Heart: 1934 - 1940
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