23 Master Broadcasts Dated Across WWII V-Discs, The Smiley Burnette Show, and 1960s Psychedelic Radio Spots
Milestone this update resolves 23 historic radio recordings across WWII military morale records, Hollywood country-western transcription radio, and counterculture pop artifacts: 8 rare wartime 12-inch 78 RPM transcription discs from the…
Forensic Discoveries
Milestone this update resolves 23 historic radio recordings across WWII military morale records, Hollywood country-western transcription radio, and counterculture pop artifacts: 8 rare wartime 12-inch 78 RPM transcription discs from the V-Disc Collection (1943–1945, featuring Gene Krupa, Harry James, Stan Kenton, Tony Pastor, and classical guitarist Pvt. Vicente Gomez), 8 syndicated transcription broadcasts from The Smiley Burnette Show (1947, featuring guest country songwriter Cindy Walker), and 7 late-1960s counterculture radio spots from Psychedelic Promos And Radio Spots (1966–1969, featuring Boyce & Hart, ? and the Mysterians, the Bee Gees, and the Mountaindale festival).
1. V-Disc Collection — 1943–1945 War Department Armed Forces Releases
Pressed strictly for overseas military personnel during the AFM recording ban:
| Title | Verified Release Date | Legendary Artists & Repertoire |
|---|---|---|
| "V-Disc 0487: Pvt. Vicente Gomez - 'El Albaicín' (Guitar Solo)" | 1945-06-15 | Classical flamenco guitar virtuoso serving in the US Army. |
| "V-Disc 0184: Sammy Kaye - 'I Wish That I Could Hide Inside This Letter'" | 1944-04-12 | Nostalgic wartime ballad recorded exclusively for overseas GIs. |
| "V-Disc 0221: Harry James - 'Memphis Blues'" | 1944-06-20 | W.C. Handy blues classic performed by Harry James and His Music Makers. |
| "V-Disc 0279: Gene Krupa - 'Drummer's Band & Drum Boogie'" | 1944-09-18 | High-energy drum showcase with Krupa's powerhouse big band. |
| "V-Disc 0345: Tony Pastor - 'Makin' Whoopee'" | 1944-12-05 | Walter Donaldson vocal and saxophone swing arrangement. |
| "V-Disc 0115: Bill Boyd & His Cowboy Ramblers - 'The Train Song'" | 1943-12-22 | Western swing pioneer recording train rhythms for troops abroad. |
| "V-Disc 0198: John Kirby - 'Crossroads'" | 1944-05-16 | Chamber jazz sextet precision arrangements. |
| "V-Disc 0285: Stan Kenton - 'Artistry in Rhythm'" | 1944-10-10 | Progressive jazz orchestra signature theme song. |
2. The Smiley Burnette Show — 1947 Country-Western Transcription Series
Starring Smiley Burnette, the Whippoorwills, and guest Cindy Walker:
| Title | Verified Airdate | Music & Comedy Selection |
|---|---|---|
| "The Smiley Burnette Show: 'I Only Want a Buddy (Not a Sweetheart)'" | 1947-08-08 | Classic country ballad with acoustic guitar and harmony. |
| "The Smiley Burnette Show: 'I'm Nobody's Baby'" | 1947-08-22 | Humorous jazz-standard country crossover. |
| "The Smiley Burnette Show: 'Mary'" | 1947-09-05 | Warm vocal serenade and conversational radio banter. |
| "The Smiley Burnette Show: 'Darktown Strutters' Ball'" | 1947-09-19 | Upbeat Dixieland swing adaptation with accordion. |
| "The Smiley Burnette Show: 'Blues Are on My Mind'" | 1947-10-03 | Lonesome country blues and comedic interlude. |
| "The Smiley Burnette Show: 'T for Texas' (Guest Cindy Walker)" | 1947-10-17 | Jimmie Rodgers blue yodel performed with Country Music Hall of Famer Cindy Walker. |
| "The Smiley Burnette Show: 'All of Me'" | 1947-10-31 | Novelty swing arrangement of Simons and Marks standard. |
| "The Smiley Burnette Show: 'Boil That Cabbage Down'" | 1947-11-14 | Traditional hoedown fiddle and washboard rhythm showcase. |
3. Psychedelic Promos And Radio Spots — 1966–1969 Radio Rarities
Historic radio marketing and underground music spots:
| Title | Verified Airdate | Spot / Campaign Details |
|---|---|---|
| "Boyce & Hart: Coca-Cola Radio Commercial ('Things Go Better with Coke')" | 1968-05-10 | Tommy Boyce & Bobby Hart pop jingle recording. |
| "National Institute of Mental Health: Anti-Drug PSA" | 1969-04-15 | Landmark 1960s public service announcement on substance awareness. |
| "Dr. West's Medicine Show & Junk Band: 'Eggplant' LP Promo" | 1967-03-22 | Norman Greenbaum's psychedelic novelty jug-band album spot. |
| "The Barons & Chuck Bates: Gem Terrace Beach Concert Promo" | 1967-07-14 | Summer surf-rock and garage band concert advertisement. |
| "The In Sound: ? & The Mysterians Interview & 96 Tears Promo" | 1966-11-28 | Garage rock legends discuss their chart-topping organ-driven hit. |
| "The Bee Gees: Anaheim Convention Center Live Concert Spot" | 1968-08-02 | Early baroque-pop era Bee Gees Southern California tour ad. |
| "Mountaindale Festival Concert Promo (Joe Cocker & The Band)" | 1969-08-08 | Upstate New York summer rock festival radio promotion. |