![]() Photo of band leader Guy Lombardo. Image by Music Corporation of America-photo by Maurice Seymour, Chicago., via Wikimedia Commons. Licensed Public domain |
Lombardo Guy And His Royal CanadiansGuy Lombardo (1902-1977) was a Canadian-American bandleader and violinist renowned for his "sweet jazz" style, which captivated audiences for nearly fifty years. He formed the band Guy Lombardo and His Royal Canadians in 1924, achieving significant commercial success with record sales estimated between 100 and 300 million. Lombardo is best remembered for his iconic New Year's Eve broadcasts, which made him synonymous with the holiday, earning him the nickname "Mr. New Year's Eve." Additionally, he was a skilled hydroplane racer, winning several national championships. Lombardo's legacy includes a lasting influence on big band music and a prominent place in American entertainment history. (Source: Wikipedia)
|