“Essentially, the popular musician in America must learn that his basic job is to entertain people, to make them forget their sorrows for a moment or two; in the same sense that any popular art form must aim at the same distraction value. Any such job as that is basically a young man's business. It takes a young man's energy to go traveling around the country, night after night in a different place, prancing and cavorting around in front of mobs of people all out to try to forget their problems for an evening. And for a young man it can be a good enough way of life, if he happens to like it.”
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Artie Shaw
Artie Shaw was a renowned clarinetist known for his unique playing style and extensive musical achievements. Born on May 23, 1910, and passing away on December 30, 2004, Shaw played a significant role in the music scene of the 1930s and 1940s. His band stood out in the jazz world with its innovative playing style and distinctive musical arrangements. more
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