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Word: crosbyland (lookup in dictionary) (lookup stats)
Dates: during 1950-1959
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...vocal wobble or his persistently overeasy manner, it is an impressive performance, for Crosby is identified with a long parade of popular tunes, from Pennies from Heaven to White Christmas to The Bells of St. Mary's. The U.S. may have changed in 20 years, but not Crosbyland: the emotions are pleasant, never heated, and just a bit weary, the words are confidently unsophisticated, the crooning exactly what it was when Bing made the first record put out by Decca (Just a Wearyin' for You) in 1934. Decca is launching its 20th anniversary "push" with the Crosby package...

Author: /time Magazine | Title: Music: New Pop Records, Sep. 13, 1954 | 9/13/1954 | See Source »

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