I bought this 78 rpm record in 2008 in the antique market of Chengdu, in China. This sweet jazzy stuff was performed in the early 40’s by famous Chinese actress and singer Zhou Xuan (more information here), who was one of the most popular artist in the last years of the pre-communist era in China. The record was published by Pathé – China (百代唱片).
I like this mix of western instruments and a typical Chinese voice, a style which was especially popular in western-influenced Shanghai at that time.
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This is a remarkable recording, thanks! Keep digging around in those markets…
Thanks for your comment ! I found other records like this one in Chengdu, I intend to post other tracks later.
Thanks for the song and for visiting my blog. Like-minded enthusiasts like us must share what knowledge we have with the world.
Do keep in touch and let me know of future discoveries in the 78rpm world.
Hi
What a lovely Music played by this littel lovely lady that I adored for many years…
I Do think that Artistic atricle could last forever, And I do feel glad that there is people like you trying to promote this good music to other people. When you come by HK, show up and I will buy you a Cup of tea and share the life experience on Music!!
HK Snob
Thanks for this one! Great stuff!
Very great one!
Great post!
Makes me remind of Shanghai in 1930s
Thanks for your comment ! These old records are unfortunately not so easy to find in China, it’s a pity !
What, did you live in Shangai in the 1930’s?
other great sites for listening to old Shanghai music:
http://chrisroughan.webs.com/divasofoldshanghai.htm
and
http://odesamaryu.exblog.jp/10974989
and Zhou Xuan’s most famous song: Ye Shanghai:
Thanks John!