Les Brown And His Orchestra

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Les Brown (March 14, 1912 - January 4, 2001) was a hugely popular and veteran jazz bandleader, clarinetist, and arranger who became famous during the 1940s. His long string of hits includes the chart-toppers, "Sentimental Journey" (1945), "My Dreams Are Getting Better All The Time" (1945), and "I've Got My Love To Keep Me Warm" (1948). He led Les Brown & His Band of Renown for nearly seven decades from 1938-2000.


Best known songs (with years) include:

  • 'Tain't Me (1945)
  • My Dreams Are Getting Better All The Time (1945)
  • Sentimental Journey (1945)
  • Till The End Of Time (1945)
  • Doctor, Lawyer, Indian Chief (1946)
  • The Whole World Is Singing My Song (1946)
  • You Won't Be Satisfied (Until You Break My Heart) (1946)
  • Sooner Or Later (1947)
  • I've Got My Love To Keep Me Warm (1948)
  • Undecided (1951)

Pop charts debut year: 1939

Years active: 1936-2000

Genres: Jazz, big band, swing, traditional pop

Labels: Okeh, Columbia, Coral, Decca, Bluebird, Capitol

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