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Erskine Hawkins and His Orchestra

A powerhouse swing band known for high‑energy arrangements and tight brass work.

Hawkins, nicknamed “The 20th Century Gabriel,” was one of the most distinctive trumpeters of the swing era.

Recorded c. late 1930s

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