Last of the Blue Devils is an affectionate backward glance at the Kansas City "blues" scene of the 1930s. Established as a mecca for jazz musicians during the Prohibition Era, K.C. spawned some of the best musical talent of the era. The film's nostalgia is leavened with mild outrage in noting that, while many of the best blues men were permitted to strut their stuff before white audiences, none were allowed to utilize anything other than "colored only" facilities. Count Basie is the biggest "name" represented in the film, ...
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Last of the Blue Devils is an affectionate backward glance at the Kansas City "blues" scene of the 1930s. Established as a mecca for jazz musicians during the Prohibition Era, K.C. spawned some of the best musical talent of the era. The film's nostalgia is leavened with mild outrage in noting that, while many of the best blues men were permitted to strut their stuff before white audiences, none were allowed to utilize anything other than "colored only" facilities. Count Basie is the biggest "name" represented in the film, though this should not diminish the contribution of such dynamos as Big Joe Turner, Walter Page and Jay McShann. Last of the Blue Devils was produced and directed by Bruce Ricker, who later turned out a praiseworthy documentary on Thelonious Monk. Hal Erickson, Rovi
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Add this copy of The Last of the Blue Devils-the Kansas City Jazz Story to cart. $9.52, good condition, Sold by Goodwill Books rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Hillsboro, OR, UNITED STATES, published 2001.
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Good. May have very light or no surface scratches. Case and cover artwork are included but may show minimal signs of wear. If applicable: Digital copy or ultraviolet codes may be expired or not included. Slipcover may not be included.
Add this copy of The Last of the Blue Devils: The Kansas City Jazz Story to cart. $11.95, new condition, Sold by Topical Books rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from New York, NY, UNITED STATES, published 1995.
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Count Basie and His Orchestra, Big Joe Turner. New in new packaging. Language: English. Run time: 90 mins. Originally released: 1980. Still in shrink-wrap
Add this copy of The Last of the Blue Devils-the Kansas City Jazz Story to cart. $11.99, very good condition, Sold by HPB-Movies rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Dallas, TX, UNITED STATES, published 2001 by Rhapsody Films.
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Sonny Kenner, Jo Jones, Budd Johnson, Paul Gunther, Dizzy Gillespie, Curtis Foster, Jimmy Forrest, Eddie Durham, Count Basie,... Very good. 1979 Run time: 90. Providing great media since 1972. All used discs are inspected and guaranteed. Digital copy/codes may be expired or not included. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority!
