This week My Place presents the first part of a two-part profile of Kapp Records, an independent record company that operated in New York City between 1954 and 1973. Memorable hit singles by Roger Williams, Jane Morgan, and the Chad Mitchell Trio are among the selections featured.
Broadcast Saturday, April 19, 2014 at 8:00 p.m. But listen online anytime!
The Kapp Records recording of Hello Dolly was the biggest hit of Louis Armstrong's career. It won the Grammy in 1965 as Song Of The Year and Armstrong won for Best Vocal Performance, Male.
