An astonishing vocal group that grew into one of the longest-lasting oldies acts in American popular music the Mills Brothers quickly moved from novelty wonders to pop successes and continued amazing audiences for decades. Originally billed as "Four Boys and a Guitar" the group's early records came complete with a note assuring listeners that the only musical instrument they were hearing was a guitar. The caution was understandable since the Mills Brothers were so proficient at recreating trumpets trombones and saxophones with only their voices that early singles like "Tiger Rag" and "St.

Louis Blues" sounded closer to a hot Dixieland combo than a vocal group. And even after the novelty wore off the group's intricate harmonies continued charming audiences for decades.

Mention the name Archie Lewis and fond memories of his deep rich voice will come flooding back. He was a supreme song stylist and he brought romance to a host of lovely ballads. Relive the magic of this much-missed artist with our exclusive CD which recalls his finest moments.

Conductor composer arranger Stanley Black has been in the forefront of British polar music for almost 70 years. He is of course an accomplished pianist as well and for our unique programme we have selected the cream of Stanley's recordings featuring his piano and orchestra that have delighted so many of us over the years. 20 golden favourites from the 1950s each give that special Stanley Black magic.

Need we say more?

This brand new Exclusives collection is meant not only for the collector but for anyone who just loves the sound of a brilliant brass band.

Ivor Emmanuel began working in the Welsh mines and was advised by a fellow Welshman to audition for the West End. His debut came in Oklahoma! At the Theatre Royal Drury Lane. This golden treasury of song includes many traditional Welsh melodies as well as those West End memories penned by Ivor Novello.

Handsome charming possessing incredible musical gifts he was the Golden Boy of radio stage and screen during the 1920s and 30s. He began his career as a violinist then in 1927 suddenly burst upon the pop music scene as a vocalist. But at the age of 26 Russ's life was cut short.

Yet thanks to the magic of remastering you now can thrill to the magnificent voice of Russ as brilliant as ever. Here are the songs that launched his career.

Tangerine; Green Eyes; Besame Mucho; Maria Glena...4 'Classics' from the golden age of swing that have become uniquely associated with JIMMY DORSEY and his orchestra. Add to this mix the unforgettable voices of Bob Eberly and Helen O'Connell and you have a winning album!

One of the greatest instrumentalists of all time! Exclusivesly produced for Music & Memories this grand tribute is unmatched.

Leon Bix Beiderbecke universally known as 'Bix' was the first great white swing musician. Seventy years after his death he remains one of the most revered and romanticized of figures. He produced a unique and inimitable sound with an unmistakable tone quality and bell-like clarity.

His legacy is one of the most sublime and exciting cornet sounds that has never really been equalled!