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Lewis James

Lewis Lyman James (July 27, 1892 – February 19, 1959) was a vocalist and among the most active of recording artists in the United States from 1917 through much of the 1930s. He was a member of The Shannon Four, The Revelers, and The Criterion Trio. He had many Top Ten hits during that time, including "My Baby Boy", "Till We Meet Again", "What'll I Do", "All Alone)" and "Pal of My Cradle Days", among others.

Birth and Death Data: Born July 29, 1892 (Scio Township), Died February 19, 1959 (Chicago)

Date Range of DAHR Recordings: 1911 - 1956

Roles Represented in DAHR: tenor vocal, speaker, vocalist

Notes: Also sings in bass range.

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= Recordings were issued from this master. No recordings issued from other masters.

Recordings (Results 851-875 of 1132 records)

Company Matrix No. Size First Recording Date Title Primary Performer Description Role Audio
OKeh S-7619 10-in. Oct. 1920 I'm in heaven when I'm in my mother's arms Lewis James Male vocal solo, with orchestra vocalist, tenor vocal  
OKeh S-7626 10-in. Oct. 1920 Sighing Crescent Trio Male vocal trio, with orchestra vocalist, tenor vocal  
OKeh S-7632 10-in. Oct. 1920 There's a vacant chair at home sweet home Lewis James ; Elliott Shaw Male vocal duet, with orchestra vocalist, tenor vocal  
OKeh S-7648 10-in. Nov 1920 Little crumbs of happiness Lewis James Male vocal solo, with orchestra vocalist, tenor vocal  
OKeh S-7653 10-in. Nov. 1920 In the heart of dear old Italy Crescent Trio Male vocal trio, with orchestra vocalist, tenor vocal  
OKeh S-7667 10-in. Nov. 1920 One sweet day Lewis James Male vocal solo, with orchestra vocalist, tenor vocal  
OKeh S-7718 10-in. Dec. 1920 Look for the silver lining Lewis James ; Elizabeth Spencer Female-male vocal duet, with orchestra vocalist, tenor vocal  
OKeh S-7730 Not documented Jan. 1921 [Unknown title(s)] Crescent Trio Male vocal trio, with orchestra vocalist, tenor vocal  
OKeh S-7731 10-in. Jan. 1921 I'm missin' Mammy's kissin' Crescent Trio Male vocal trio, with orchestra vocalist, tenor vocal  
OKeh S-7755 10-in. Feb. 1921 The barefoot trail Lewis James Male vocal solo, with orchestra vocalist, tenor vocal  
OKeh S-7769 10-in. Feb. 1921 Sweet bells of San Jose Crescent Trio Male vocal trio, with orchestra vocalist, tenor vocal  
OKeh S-7781 10-in. Feb. 1921 When Lewis James Male vocal solo, with orchestra vocalist, tenor vocal  
OKeh S-7825 10-in. Mar. 1921 Mammy's little sunny honey boy Crescent Trio Male vocal trio, with orchestra vocalist, tenor vocal  
OKeh S-7826 10-in. Mar. 1921 Somebody's mother Crescent Trio Male vocal trio, with orchestra vocalist, tenor vocal  
OKeh S-7880 10-in. Apr. 1921 Do you ever think of me Lewis James ; Shannon Four Male vocal solo, with male vocal quartet and orchestra vocalist, tenor vocal  
OKeh S-7886 10-in. Apr. 1921 The last little mile is the longest Lewis James Male vocal solo, with orchestra vocalist, tenor vocal  
OKeh S-7956 10-in. May 1921 Just keep a thought for me Lewis James ; Shannon Four Male vocal solo and male vocal quartet, with orchestra vocalist, tenor vocal  
OKeh S-7969 10-in. June 1921 Dolly Lewis James ; Shannon Four Male vocal solo and male vocal quartet, with orchestra vocalist, tenor vocal  
OKeh S-72252 10-in. 1923 U.B. 4 me and I'll B. 4 U. Lewis James Male vocal solo vocalist, tenor vocal  
OKeh o-8168 10-in. ca. May 1921 Little girl (Don't say good-bye) Lewis James Male vocal solo, with orchestra vocalist, tenor vocal  
OKeh o-8182 10-in. ca. June 1921 Oh me! Oh my! Lewis James Male vocal solo, with orchestra vocalist, tenor vocal  
OKeh o-8183 10-in. ca. June 1921 Bring back my blushing rose Lewis James Male vocal solo, with orchestra vocalist, tenor vocal  
OKeh 8360 10-in. approximately July 1923 Pale moon Lewis James Male vocal solo, with flute, bells, and piano vocalist, tenor vocal  
OKeh S-70018 10-in. July 1921 When the autumn leaves begin to fall Lewis James ; Shannon Four Male vocal solo and male vocal quartet, with orchestra vocalist, tenor vocal  
OKeh S-70077 10-in. Aug. 1921 I wonder if you still care for me Lewis James Male vocal solo, with orchestra vocalist, tenor vocal  
(Results 851-875 of 1132 records)

Citation

Discography of American Historical Recordings, s.v. "James, Lewis," accessed November 13, 2024, https://adpprod1.library.ucsb.edu/names/109609.

James, Lewis. (2024). In Discography of American Historical Recordings. Retrieved November 13, 2024, from https://adpprod1.library.ucsb.edu/names/109609.

"James, Lewis." Discography of American Historical Recordings. UC Santa Barbara Library, 2024. Web. 13 November 2024.

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URI: https://adpprod1.library.ucsb.edu/names/109609

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