{"product_id":"2940169674101","title":"Date With the Duke","description":"\u003cp\u003eEdward Kennedy 'Duke' Ellington (1899 - 1974) was and still remains a powerfully influential figure in the world of music. Whether it was in jazz, popular song, big bands, or modern classical-form compositions, Ellington's orchestras always led the way, featuring stylish and innovative arrangements, memorable performances by a wide range of talented vocalists and solo performers, and the sheer showmanship of their handsome and charismatic leader.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e Radio always played a significant role in the popularity of Ellington's orchestras, whether it was the early 1930s weekly broadcasts from the Cotton Club, 1940s late-night remotes from ballrooms and hotels, or a string of guest appearances on popular network variety shows. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHowever, toward the end of World War II, to promote the Seventh War Loan drive, the United States Treasury Department sponsored a series of broadcasts featuring live in-person performances by Ellington and his orchestra.    \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e©2009 Radio Archives (P)2016 Dreamscape Media, LLC\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dreamscape Media","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47099922809072,"sku":"2940169674101","price":24.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0737\/7593\/9824\/files\/2940169674101_p0.jpg?v=1763690338","url":"https:\/\/shop-qa.barnesandnoble.com\/products\/2940169674101","provider":"Barnes \u0026 Noble (DEV)","version":"1.0","type":"link"}