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Portrait of Louis Jordan, Paramount Theater(?), New York, N.Y. ca. July 1946. Creator: William Paul Gottlieb
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Portrait of Louis Jordan, Paramount Theater(?), New York, N.Y. ca. July 1946. Creator: William Paul Gottlieb
Portrait of Louis Jordan, Paramount Theater(?), New York, N.Y. ca. July 1946
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Bill Gottlieb Cinema Entertainer Golden Age Of Jazz Gottlieb William P Gottlieb William Paul Jazz Age Jordan Louis Jordan Louis Thomas Louis Jordan Louis Thomas Jordan Paramount Theatre Show Business Showgirl William P Gottlieb William Paul Gottlieb Afro American Film Negative Group Portrait Jazz Musician
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This black and white portrait captures the electrifying energy and charisma of Louis Jordan (1908-1975), an influential figure in the golden age of jazz, at the Paramount Theater in New York City during the summer of 1946. The image, taken by renowned photographer William Paul Gottlieb (1917-2006), showcases Jordan in the prime of his career, surrounded by an enthralled group of female fans and a fellow male musician. The photograph is a testament to the magnetic allure of Jordan's music and stage presence, which helped define the swing era and bridge the gap between traditional jazz and rhythm and blues. The Paramount Theater, a historic venue known for its contributions to American entertainment, provided the perfect backdrop for this iconic moment in jazz history. This evocative image, with its rich contrasts and timeless appeal, continues to resonate as an enduring symbol of the cultural heritage and diversity of America's musical legacy.
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