Description
A vintage Decca 78 rpm shellac record featuring Harry Lester and His Hayseeds performing Bell Bottomed Trousers, backed with The Farmyard Melody. The labels credit “Goofus” with vocal and yodelling on the first side, and vocal and imitations on the reverse, giving this pairing its distinctive novelty appeal.
Manufactured in England, this record carries catalogue number F.8547 and blue-and-gold Decca “The Supreme Record” labels.
- Side A: Bell Bottomed Trousers – arranged by H. Lester; label matrix DR.9474
- Side B: The Farmyard Melody – arranged by “Goofus” and H. Lester; label matrix DR.9476
- Artist: Harry Lester and His Hayseeds
- Label: Decca
- Speed: 78 rpm
A glimpse of 1940s novelty entertainment
A discographic listing dates the recording of this version of Bell Bottomed Trousers to June 1945. The combination of yodelling and vocal imitations documented on the labels offers a snapshot of the group's playful approach to popular entertainment. An interesting pairing for collectors of vintage novelty recordings and Decca shellac records.
Condition
Every record has a story, and this pre-loved copy is ready for its next chapter. It has been play-tested and plays beautifully. Please take a close look at all photographs to assess its condition for your satisfaction before purchasing.
78 rpm Shellac – Harry Lester and His Hayseeds – Bell Bottomed Trousers / The Farmyard Melody (Decca F.8547)
£7.50
Description
A vintage Decca 78 rpm shellac record featuring Harry Lester and His Hayseeds performing Bell Bottomed Trousers, backed with The Farmyard Melody. The labels credit “Goofus” with vocal and yodelling on the first side, and vocal and imitations on the reverse, giving this pairing its distinctive novelty appeal.
Manufactured in England, this record carries catalogue number F.8547 and blue-and-gold Decca “The Supreme Record” labels.
- Side A: Bell Bottomed Trousers – arranged by H. Lester; label matrix DR.9474
- Side B: The Farmyard Melody – arranged by “Goofus” and H. Lester; label matrix DR.9476
- Artist: Harry Lester and His Hayseeds
- Label: Decca
- Speed: 78 rpm
A glimpse of 1940s novelty entertainment
A discographic listing dates the recording of this version of Bell Bottomed Trousers to June 1945. The combination of yodelling and vocal imitations documented on the labels offers a snapshot of the group's playful approach to popular entertainment. An interesting pairing for collectors of vintage novelty recordings and Decca shellac records.
Condition
Every record has a story, and this pre-loved copy is ready for its next chapter. It has been play-tested and plays beautifully. Please take a close look at all photographs to assess its condition for your satisfaction before purchasing.