Description
This original July 1950 issue of The New Beat magazine is a vibrant piece of mid‑century music and entertainment history. Billed as “The World’s Brightest Modern Music Magazine,” this edition features a charming cover photograph of Phil Harris and Alice Faye, along with articles and features on leading performers of the era including the Malcolm Mitchell Trio, Jo Stafford, and Donald Peers.
Collectors of vintage music journalism, Hollywood personalities, and 1950s pop culture will appreciate the magazine’s period design, lively editorial style, and its snapshot of the post‑war entertainment world. A wonderful addition to any archive of classic music magazines or celebrity memorabilia.
Modern Music Journalism in Post‑War Britain
By 1950, Britain’s appetite for American‑influenced popular music was growing rapidly, and magazines like The New Beat played a key role in shaping public taste. Combining celebrity features, music commentary, and lively photography, these publications captured the glamour and optimism of the early post‑war years.
Issues featuring major entertainers such as Phil Harris and Alice Faye offer a fascinating look at the crossover between Hollywood, radio, and the emerging modern music scene, making them valuable cultural artefacts for collectors and historians alike.
July 1950 The New Beat Magazine - Phil Harris & Alice Faye Cover
£14.00
1 in stock Show extra info for delivery time
Description
This original July 1950 issue of The New Beat magazine is a vibrant piece of mid‑century music and entertainment history. Billed as “The World’s Brightest Modern Music Magazine,” this edition features a charming cover photograph of Phil Harris and Alice Faye, along with articles and features on leading performers of the era including the Malcolm Mitchell Trio, Jo Stafford, and Donald Peers.
Collectors of vintage music journalism, Hollywood personalities, and 1950s pop culture will appreciate the magazine’s period design, lively editorial style, and its snapshot of the post‑war entertainment world. A wonderful addition to any archive of classic music magazines or celebrity memorabilia.
Modern Music Journalism in Post‑War Britain
By 1950, Britain’s appetite for American‑influenced popular music was growing rapidly, and magazines like The New Beat played a key role in shaping public taste. Combining celebrity features, music commentary, and lively photography, these publications captured the glamour and optimism of the early post‑war years.
Issues featuring major entertainers such as Phil Harris and Alice Faye offer a fascinating look at the crossover between Hollywood, radio, and the emerging modern music scene, making them valuable cultural artefacts for collectors and historians alike.