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Smilin' Ed McConnell: The Sunshine Melody Man by Trav S.D.

Smilin’ Ed McConnell (1892-1954) was born this day. The son of an Atlanta minister, McConnell started out as a gospel and folk singer, breaking into local radio in 1922. Fifteen years later he became NBC’s “Sunshine Melody Man”, bringing songs and folksy patter to national audiences, and introducing musical guests. In 1944 McConnell attained his […]

SOURCE: Trav S.D. at 8:54am on January 12, 2019 ☆ ⚑

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