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Eddie Lang

Eddie Lang (1902–1933) was an American banjoist, guitarist and violinist.

Also recorded as Salvatore Massaro

Eddie Lang

13th February 1929: Charles King (1899 - 1944), Anita Page and Bessie Love (1898 - 1986) pose with Earl Burtnett and his Brunswick Orchestra and a huge version of the 'Broadway Melody' song on disc. They are publicising the first MGM musical, 'Broadway Melody'. Photographed are: Nacio Herb Brown, James Burroughs, Earl Burtnett, Eddie Bush, Paul Gibbons, Charles King, Ches Kirkpatrick, Eddie Lang,

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Born
1902. · Philadelphia.
Died
1933. · New York City.
Nationality
United States.
Occupation
banjoist, guitarist, violinist and musician.
Fields
jazz.
Languages
English.

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  1. 01Biography
  2. 02Archives and collections
  3. 03Notes, references and evidence

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