Will Bradley
Wilbur Schwichtenberg, known professionally as Will Bradley, was born on July
12, 1912, in Newton, New Jersey. He was American trombonist and bandleader
started his career as a trombonist and bandleader. In 1928, Schwichtenberg moved
to New York City and joined bands such as Red Nichols & His Five Pennies.
Bradley formed his own big band in 1939 with Ray McKinley, achieving popularity
with hits like "Beat Me Daddy, Eight to the Bar" and "Scrub Me Mama with a
Boogie Beat". The band also recorded "Down the Road a Piece", featuring vocals
by Don Raye. In 1942, McKinley left to form ...
When You Wish Upon a StarWill Bradley and Will Bradley & His Orchestra
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The Johnson RagWill Bradley and Will Bradley & His Orchestra
Forever More
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StardustWill Bradley, Ray McKinley Orchestra and Ray McKinley & His Orchestra
Rock‐A‐Bye the Boogie
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High on a Windy HillWill Bradley, Ray McKinley and Will Bradley & His Orchestra
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In a Little Spanish TownWill Bradley
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The Woodpecker SongWill Bradley and Will Bradley & His Orchestra
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