The Jukebox Rebel

I genuinely have no recollection as to how this LP came to be in my collection, but it stands as sure-fire proof that I never throw any record away. The George Mitchell Minstrels, led by Scottish singer, pianist and arranger George Mitchell, were created in 1957 for BBC Radio broadcasts. In 1958, the Minstrels, in red make-up which looked black on camera, transferred to television. Their show was an enormous hit, with a peak viewing audience of 16.5 million viewers in 1964. It won the Golden Rose of Montreux for Best TV Show in the World in 1961. What the hell was the matter with people back then? Quite apart from the casual racism, the trite offerings from these goons could hardly be any more unappealing.

The Jukebox Rebel
25–Feb–2010

A1	[04:04] The George Mitchell Minstrels from The Black and White Minstrel Show - Meet The Minstrels (Medley) (In-numerable) Crooner / Cabaret
A2	[03:51] The George Mitchell Minstrels from The Black and White Minstrel Show - Leslie Stuart Melodies (Medley) (Leslie Stuart) Crooner / Cabaret
A3	[06:07] The George Mitchell Minstrels from The Black and White Minstrel Show - In The Moonlight (Medley) (In-numerable) Crooner / Cabaret
A4	[05:07] The George Mitchell Minstrels from The Black and White Minstrel Show - Your Requests (Medley) (In-numerable) Crooner / Cabaret
B1	[05:56] The George Mitchell Minstrels from The Black and White Minstrel Show - Meet The Girls (Medley) (In-numerable) Crooner / Cabaret
B2	[06:29] The George Mitchell Minstrels from The Black and White Minstrel Show - A Tribute To Al Jolson (Medley) (In-numerable) Crooner / Cabaret
B3	[04:59] The George Mitchell Minstrels from The Black and White Minstrel Show - Memories Of Stephen Foster (Medley) (Stephen Collins Foster) Crooner / Cabaret
B4	[02:57] The George Mitchell Minstrels from The Black and White Minstrel Show - Grand Finale (Medley) (In-numerable) Crooner / Cabaret

ratings by TJR