Red Nichols

Red Nichols, the dynamic American jazz musician, was a force to be reckoned with in the 1920s and '30s. Born in Utah in 1905, Nichols became a renowned trumpeter and cornetist, leading his band, Red Nichols & The Five Pennies, to immense success. With an estimated 4,000 tracks under his belt during the 1920s alone, Nichols' prolific output included a mix of ragtime, big band, jazz, and swing music. His classic era recordings, released on Brunswick, showcase his virtuosic playing and the infectious energy of his band. While critics may not have placed him on the same pedestal as Armstrong or Beiderbecke, Nichols' contributions to jazz are undeniable, offering a vibrant and engaging journey through the golden age of jazz.