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Orval “Baggie” Hardimon: Kokomo Legend

Orval “Baggie” Hardimon: Kokomo Legend

FromCultural Manifesto


Orval “Baggie” Hardimon: Kokomo Legend

FromCultural Manifesto

ratings:
Length:
20 minutes
Released:
Sep 9, 2021
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

Orval “Baggie” Hardimon is a legend of the Kokomo music scene. This week, Kyle Long shares rare records released by Hardimon in the 1940s, as well as an unreleased recording from Hardimon’s Kokomo home in 1961 featuring the iconic jazz organist, Jimmy Smith. This episode also celebrates the 50th anniversary of Marvin Gaye’s “What’s Going On” — an album featuring three songs co-written by Indianapolis-born James Nyx, Jr.
Released:
Sep 9, 2021
Format:
Podcast episode

Titles in the series (100)

Each week on Cultural Manifesto, Kyle Long reveals stories and sounds from the creative frontlines of the past and present. Through music, archives and artist interviews, discover how creators shape meaning with sound, in Indianapolis and well beyond. Tune in each week to this WFYI Public Media show for discoveries that will delight your ears and expand your understanding of our shared world.