Anthology: The Last Recording Pioneer
A long-forgotten and overlooked personality of the entertainment industry, Irving Kaufman was among the most popular, active, and versatile singers in recording history. He sang on countless phonograph records and worked with such legends as Billy Murray, Al Jolson, Eddie Cantor, Sophie Tucker, and later, Tiny Tim. His recorded output spanned longer than virtually any other artist—from 1914 to 1974.  This CD represents Irving’s incredible 60-year span of activity, beginning from his first acoustic recordings in 1914 to the final cuts made in his home in August 1974. The booklet includes several rare photographs, some contributed by Irving's family, and features detailed liner notes by Kaufman expert Ryan Barna, examining both the professional and personal life of this legendary performer.