Conversation so far:
When did Mae West begin her recording career?
Mae West's recording career started in the early 1930s
What did Mae West do to begin her recording career?
West released her film songs on shellac 78 rpm records
Did Mae West's film songs on 78 rpm records become popular?

Question: Are there any other interesting aspects about this article?
Self-contained rewrite: Are there any other interesting aspects about this article, besides the beginning of Mae West's recording career and her 78 rpm records?