Air Week: February 19-25, 2018

Ivory Joe Hunter, Pt. 2 – The 1950s

The “Juke” continues its feature on Ivory Joe Hunter this week with part 2 of 2. On this week’s show, Matt The Cat looks at Hunter’s successful run of hits from 1950-1958, including his biggest crossover success with “Since I Met You Baby” and “Empty Arms.” You’ll also get to hear a live performance of “Since I Met You Baby” performed on the Ed Sullivan Show from 1957! Ivory Joe Hunter had 21 hit R&B records from 1945-1958. Last week, you heard all of his charting hits from the 1940s and this week, we complete the series with all of his hits from the 1950s. Finally, this versatile R&B and Country performer gets the recognition that he so rightfully deserves on the “Juke In The Back.”

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