The legendary "Hi De Ho" man was a energetic showman, gifted singer, talented actor and trendsetting fashion plate. A truly larger than life figure in American pop culture, immortalized in cartoons ...

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Clad in white tie and tails, dancing and scatting his way through the "hi-de-ho" chorus of "Minnie the Mooche," Cab Calloway exuded a sly charm and sophistication that endeared him to legions of fans.

Following are a few highlights of Calloway`s classic performances, as preserved on recordings and video: A Collector`s ”Porgy and Bess” (RCA Victrola). You haven`t heard George Gershwin`s ”It Ain`t ...

There he is: on-stage alone, elderly, confronted with a young audience waiting for other artists. To keep them from getting antsy, he turns to the orchestra and leads them into an old song. As he ...