Roland Bernard "Bunny" Berigan (November 2, 1908 – June 2, 1942) was an American jazz trumpeter and bandleader who rose to fame during the swing era. His career and influence were shortened by alcoholism, and ended with his early demise at the age of 33 from cirrhosis. Although he composed some jazz instrumentals such as "Chicken and Waffles" and "Blues", Berigan was best known for his virtuoso jazz trumpeting. His 1937 classic recording "I Can't Get Started" was inducted into the Grammy Hall... Read more
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Play | Title | Movie | Type | Buy Song |
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I Can't Get Started | RKO 281 | Performer | Buy on Amazon | |
Frankie & Johnny | Brick | Performer | Buy on Amazon | |
I'll Always Be In Love With You | Mitch Albom's 'The Five People You Meet in Heaven' | Performer | Buy on Amazon | |
The Wearing of the Green | Joe Gould's Secret | Performer | Buy on Amazon |