Antedating of "Rhythm and Blues"

[Fred Shapiro]

rhythm and blues (OED June 1949)

1949 _N.Y. Times_ 1 Apr. 19  A few of many superlative selections now
available on inexpensive 45 r.p.m. RCA Victor Records ... RHYTHM AND
BLUES.

Fred Shapiro


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