Acting
Kay Kyser
James Kern Kyser (June 18, 1905 – July 23, 1985), known as Kay Kyser, was a popular radio personality and bandleader in the 1930's and 40's. Kyser's most popular show was Kay Kyser's Kollege of Musical Knowledge, which combined popular music with a quiz show format. It aired on Mutual Radio in 1938 and then moved to NBC Radio from 1939 to 1949. Kyser led the band as “The Ol’ Perfessor,” spouting signature catch phrases like, “That’s right—you’re wrong,” “Evenin’ folks, how y’all?” and “C'mon, chillun! Le's dance!” Kyser was also known for having his singers sing the song titles, a device copied by Sammy Kaye and Blue Barron. When the song began, one of the band's lead singers (usually Harry Babbitt) sang the title phrase, and then the first verse or two of the song was performed instrumentally before the lyrics resumed.
Titles
The Mike Douglas Show
1961
Stage Door Canteen
1943
The Movie Orgy
1968
That's Right – You're Wrong
1939
Show-Business at War
1943
Africa Squeaks
1940
Thousands Cheer
1943
Showbiz Goes to War
1982
Swing Fever
1943
You'll Find Out
1940
Around the World
1943
My Favorite Spy
1942
Hedda Hopper's Hollywood No. 2
1941
Hedda Hopper's Hollywood No. 1
1941
Carolina Blues
1944
Playmates
1941
Invisible Opponent
1933