Zarah Leander, Novgorod and White Roses in Germany
For this part of my series on music during World War II I’m mostly staying in Germany, but it’ll include a little bit on … Read More
Allied music during WWII
Compered to the music from World War I many World War II songs focused more on romance and strength instead of propaganda, morale, and … Read More
Japan and japanese music during WWII
In Japan the musical genre of ”ryūkōka” had been popular since the 20’s. It was influenced by western music, however after 1936 war songs … Read More
French music during WWII
It took only six weeks for France to capitulate to the German invaders, which was a stunning defeat. The occupation of France is a story … Read More
Danish music during WWII
The occupation of Denmark began in the middle of the danish golden jazz era. The Germans came on the 9th of April 1940 and left, following … Read More
