The Capitol Days
A series of interviews about the history of Capitol Records in the 1950s: the company, artists, executives, marketing, people, and community. Read this section for memories of Honorary Mayor Johnny Grant, the Hollywood Jaycees, and the Capitol Tower opening in 1956 and fiftieth anniversary in 2006; also why Capitol fired Bill Muster over a row with Playboy when the magazine's promotion director attempted to enlist Capitol artists for the Playboy All Stars band in 1958.
Memorial to Les Paul (1915-2009) Don Hassler recalls Les Paul's musical career and his meeting with Les Paul in 1948.
A Good Life
Earl D. Horwitz discusses his eighteen years at Capitol Records, 1959-1977, recorded February 28, 2010.
Old Hollywood
Lucille Kennard talks about the old days in Hollywood, including her late husband's career as an agent, beginning in the 1950s. Paula Hassler and Lucille recall their lives as neighbors in a Hollywood apartment building on Grace Avenue, recorded February 9, 2006.
50th Anniversary
The Tower Turned fifty in 2006. Read correspondence, remembrance, and images from the grand opening, including the 1956 press release, information sheet, tour guide script, and Tower booklet.
Preserve and Protect the Capitol Tower
A front page story in Overture, newspaper of the Professional Musicians, Local 47, June 2008 (Vol. 88, No. 2), explains why the underground echo chambers of the Capitol Tower at Hollywood and Vine are threatened. Read excerpts. Find out what you can do to protect the superpowers of this Hollywood landmark.
Illustrations
A list of illustrations, photos, and images included in this presentation.
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