At just 17, vocalist Betty Bonney joined Les Brown and His Orchestra during Joe DiMaggio's legendary 56-game hitting streak in 1941. The band actively celebrated DiMaggio's achievements by announcing his hits while performing at a club in Armonk, NY. Inspired by this remarkable feat, Bonney sang 'Joltin' Joe DiMaggio,' a tune created by band members that captured the excitement of the moment. The song became popular, featured in their radio show, and later became a successful record, illustrating the close ties between sports, music, and American culture during this era.
Betty Bonney was a veteran vocalist with Les Brown's band in 1941, singing 'Joltin' Joe DiMaggio' during the Yankees star's historic hitting streak.
The band eagerly followed DiMaggio's progress, announcing his hits during performances, which further engaged audiences in his record-setting journey.
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