Music recorded in February 1922

2026.03.27
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Music recorded in February 1922

February 1922 was a month in which the transformation of the international order after World War I and modern culture were simultaneously evident. On February 6, the Treaty for the Limitation of Naval Armament and other treaties were signed at the Washington Conference, establishing a new framework for the naval armaments of the great powers. On February 2, James Joyce's (1882–1941) Ulysses was published, marking a major turning point in English-language literature. In medicine, on February 7, Frederick Grant Banting (1891–1941) and Charles Herbert Best (1899–1978) presented their research on pancreatic extracts at the Toronto Academy of Medicine, leading to rapid progress in the practical application of diabetes treatment. On February 15, the Permanent Court of International Justice held its first session, and on the same day, the Constitution of the Republic of Latvia was adopted. Furthermore, on February 28, the British government declared the end of its protectorate of Egypt, and the restructuring of imperial rule progressed.

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Summary of information regarding the recording from February 1922

In February 1922, the recording industry saw established major players continuing to supply new releases and promote them in stores, while simultaneously witnessing the entry of new low-priced records and signs of business instability. Victor Talking Machine Company and Brunswick-Balke-Collender Company continued in-store listening sessions and new release announcements from the beginning of the month, while Thomas A. Edison, Inc. continued selling both Edison Diamond Discs and Blue Amberol. In contrast, recordings were confirmed to have taken place within the month at Okeh Records by General Phonograph Corporation and Gennett by Starr Piano Co., and Cameo Record Corporation also released its first catalog in February. The Columbia Graphophone Manufacturing Company faced a petition for the appointment of a receiver, and February 1922 was a month in which both sales expansion and restructuring pressures were occurring simultaneously.

Victor

In February 1922, the Victor Talking Machine Company's records show both in-store promotion of new releases for February and recording activities throughout the month. A newspaper advertisement dated February 2nd announced the February releases of "New Victor Records," and the recording schedule lists recordings by the company for February 8th and February 22nd. As far as can be confirmed, the company continued to supply new releases and conduct recording activities throughout February.

Columbia

In February 1922, Columbia Graphophone Manufacturing Company showed both continued recording and financial instability. While the recording schedule confirms that the company made a recording on February 17th, a motion to appoint a recipient was reported in federal court on February 9th, and this motion was rejected on February 22nd. It appears that Columbia was facing an unstable financial situation that month without ceasing operations.

Brunswick

In February 1922, the Brunswick-Balke-Collender Company prominently featured listening demonstrations and compatibility as selling points. Advertisements dated February 1st and 10th suggested listening to Brunswick Records at home and advertised the availability of a "complete catalogue." The February 28th issue also featured the slogan "Any Phonograph Can Play Brunswick Records," highlighting the availability of the latest releases for listening. At least as far as can be confirmed, the company made in-store demonstrations and universal playback capabilities the cornerstone of its sales strategy throughout February.

Edison

In February 1922, Thomas A. Edison, Inc. continued to sell both Edison Diamond Discs and Blue Amberol discs. A recording date on February 8th is confirmed, and advertisements from mid-February feature numbered listings for new Edison Diamond Discs and Blue Amberol discs. As far as can be confirmed, the company continued selling discs while retaining its existing cylinder customers.

OK

In February 1922, General Phonograph Corporation's Okeh Records showed both recording and promotional activities. The recording schedule lists recordings for Okeh Records on February 8th and February 22nd, and an industry magazine from the same month reported on a Brooklyn store's use of window display services. At least as far as can be confirmed, the company was simultaneously producing new releases and conducting in-store promotions throughout February.

Jennette

In February 1922, Starr Piano Co.'s Gennett recordings also confirmed continued recording and sales throughout the month. The recording date list shows a Gennett recording on February 25th, and an industry magazine from the same month features promotional text showcasing Gennett records played on Starr phonographs. As far as can be confirmed, the company continued recording throughout February while selling combinations of its own machines and records.

cameo

Cameo Record Corporation can be identified as a new entrant in February 1922. A February 3rd issue of Variety reported that Edward N. Burns' (dates of birth and death unknown) company released its first February catalog, selling 10-inch double-sided records for 50 cents. Later specialist research also places the introduction date at mid-February 1922, a time when the presence of low-priced labels became clearly evident.

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