“The Disney Afternoon” on Records – Part 3
The last of read-alongs based on Disney Afternoon shows coincided with a transition in their TV programming and in the product structure of Walt Disney Records.
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Walt Disney’s “Melody” and “Toot, Whistle, Plunk & Boom” on Records
The two-film “cartoon modern” series, sporting projection innovations of their day, were united on one Disneyland album as well as scattered among various individual releases.
Mickey Mouse’s Scary Record Collection, Part 2
We wrap up our Halloween/Mickey salute with some strange recordings in which Mickey, Goofy, Tigger and Pooh are mixed in with some genuine audio frights.
Mickey Mouse’s Scary Record Collection, Part 1
With Mickey Mouse’s birthday only weeks away, let’s get a head start with some fascinating recordings in which he takes part in all kinds of Halloween hijinks.
“The Disney Afternoon” on Records, Part 3: Gummi Bears
Walt Disney Television Animation made the leap into Saturday morning with Adventures of the Gummi Bears as Walt Disney Records read-alongs transitioned from vinyl to cassette.
“The Disney Afternoon” on Records, Part 2: DuckTales
One of the most popular and enduring Disney TV cartoons hit the ground running with 65 episodes – including a TV movie and a collection of four read-along sets.
Bob Kane’s “Courageous Cat & Minute Mouse” on Records
The bargain basement Batman-like superhero from the “Wonderful World” of Sam Singer came to vinyl with an album-length comedy adventure made just for records.
“The Disney Afternoon” on Records – Part 1: The Music
The two-hour Walt Disney TV Animation programming block was introduced to syndication in 1990, bringing three existing series, a premiere and a new album.
A “Sparky” 101st Birthday Salute to June Foray
The first lady of animation is celebrated with two unusual children’s recordings, made generations apart, both as ageless as the talent of June Foray herself.
Harvey’s Richie Rich and Friends on Records
Five comic book stories and original songs made their vinyl debut at a time when Harvey could “Irona-cally” have used The Poor Little Rich Kid’s financial help.
