Die Goldene Sieben was a prominent German dance and jazz ensemble active during the late 1930s, a period which many enthusiasts and historians consider the golden age of European jazz and dance music before the onset of World War II. Created as a studio orchestra by the German label Electrola, the group was assembled in 1934 and quickly became one of the nation's most popular dance bands, known for its sophisticated arrangements and high level of musicianship. Their music was a blend of jazz and popular music of the era, tailored to the German audiences of the time while also resonating with broader European tastes.

Interestingly, Die Goldene Sieben was one of the few dance bands that managed to find favor with the Nazi regime, which generally disapproved of jazz and swing as "degenerate music." They did so by avoiding the overtly American style of swing and instead incorporating more ‘acceptable’ music elements. The band's repertoire, including hits like "Tanzmusik der 30er Jahre" and "Der Herr Trompeter vom Café," exemplifies the balance they found that allowed them to entertain and thrive during this complex era. They disbanded in 1941 as the political climate and war escalated, but their recordings such as "Ihre größten Erfolge der 30er Jahre" and "Oh aha! (Original Aufnahmen 1937 - 1939)" continue to capture the essence of the pre-war European jazz scene.

Genres

Vintage Schlager

Latest Release

Tanzmusik der 30er Jahre

Die Goldene Sieben

Album - 24 Tracks - Released March 1, 2019