The Herb Johnson Band at the Chinese Paradise nightclub.
American-born musician Herb Johnson's mother originated in St-Hyacinthe. When he arrived in Montréal in 1935 his first band played at the Chinese Paradise at 57 de la Gauchetière West. Johnson remained in Québec until his death nearly sixty years later.
1936.
Source : Concordia University Archives, P088-02-20.