Sam Lanin's Arkansaw Travelers were a prominent jazz ensemble in the 1920s, led by the prolific American bandleader Sam Lanin. Known for their "sweet jazz" style, the group featured a rotating cast of notable musicians, including Phil Napoleon, Miff Mole, and Red Nichols. They recorded extensively under various names, such as Lanin's Jazz Band and Lanin's Southern Serenaders, contributing significantly to the era's jazz scene. Their recordings remain a testament to the vibrant musical landscape of the Roaring Twenties. ([en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sam_Lanin?utm_source=openai))