c) Glenn Miller

Glenn Miller was the first artist to be awarded a gold record in 1942. This achievement was for his single “Chattanooga Choo Choo,” a big band/swing song that became a major hit. Miller’s music, characterized by its unique jazz sound, played a significant role in popularizing swing music during the 1930s and 1940s. His achievement of receiving a gold record, a recognition for selling over one million copies, was a milestone in the music industry, reflecting the growing commercial potential of popular music and the influence of recording artists during this era.