Biography:Member of the Art Tatum Trio from 1943 to 1944, was a backing musician on recording sessions, and later led his own bands, including a recording session with Charlie Parker.
He is notable for playing the tenor guitar, a four-stringed electric instrument.
Born:July 7, 1916 Birthplace:Newport News, Virginia, USA
Died:March 4, 1989 (aged 72) Cause of Death: Meningitis
Historical Events
1952-03-21 20,000 attempt to attend the 1st rock & roll concert ever when Alan Freed presents "The Moondog Coronation Ball" at old 12,000 seat Cleveland Arena; performers include: Paul Williams and the Hucklebuckers; Tiny Grimes and the Rocking Highlanders; The Dominoes; and Varetta Dillard
Angus Young
Carl Perkins
Keith Richards
Fats Waller
Jon Batiste
Louis Armstrong