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Louis Prima
638,619 listeners
Louis Prima (December 7, 1910 - August 24, 1978) was born into a musical family in New Orleans. His family emigrated from Sicily, Italy, an… read moreLouis Prima (December 7, 1910 - August 24, 1978) was born into a musical family in New Orleans. His family emigrated from Sicily, Italy, and after a brief stay in Argentina settled in the United States. Prima studied violin for several y… read moreLouis Prima (December 7, 1910 - August 24, 1978) was born into a musical family in New Orleans. His family emigrated from Sicily, Italy, and after a brief stay in Argentina settled in the United States. Prima studied violin for several years as a child. His older brother Leon was a well regarded … read more -
Ted Heath
21,260 listeners
Ted Heath (1902-1969) was the top UK bandleader of the 40s, 50s and early 60s. Born in Wandsworth, S. London, he started playing trombone a… read moreTed Heath (1902-1969) was the top UK bandleader of the 40s, 50s and early 60s. Born in Wandsworth, S. London, he started playing trombone at the age of 14 and played with Jack Hylton, Ambrose, Sid Lipton and Geraldo. He brought his own o… read moreTed Heath (1902-1969) was the top UK bandleader of the 40s, 50s and early 60s. Born in Wandsworth, S. London, he started playing trombone at the age of 14 and played with Jack Hylton, Ambrose, Sid Lipton and Geraldo. He brought his own orchestra together in 1944 for the BBC and his career took of… read more -
Lester Young
432,978 listeners
Lester Willis Young (August 27, 1909 – March 15, 1959), nicknamed "Pres" or "Prez", was an American jazz tenor saxophon… read moreLester Willis Young (August 27, 1909 – March 15, 1959), nicknamed "Pres" or "Prez", was an American jazz tenor saxophonist and sometime clarinetist. Coming to prominence while a member of Count Basie's orchestra,… read moreLester Willis Young (August 27, 1909 – March 15, 1959), nicknamed "Pres" or "Prez", was an American jazz tenor saxophonist and sometime clarinetist. Coming to prominence while a member of Count Basie's orchestra, Young was one of the most influential players on his instru… read more -
John La Barbera Big Band
5,463 listeners
John La Barbera started playing cornet when he was five years old. At the age of seven he was playing gigs with his parents and brothers Pa… read moreJohn La Barbera started playing cornet when he was five years old. At the age of seven he was playing gigs with his parents and brothers Pat, and Joe in the La Barbera Family Band. By the late sixties John was playing trumpet in the grea… read moreJohn La Barbera started playing cornet when he was five years old. At the age of seven he was playing gigs with his parents and brothers Pat, and Joe in the La Barbera Family Band. By the late sixties John was playing trumpet in the great Buddy Rich Orchestra. It was on that band that he develope… read more -
Cherry Poppin' Daddies
164,045 listeners
The Cherry Poppin' Daddies are an American band formed in Eugene, Oregon, in 1989. Since 1990, they have released 11 albums, with Bigger Life (14 June 2019). The Daddies' music is primarily a mix of swing, ska and rock, charact… read moreThe Cherry Poppin' Daddies are an American band formed in Eugene, Oregon, in 1989. Since 1990, they have released 11 albums, with Bigger Life (14 June 2019). The Daddies' music is primarily a mix of swing, ska and rock, characterized by a prominent horn section and sardonic, often morbi… read more -
Gene Krupa & Buddy Rich
8,066 listeners
Buddy Rich (1917 – 1987) was an American jazz drummer and bandleader. Rich was billed as one of the world's greatest drummers in his l… read moreBuddy Rich (1917 – 1987) was an American jazz drummer and bandleader. Rich was billed as one of the world's greatest drummers in his lifetime and was known for his virtuoso drumming technique, power, groove, and speed. Gene Krupa … read moreBuddy Rich (1917 – 1987) was an American jazz drummer and bandleader. Rich was billed as one of the world's greatest drummers in his lifetime and was known for his virtuoso drumming technique, power, groove, and speed. Gene Krupa (1909 – 1973) was an American jazz and big band drummer and … read more -
Duke Ellington & John Coltrane
88,670 listeners
Duke Ellington and John Coltrane collaborated in 1962 to record the album 'Duke Ellington & John Coltrane'. View wikiDuke Ellington and John Coltrane collaborated in 1962 to record the album 'Duke Ellington & John Coltrane'. View wikiDuke Ellington and John Coltrane collaborated in 1962 to record the album 'Duke Ellington & John Coltrane'. View wiki -
Oscar Peterson Trio
485,140 listeners
Oscar Emmanuel Peterson (15 August 1925 – 23 December 2007) was a Canadian jazz pianist, vocalist and composer. Originally from Montreal, Q… read moreOscar Emmanuel Peterson (15 August 1925 – 23 December 2007) was a Canadian jazz pianist, vocalist and composer. Originally from Montreal, Quebec, Peterson is said to be one of the most technically brilliant and melodically inventive jazz… read moreOscar Emmanuel Peterson (15 August 1925 – 23 December 2007) was a Canadian jazz pianist, vocalist and composer. Originally from Montreal, Quebec, Peterson is said to be one of the most technically brilliant and melodically inventive jazz pianists of all time, with a career that lasted more than 6… read more -
Billy May
125,550 listeners
William E. May, (November 10, 1916 – January 22, 2004) better known as Billy May was an American composer and musician. Born in Pittsburgh,… read moreWilliam E. May, (November 10, 1916 – January 22, 2004) better known as Billy May was an American composer and musician. Born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, he played trumpet professionally in big bands such as those of Charlie Barnet start… read moreWilliam E. May, (November 10, 1916 – January 22, 2004) better known as Billy May was an American composer and musician. Born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, he played trumpet professionally in big bands such as those of Charlie Barnet starting in 1939. May worked as an arranger for the bands of Glen… read more -
Squirrel Nut Zippers
277,117 listeners
Squirrel Nut Zippers are a big band/jazz/alternative rock band which formed in Chapel Hill, North Carolina, United States in 1993. They spl… read moreSquirrel Nut Zippers are a big band/jazz/alternative rock band which formed in Chapel Hill, North Carolina, United States in 1993. They split in 2000 and reunited in 2007. They consist of Jim Mathus (vocals, guitar, trombone), Katharine … read moreSquirrel Nut Zippers are a big band/jazz/alternative rock band which formed in Chapel Hill, North Carolina, United States in 1993. They split in 2000 and reunited in 2007. They consist of Jim Mathus (vocals, guitar, trombone), Katharine Whalen (banjo, ukulele, vocals), Stuart Cole (bass), Je Wide… read more