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Jimmie Lunceford
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Roy Eldridge
68,951 listeners
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Benny Goodman
708,644 listeners
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Artie Shaw
356,339 listeners
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Count Basie & His Orchestra
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Tommy Dorsey
474,887 listeners
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Chick Webb
92,504 listeners
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Buddy Rich
229,416 listeners
Buddy Rich was an American jazz drummer and bandleader. He is widely considered to be one of the best drummers of all time, known for his v… read moreBuddy Rich was an American jazz drummer and bandleader. He is widely considered to be one of the best drummers of all time, known for his virtuoso technique, speed, and power. From 1966 until his death, he led a successful big band in an… read moreBuddy Rich was an American jazz drummer and bandleader. He is widely considered to be one of the best drummers of all time, known for his virtuoso technique, speed, and power. From 1966 until his death, he led a successful big band in an era when the popularity of big bands had waned from their p… read more
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Johnny Hodges
272,796 listeners
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