Bandleader & pianist born in 1920 who enjoyed several hit jump blues & bawdy swing 78's on the New Jersey based De Luxe & Regal labels in the late 40's & early 50's before returning south to become a key figure in his hometown New Orleans booming late 50's Rock n Roll scene. Beginning a show biz career after his release from the military in 1946, he often worked with vocalist Annie Laurie. He toured extensively with package shows featuring Laurie as well as vocalist Jimmy Scott and musicians like Hank Mobley.

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