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Things About Sammy Davis Jr
1. He lost an eye in a car accident—Davis lost his left eye in a nearly deadly vehicle accident in 1954 while traveling from Las Vegas to Los Angeles. For…
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Something About Nat King Cole
1. First African American National TV Show HostOn NBC, Nat King Cole became the first Black entertainer to anchor a nationally broadcast variety show in 1956 under The Nat King…
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Something Interesting About the King Of Cool Dean Martin
1. He spoke only Italian when a child.Born Dino Paul Crocetti, Dean Martin grew up in an Italian-speaking Steubenville, Ohio home. His early education was challenging since he didn't pick…
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Sarah Vaughan: Interesting Facts
Among the best jazz vocalists of all time, Sarah Vaughan led a remarkable life and career1. The ascent of Sarah Vaughan's popularity started almost unintentionally. Entering the renowned Amateur Night…
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Cool Facts About Vic Damone
Vic Damone had an extraordinary life filled with talent, controversy, and incredible stories beyond his smooth voice. Frank Sinatra’s Admiration—Frank Sinatra, often known for his high standards in music, once…
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Fun Facts About Keely Smith
1. Keely Smith's distinctive appearance and unusual presence on stage resulted from her Irish and Cherokee background.2. She started singing professionally at just 15 years old, touring Norfolk, Virginia, under…
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Dinah Washington: Wild And Cool Facts
1. She was a gospel music child genius—born Ruth Lee Jones, Dinah Washington was a gospel singer and piano virtuoso at her neighborhood Chicago church before she became a blues…
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Interesting Things About Lester Young
1. He Turned Away His Time's Aggressive Sax Style—Young established a light, silky, flowing technique that later affected cool jazz performers, unlike his counterpart Coleman Hawkins, who performed with a…
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Gloria Lynne A Jazz And R&B Icon
The powerful voice of Gloria Lynne worked in soul, R&B, and jazz. For decades, Lynne enthralled listeners with a voice that seamlessly combined rich tones with emotional depth. Her popular…
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Nina Simone Soul’s High Priestess
Renowned for soul, jazz, and activism, Nina Simone changed the landscape of music permanently. Simone came to represent both creative brilliance and social justice with her unique voice, unmatched piano…