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Leo Watson
Leo Watson
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Genres: Swing, Vocalese, Jive, Vocal Jazz
Active: 30's, 40's
Born: December 31, 1969 in Kansas City, MO
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An eccentric singer whose improvisations were often futuristic, Leo Watson was way ahead of his time; imagine if Betty Carter had suddenly appeared in the 1930s! Watson started out as a solo vocalist and a journeyman drummer. After moving to New York in 1929, he performed in a novelty act that toured with the Whitman Sisters' show. The backup group (which included Wilbur and Douglas Daniels) soon broke away to become the Spirits of Rhythm, and Teddy Bunn joined as guitarist.
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Release: August 10, 1999
Label: Indigo
Release: 1975
Label: Bob Thiele Music