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May 24, 2010 · Jordan played with Webb until May of 1938, leaving to form his own band, Louis Jordan’s Tympany Five in August of 1938. Soon after, Jordan began recording with Decca Records and the band’s first album was released in December 1938. Jordan remained with Decca until 1954, leaving the company to sign with the West Coast label, Aladdin Records.
99+ Photos. Louis Jourdan was born Louis Robert Gendre in Marseille, France to Yvonne (née Jourdan) and hotel owner Henry Gendre. He was educated in France, Britain, and Turkey. He trained as an actor with René Simon at the École Dramatique. He debuted on screen in 1939, going on to play cultivated, polished, dashing lead roles in a number ...
Mar 7, 2023 · Louis Jordan's best songs are in this playlist. Listen and enjoy Louis Jordan's great songs. Check out our other playlists for unforgettable songs. #LouisJor...
Jul 8, 2023 · Louis Jordan, the man known as “The King of the Jukebox” was born on July 8, 1908, and passed away on February 4, 1975. He scored his first R&B hit, “I’m Gonna Leave You On The Outskirts ...
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Louis Jordan topped the R&B charts for a total of one hundred thirteen weeks, an unheard of accomplishment. His classic “Saturday Night Fish Fry” is an early example of rap and possibly the first rock and roll recording.
Jul 8, 2013 · Jordan’s two-year stint at the Savoy propelled his career and allowed him to hone his skills as a singer and performer. He struck out on his own in 1938, forming his own band, the Tympany Five ...
Louis Jordan – Best Of Louis Jordan, 38 crazy swinging Jazz tracks by the “King of the Jukebox”Louis Jordan and his “Timpany Five” laid the foundations for R...
