The Singers: Johnny Ace

John Marshall Alexander, Jr. (June 9, 1929 December 25, 1954)

Pianist and R&B Singer, Johnny Ace, was a hit machine during the 1950's. His run came to an abrupt end when he reportedly accidentally shot himself in the head while playing with his gun at aged 25 years old. His music his still revered; please take a listen here and have a fun filled weekend: The Clock, I cried, Never let me go,  Cross my heart, Pledging my love and My song

Source: https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Johnny_Ace

Background information
Birth name	John Marshall Alexander, Jr.
Born	June 9, 1929 Memphis, Tennessee, United States
Died	December 25, 1954 (aged 25) Houston, Texas, United States
Genres	R&B
Years active	1949–1954
Labels	Duke Records