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Saturday, 8 December 2018

Jazz Greats: Sonny Clay

William Rogers Campbell "Sonny" Clay (May 15, 1899,
Chapel Hill, Texas - April 13, 1973, Los Angeles)
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Jazz Pianist, Drummer and Bandleader, Sonny Clay, is regarded for his impact on the development of Australian Jazz. His career began in 1915 and took him on tours around the US and Australia, stints on Radio shows and as a Sideman to Kid Ory, Jelly Roll Morton and others. He also led Bands that included Teddy Buckner and others. Please take a listen here and have a great Saturday: Bogloosa Blues, Jambled Blues and California Stomp

Source: https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sonny_Clay
Background information
Name: William Rogers Campbell Clay
Born: May 15,1899 
Died: April 13,1973 
Origin: Chapel Hill, Texas, US

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