Name: My Gal's a Jockey 1946-1950
Brand: Big Joe Turner

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JASMCD3293

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2024-03-29

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604988329322

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Big Joe Turner

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Blues / Gospel

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Jasmine

Big Joe Turner (May 18, 1911 - November 24, 1985) was an American blues shouter known for his powerful voice and energetic performances. He collaborated with renowned pianists Pete Johnson, Art Tatum, and Sammy Price, as well as various small jazz ensembles. Turner also appeared with the Count Basie Orchestra.
Some of Turner's most famous recordings include "Roll 'Em Pete," "Cherry Red," "Wee Baby Blues," "Chains of Love," "Honey Hush," "Flip, Flop and Fly," and "Midnight Special." His music showcased his dynamic vocal range and expressive style.
In addition to his musical career, Big Joe Turner was married to Lou Willie Turner. In recognition of his contributions to music, he was inducted into the Rock And Roll Hall of Fame in 1987 as a performer.

In 1982 the Jasmine Label was created producing LPs and Cassettes. The new label initially focused on licensed Jazz and Personality recordings. Later in 1985 Jasmine successfully launched its Country & Western catalogue. 1990 saw the release of Jasmine’s first CDs.
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Big Joe Turner was a force of nature, the greatest, most original and influential of all the Blues shouters, he and boogie-woogie pianist Pete Johnson had famously pioneered Jump-Blues after teaming up in the mid-1930s

My Gal's a Jockey 1946-1950

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Discover My Gal's a Jockey 1946-1950 by Big Joe Turner on Jasmine. The greatest Blues shouter's influential music on vinyl records.