Jimmy Rushing 8.26.03-6.8.72 vocals: swing, big band, blues

Jimmy is credited at influencing many vocalists in many different genres, ranging from blues to jazz to rock. His unique style was very funky and featured many hollers and yells. In 1936 he joined the Count Basie band and recorded many different types of songs until 1950. He also played with Earl Hines, Dave Brubeck and Buck Clayton .