Calvin Jones
American singer and bass player
Born
June 9th, 1926
99 years ago
Died
2010
15 years ago — 84 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United States
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A prominent figure in the music industry, this individual gained recognition as a singer and bass player, contributing significantly to various musical genres. Active since the 1940s, collaborations included work with notable artists in rhythm and blues, particularly in the Chicago music scene. The individual also made contributions to the development of other musicians and played a role in the music community over several decades.
Played with notable artists in Chicago blues
Contributed to the development of R&B music
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