Jackie Brenston
American singer, saxophonist, and pioneer of rock and roll / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Jackie Brenston (August 24, 1928 or 1930[note 1] – December 15, 1979) was an American singer and saxophonist who, with Ike Turner's band, recorded the first version of the rock-and-roll song "Rocket 88" in 1951.
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Born | (1928-08-24)August 24, 1928 or 1930 Clarksdale, Mississippi, U.S. |
Died | (1979-12-15)December 15, 1979 (aged 49–51) Memphis, Tennessee, U.S. |
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Occupation(s) | Musician |
Instrument(s) | Vocals, saxophone |
Years active | 1950–1960s |
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