Jimmy WitherSpoon
- Type: Vocalist
- Country: United States
- Born: August 8, 1920 in Gurdon, Arkansas, United States
- Died: September 18, 1997 in Los Angeles, California, United States
- Active: 1920 - 1997
Biography
Jimmy Witherspoon was a celebrated American vocalist known for his mastery of the "blues shouter" style, which he could adapt to both gritty blues and sophisticated jazz settings. He rose to fame after World War II, most notably as the singer for pianist *Jay McShann*'s band, with whom he recorded his signature hit, 'Ain't Nobody's Business', for #Supreme Records# in 1947. His career was revitalized in 1959 with the acclaimed live album 'Jimmy Witherspoon at the Monterey Jazz Festival'. Known by the nickname "Spoon," he recorded prolifically for labels like #Modern#, #Prestige#, and #Blue Note#, and collaborated with a wide range of artists from *Ben Webster* to *Eric Burdon*.
Genres
Jimmy WitherSpoon Discography
- Goin' to Kansas City Blues (1958) - Album - rated 3.82/5
- Sings the Blues (1960) - Album - rated 3.64/5
- Baby, Baby, Baby (1963) - Album - rated 3.78/5
- Evenin' Blues (1964) - Album - rated 3.65/5
- Blues for Easy Livers (1967) - Album - rated 3.44/5
- Love is a Five L (1975) - Album