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Mildred Bailey

Mrs. Swing, blueswoman of the 1930s & '40s, her fragile, uncloying, sweet-toned voice belied her ample proportions.
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Mildred Bailey - Artist Details

Active

1920s - 1950s

Born

February 27, 1907 in Tekoa, WA

Died

December 12, 1951 in Poughkeepsie, NY

Genre

Vocal Jazz Blues

Styles

Standards Swing Traditional Pop American Popular Song Classic Female Blues

Also Known As

Mildred Rinker

Member Of

The Three Ickkies

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