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George W. Johnson

American singer · United States · On the map · Musicians · Lived 1846 to 1914 · aged 68

George Washington Johnson was an American singer and pioneer sound recording artist. He is known for being the first African American recording star of the phonograph. His most popular songs were "The Whistling Coon" and "The Laughing Song".

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Country
United States
Category
Musicians
Type
Singer / Musician
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1846 to 1914 · aged 68