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Jimmie Rodgers

American country singer (1897-1933) · United States · Musicians · Died at 35

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James Charles Rodgers was an American singer, songwriter, and musician who rose to popularity in the late 1920s. Known as Jimmie Rodgers and widely regarded as the "Father of Country Music", he is best known for his distinctive yodeling. Rodgers was known as "The Singing Brakeman" and "America's Blue Yodeler".

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Rodgers in a 1921 portraitRodgers in a 1921 portraitThe Jimmie Rodgers Entertainers (Rodgers, second from the left, holding a banjo)The Jimmie Rodgers Entertainers (Rodgers, second from the left, holding a banjo)Rodgers in 1929Rodgers in 1929Rodgers wearing cowboy attire following his move to Texas. Photo has been colorized.Rodgers wearing cowboy attire following his move to Texas. Photo has been colorized.

Awards

Americana Music Association President's Award2014
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame1986

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James Charles Rodgers was an American singer, songwriter, and musician who rose to popularity in the late 1920s. Known as Jimmie Rodgers and widely regarded as the "Father of Country Music", he is best known for his distinctive yodeling. Rodgers was known as "The Singing Brakeman" and "America's Blue Yodeler". He has been cited as an inspiration by many artists, and he has been inducted into multiple halls of fame.

Country
United States
Category
Musicians
Type
Singer / Musician
Status
deceased
Dates
Lived 1897 to 1933 · aged 35

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