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Perry Bradford

American musician (1893-1970) · United States · On the map · Musicians · Died at 77

Perry Bradford was an African American composer, songwriter, and vaudeville performer. His most notable songs included "Crazy Blues," "That Thing Called Love," and "You Can't Keep A Good Man Down."

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He was nicknamed "Mule" because of his stubbornness, and he is credited with finally persuading Okeh Records to work with Mamie Smith leading to her historic blues recording in 1920.

Country
United States
Category
Musicians
Type
Singer / Musician
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1893 to 1970 · aged 77