Thompson, Alphonso Sonny
(1916–1989)> PIANIST · RECORD EXECUTIVE
Thompson, Alphonso Sonny 22 August 1916; Memphis, TN – 11 August 1989; Chicago, IL Pianist and record executive. Thompson began working in combos while in Phillips High and went on the road for extended periods after graduating. In the late 1930s he worked in the Erskine Tate band and began working as a leader in 1940. He made his first recordings under his name for Sultan Records in 1946. During 1947–1950, Thompson recorded for Miracle Records, using the Sharps and Flats as his rhythm section…