Wilson, Jimmy

Wilson, Jimmy 1921 or 1923; near Lake Charles, LA – 5 February 1965; Dallas, TX Wilson’s mournful, bluesy voice ensured him a huge hit in California in 1953 with his version of “Tin Pan Alley,” a masterpiece with an unmistakable gloomy tone. Unfortunately, Wilson’s drinking habit prevented him from cashing in on his success and he went back to Louisiana, where he recorded again for local labels such as Goldband. Gérard Herzhaft Bibliography Sort by:DefaultAuthorTitleDateAscendingDescending…