The Dirty Dozen Brass Band formed in New Orleans in 1975 and is credited with revitalizing the brass band tradition. They continue to perform and record.
Genre-defining group founded in 1949, enjoyed an extensive performing and recording career until the leader's death in 1974, when a new band performing as the Dukes began a successful run extending into the 21st century.
Legendary jazz trombonist and vocalist (1905-1964) born in Vernon, Texas known for work with Benny Goodman and others. Like Goodman, a white man accepted as a peer by black jazz artists.