Joe "Bebop" Carroll, born on November 25, 1919, in Philadelphia, was an American
jazz singer. He started his career in children's shows and appeared in Stormy
Weather in 1943. Influenced by Bing Crosby's early style, Carroll gained notice
with Charlie Barnet's orchestra on "I'll Remember April" in 1941. From 1949 to
1953, he performed with Dizzy Gillespie’s big band, showcasing his humorous bop
singing and scat vocals. He collaborated with artists like Eric Dolphy and Woody
Herman, and toured Europe with Gillespie in 1953. Notable performances included
"In the Land of Oo-Ba-De (T...