Leo Watson
Leo Watson, born February 27, 1898 in Kansas City, Missouri, was an American
jazz singer, drummer, trombonist, and tiple player. He started his career as a
scat singer in New York's Whitman Sisters Show. His group, Spirits of Rhythm,
gained attention for their improvisational skills. After the band disbanded,
Watson pursued a solo career, performing with John Kirby and Artie Shaw. He also
collaborated with Gene Krupa on an eight-month tour to Nagasaki. In 1946, he
reunited with Slim Gaillard in Los Angeles. Watson's later years were marked by
legal troubles. He passed away on May...
Honeysuckle RoseLeo Watson and Rudy Vallée (Rudy Vallee)
Scat King
3:04
Squeeze MeLeo Watson and Earl Hines
Earl's Pearls
3:09
Ja-DaLeo Watson
Scat King
2:38
Whistle While You WorkLeo Watson and Artie Shaw & His New Music
Scat King
2:40
Jeepers CreepersLeo Watson and Gene Krupa & His Orchestra
1938 - 1941
3:02
Whistle While You WorkArtie Shaw & His Orchestra and Leo Watson
The Chronological Classics: Artie Shaw and His New Music 1937
2:37
