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Wynonie Harris

Rowdy jump blues singer Wynonie Harris was the kind of double entendre-loving performer whose records shopkeepers might keep hidden behind the counter. His songs about sex, booze, and gambling landed him numerous chart hits during his life, and made great fodder for every “20 Dirtiest Blues Songs” compilation in the decades after his death. Born in Omaha, Nebraska, in 1915, Harris developed his musical acumen at home before making the move to Los Angeles, where his ability and charisma made him an easy fit as a nightclub emcee. After working with various ensembles around the...