Description: Cab Calloway (1907-1994) was a vibrant and influential jazz singer, dancer, and bandleader renowned for his energetic stage presence and distinctive scat singing. His signature song, "Minnie the Moocher," with its famous "Hi-de-ho" chorus, became a cultural phenomenon. Calloway's Cotton Club Orchestra was a popular attraction, and he helped break down racial barriers by touring internationally and appearing in films. His flamboyant style and musical innovations left a lasting impact on American music and entertainment.
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Description: Henry Armstrong (1912-1988), nicknamed "Homicide Hank," was a remarkable and relentless boxer who uniquely held world titles in three different weight classes simultaneously: featherweight, lightweight, and welterweight, a feat unmatched in boxing history. Known for his aggressive, non-stop fighting style and incredible stamina, Armstrong dominated the late 1930s. His achievements and exciting performances made him one of the most celebrated and respected fighters of his era, solidifying his place as a legend in boxing and Black history.
Description: Dizzy Gillespie (1917-1993) was a groundbreaking and influential jazz trumpeter, composer, and bandleader. A key figure in the development of bebop, Gillespie's virtuosic playing, characterized by its speed, complex harmonies, and soaring high notes, revolutionized jazz. His signature puffed cheeks and bent trumpet became iconic. Gillespie was also a charismatic performer who helped popularize bebop and Afro-Cuban jazz, leaving an indelible mark on the landscape of American music and Black cultural history.
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