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Jimmy Jones

James Jones (June 2, 1930 – August 2, 2012) was an American singer-songwriter who moved to New York City while a teenager. According to Allmusic journalist Steve Huey, "best known for his 1960 R&B smash 'Handy Man', Jones sang in a smooth yet soulful falsetto modeled on the likes of Clyde McPhatter and Sam Cooke."

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Artist details

Type
Person
Area
United States
Born
June 2nd, 1937
Died
August 2nd, 2012
Labels
Castle Music
Last updated: March 24th, 2024·MusicBrainz

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