- Born
- 17 December 1939
New Orleans - Died
- 8 November 1983
New Orleans - Country
- United States
- Active
- 1954–1983
- Record labels
- Island Records
- Discography
- 15 albums
Biography
James Booker was a jazz musician who played piano and voice. James Booker was born on 17 December 1939 in New Orleans and died on 8 November 1983 in New Orleans. The music is usually filed under jazz and blues. Record labels: Island Records. The discography here lists 15 albums, from “Junco Partner” (1976) to “True: Live At Tipitina's - April 25, 1978” (2021).
James Carroll Booker III (December 17, 1939 – November 8, 1983) was an American New Orleans rhythm and blues keyboardist and singer. Flamboyant in personality and style, and a pianist of extraordinary technical skill, he was dubbed "the Black Liberace." His 1960 recording "Gonzo" reached No. 43 on the Billboard magazine record chart and No. 3 in R&B, and he toured internationally in the 1970s. After being mainly a rhythm and blues artist, Booker later fused this genre with jazz and with popular music such as that of the Beatles, playing these in his signature backbeat. He profoundly influenced the New Orleans music scene, where his renditions and originals have been revived and are performed.
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Discography
Studio and live albums
Frequently asked questions
What instrument did James Booker play?
James Booker is known for playing piano and voice.
When and where was James Booker born?
James Booker was born 17 December 1939 in New Orleans.
What are James Booker's best-known albums?
Albums in our database include Junco Partner (1976), King of the New Orleans Keyboard (1976), The Piano Prince From New Orleans (1976), New Orleans Piano Wizard: Live! (1978) and Blues & Ragtime From New Orleans (1980).
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