Drummers · 1918–2001

Panama Francis

American musician (1918–2001)

Born
21 December 1918
Miami
Died
13 November 2001
Orlando
Country
United States
Record labels
Black & Blue

Biography

Panama Francis was a jazz musician who played drum kit. Panama Francis was born on 21 December 1918 in Miami and died on 13 November 2001 in Orlando. The music is usually filed under jazz. Record labels: Black & Blue.

David Albert "Panama" Francis (December 21, 1918 – November 13, 2001) was an American swing jazz drummer who played on numerous hit recordings in the 1950s.

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Also plays on

Albums where Panama Francis is credited as a sideman

1958 Yes Indeed! — Ray Charles drums (drum set)
1968 30 by Ella — Ella Fitzgerald drums (drum set)
2008 Saga All Stars: Hallelujah I Love Her So / Selected Singles 1955-1957 — Ray Charles drums (drum set)

Historic 78 rpm records

  • Stompin' with Panama Panama Francis & His Orchestra · Taylor · Francis · 1949 archive.org ↗
  • Darling, Make Up Your Mind Panama Francis & His Orchestra · Mary Louise · McCall · Rodgers ·… · 1949 archive.org ↗

Frequently asked questions

What instrument did Panama Francis play?

Panama Francis is known for playing drum kit.

When and where was Panama Francis born?

Panama Francis was born 21 December 1918 in Miami.

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