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Jimmy Deangelis

DeAngelis began playing American jazz in French clubs, his unique sound allowed him to arrange many famous recordings. His peers credit him for elevating the guitar from a rhythm instrument to a solo instrument.

DeAngelis was influenced by jazz recordings of Eddie Lang and Joe Venuti, Louis Armstrong and Duke Ellington.

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Jimmy Dean Country Singer and Sausage Entrepreneur Dies

Jimmy Dean Country Singer and Sausage Entrepreneur Dies

Source: Michael Ricci

Jimmy Dean, a country music legend for his smash hit about a workingman hero, “Big Bad John," and an entrepreneur known for his sausage brand, died on Sunday. He was 81.

With his drawled wisecracks and quick wit, Dean charmed many fans. But in both entertainment and business circles, he was also known for his tough hide. He fired bandmate Roy Clark, who went onto “Hee Haw" fame, for showing up late for gigs.

Dean grew up in a musical ...

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