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James Booker (Pianist) - Age, Birthday, Bio, Facts, Family, Net Worth, Height & More

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James Booker
James Carroll Booker III is a New Orleans rhythm and blues keystroke player born in New Orleans, Louisiana, USA. Booker's unique style combines rhythm and blues with jazz standards. Musician, Dr. John described Booker as "the best single-eyed, gay, black piano genius New Orleans has ever produced." With a dashing personality, he is known by the nickname "Black Liberace".
Birth nameJames Carroll Booker III
Also known asLittle Booker
BornDecember 17, 1939, New Orleans, Louisiana, U.S.
DiedNovember 8, 1983 (aged 43), New Orleans, Louisiana, U.S.
GenresRhythm and blues, jazz
Occupation(s)Musician
InstrumentsKeyboards, vocals
Years active1954–1983

About James Booker

Pianist James Booker was born in New Orleans, Louisiana, United States on December 17, 1939. He dies at the age of 43, on November 8, 1983.

Rhythm and blues, jazz, gospel, stride, and Latin were all used by this New Orleans-born performer. He was also an expert in classical music, including Bach and Chopin.

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James Booker before becoming famous

James Booker was born in the Zodiac sign Sagittarius (The Centaur/Archer), and 1939 is the year of the Chinese Zodiac Rabbit (兔).

In 1954, he signed with Imperial Records and recorded Thinkin' 'Bout My Baby and Doin' the Hambone, as well as doing session work with Pianist Fats Domino, Smiley Lewis, and Lloyd Price.

Achievement of James Booker

In 1974, he served as the organist for Dr. John's Bonnaroo Revue.

James Booker's Family, Spouse, Dating and Relationship

His father and grandparents were both preachers and pianists, and he was born into a family of Baptist ministers.

James Booker Collabed with

After performing for Pianist Arthur Rubinstein following one of the pianist's concerts in 1958, he was profoundly impressed by his musicality.

James Booker Income & Net worth

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James Booker Height and Weight

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Latest information about James Booker updated on March 22 2023.