Biography and related links.
Jefferson was one of the creators of vocalese, and sang be-bop. Includes discography from 1950 through 1979.
The first vocalese performer to get anywhere at all. His lyrics for "Moody's Mood For Love" became a hit for King Pleasure in 1952, and got the whole vocalese thing moving.
"Jefferson's vocal twists and turns will continue to please generations to come. They typify vocal jazz of the Fifties as much as the scat singing of Leo Watson--Jefferson's prime inspiration--typifies the heyday of 52nd Street."
Sound bites and brief biography.
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