Listen "Helen Humes"
Episode Synopsis
Helen Humes was a remarkable blues and popular singer for the Basie Band following Billie Holiday. She embodied the blues’ playful spirit and deep emotions with her delightful and girlish timbre.Visit southcarolinapublicradio.org/rapponjazz for full transcripts.
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