Listen "Jimmy Rushing"
Episode Synopsis
Jimmy Rushing, born James Andrew Rushing, was affectionately known as "Mr. Five by Five." This pianist and vocalist with Count Basie's Orchestra was the subject of a 1942 popular song. Visit southcarolinapublicradio.org/rapponjazz for full transcripts.
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