O'Neill Spencer
Musical Artist
1909 – 1944
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Who was O'Neill Spencer?
William "O'Neill" Spencer was a jazz drummer and singer. He is most known for his work in the John Kirby Sextet.
He began with work for Al Sears and from 1931 to 1936 he worked with the Mills Blue Rhythm Band. He joined Kirby's group in 1937, but had to leave for a time in 1941 due to tuberculosis. He rejoined in 1942 staying until 1943, but died soon after from the disease.
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- Born
- Nov 25, 1909
- Also known as
- O'Neil Spencer
- O Neill Spencer
- William "O'Neill" Spencer
- Spencer, O'Neill
- Died
- Jun 24, 1944
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on July 23, 2013
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