Sam Gary

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Sam Gary (February 19, 1917 – July 20, 1986) was an American blues and folk singer known for his collaboration with Josh White.

Born in Florida, Gary in the 1940s was a member of Josh White and His Carolinians and the Almanac Singers.[1] In 1956, he recorded an album for Tom Wilson's Transition Records that was later released on the British record label Esquire.[1] it was produced by Dean Gitter and with guitar accompaniment by Josh White.[2]

After retiring from music, Sam Gary moved to Aiken, South Carolina with his wife.[3] He died July 20, 1986 in a fire.[4]

References

  1. ^ 1.0 1.1 Gaunt, James (2022-12-14). "Sam Gary Sings — On the life of Samuel Gary (1917–1986)". The Shadow Knows. Retrieved 2023-08-02.
  2. ^ "Illustrated Sam Gary discography". www.wirz.de. Retrieved 2023-08-02.
  3. ^ Norris, Martha (18 January 1987). "A Life Full Of Music, Children, And Love". Aiken Standard. p. 6.
  4. ^ "Samuel Gary". Aiken Standard. 25 July 1986. p. 4.

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