Leroy Carr, Date of Birth, Place of Birth, Date of Death

Leroy Carr

American blues singer, songwriter and pianist

Date of Birth: 27-Mar-1905

Place of Birth: Nashville, Tennessee, United States

Date of Death: 29-Apr-1935

Profession: composer, singer, pianist

Nationality: United States

Zodiac Sign: Aries

Leroy Carr (March 27, 1905 – April 29, 1935) was an American blues singer, songwriter and pianist who developed a laid-back, crooning technique and whose popularity and style influenced such artists as Nat King Cole and Ray Charles.
He first became famous for "How Long, How Long Blues", his debut recording released by Vocalion Records in 1928.