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Helen Humes (June 23, 1913 – September 9, 1981) was an American singer. Humes was a teenage blues singer, a vocalist with Count Basie's band, a saucy R&B diva, and a mature interpreter of the classic popular song.
US jazz and blues singer. First recordings 1927. Replaced Billie Holiday as lead vocalist w. Count Basie's Orchestra in 1938. Solo artist 1940's to 1960's before withdrawing from music for several years. Comeback in 1973 at the Newport Jazz Festival and remained musically active until her death.
Learn about the life and career of Helen Humes, a legendary jazz and blues singer from Louisville, Kentucky. She sang with Count Basie, Connie Berry, and Red Norvo, and recorded her hit \"Be-Baba-Leba\".
Active. 1920s - 1980s. Born. June 23, 1913 in Louisville, KY. Died. September 9, 1981 in Santa Monica, CA. Genre. Vocal, Blues, Jazz. Styles. Vocal Jazz, Jump Blues, Swing, Classic Female Blues, Piedmont Blues, Regional Blues. Member Of. Count Basie & His Orchestra. Album Highlights. Full Discography. Advanced Search. Remove Ads. 404 Error.
Learn about Helen Humes, a Louisville-born jazz and blues singer who performed with Count Basie's band and shaped vocal swing music. Discover her achievements, tours, and legacy as a R & B diva.
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Sep 14, 1981 · Helen Humes, whose high-pitched, sweet-toned voice was heard with Count Basie's orchestra for four years and who subsequently had a long career as a singer of both ballads and blues, died of...
Learn about the life and career of Helen Humes, a legendary singer who worked with Count Basie and Norman Granz. Explore items from the Filson's collections that showcase her talent and legacy.
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