3:01April 19, 1927 recording "Dixie Flyer Blues", Deford Bailey
DeFord Bailey
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DeFord Bailey — Documentary Clips
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About DeFord Bailey
DeFord Bailey was an American old-time musician and songwriter considered to be the first African American country music star. He started his career in the 1920s and was one of the first performers to be introduced on Nashville radio station WSM's Grand Ole Opry, and becoming, alongside Uncle Dave Macon, one of the program's most famous performers. He was the first African-American performer to ap...
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