Wesley Wilson
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Wesley Shellie Wilson (October 1, 1893 ā October 10, 1958),[4] often credited as Kid Wilson, was an American blues and jazz singer and songwriter.[2] His stagecraft and performances with his wife and musical partner, Coot Grant, were popular with African American audiences in the 1910s, 1920s and early 1930s.[3][5]
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Birth name | Wesley Shellie Wilson |
Also known as | Kid Wilson, Jenkins, Socks, Sox (or Socks) Wilson |
Born | (1893-10-01)October 1, 1893 Jacksonville, Florida, United States |
Died | October 10, 1958(1958-10-10) (aged 65) Cape May Court House, New Jersey, United States[1] |
Genres | Blues, jazz[2] |
Occupation(s) | Musician, songwriter |
Instrument(s) | Vocals, piano, organ |
Years active | 1900sā1940s |
Labels | Paramount,[3] various |
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His stage names included Kid Wilson, Jenkins, Socks, and Sox (or Socks) Wilson. His musical excursions included participation in the duo of Pigmeat Pete and Catjuice Charlie.[2] His recordings include the songs "Blue Monday on Sugar Hill" and "Rasslin' till the Wagon Comes".[1]