Andy Kirk (musician)

Andy Kirk
Background information
Birth nameAndrew Dewey Kirk
Born(1898-05-28)May 28, 1898
Newport, Kentucky, U.S.
DiedDecember 11, 1992(1992-12-11) (aged 94)
New York City, New York, U.S.
GenresJazz
Occupation(s)Band leader and saxophonist
LabelsBrunswick, Decca

Andrew Dewey Kirk (May 28, 1898 – December 11, 1992) was an American jazz bandleader and saxophonist who led the Twelve Clouds of Joy, a band popular during the swing era.

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