Bongo Joe Coleman

Bongo Joe Coleman
Background information
Born
George Coleman

November 28, 1923
Haines City, Florida
DiedDecember 19, 1999(1999-12-19) (aged 76)
San Antonio, Texas
GenresJazz
OccupationStreet musician

George "Bongo Joe" Coleman (November 28, 1923 – December 19, 1999) was an American street musician who was recognized for performing with a makeshift drum kit manufactured from oil drums. Considered both an inspired and novelty act, Coleman developed a unique percussion sound as he toured popular tourist attractions in Texas but preferred to perform on the streets rather than lucrative stage venues. He recorded one album for Arhoolie Records in 1968 and it remains in print.

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