Eddie Condon

Eddie Condon
Condon in 1946
Background information
Born
Albert Edwin Condon

(1905-11-16)November 16, 1905
Goodland, Indiana, U.S.
DiedAugust 4, 1973(1973-08-04) (aged 67)
New York City, U.S.
GenresJazz, swing
OccupationsMusician, bandleader
InstrumentGuitar
Years active1921–1973
LabelsCommodore, OKeh, Victor, Brunswick, Columbia

Albert Edwin Condon (November 16, 1905 – August 4, 1973) was an American jazz banjoist, guitarist, and bandleader. A leading figure in Chicago jazz, he also played piano and sang. He also owned a self-named night club in New York City.

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