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Mae BarnesJo Jones Jo Jones American jazz drummer (1911–1985) For the fictional television character, see Jo Jones (Doctor Who). Not to be confused with Philly Joe Jones. Jonathan David Samuel Jones (October 7, 1911 – September 3, 1985)[1] was an American jazz drummer. A band leader and pioneer in jazz percussion, Jones anchored the Count Basie Orchestra rhythm section from 1934 to 1948. He was sometimes known as Papa Jo Jones to distinguish him from younger drummer Philly Joe Jones. Quick facts Background information, Birth name ... Jo Jones Jones, c. 1938 Background information Birth name Jonathan David Samuel Jones Also known as Papa Jo Jones Kansas City Jo Jones Born (1911-10-07)October 7, 1911 Chicago, Illinois, U.S. Died September 3, 1985(1985-09-03)… (Source: Wikipedia)
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