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Googie ReneGoogie René Googie René Musical artist Rafael Leon René (March 30, 1927 – November 25, 2007), known as Googie René, was an American musician, bandleader, and songwriter. Quick facts Birth name, Born ... Googie René Birth name Rafael Leon René Born (1927-03-30)March 30, 1927 Los Angeles, California, U.S. Died November 25, 2007(2007-11-25) (aged 80) Los Angeles, California, U.S. Genres R&B, rock and roll, jazz Occupation(s) Pianist, bandleader, songwriter Instrument(s) Piano, organ Years active c.1950–1970s Close Biography He was born in Los Angeles, California, the son of songwriter and record producer Leon René, and acquired the nickname "Googie" as a child. He graduated from Dorsey High School in Baldwin Hills, Los Angeles, studied piano, and began writing songs and working in… (Source: Wikipedia)
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