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American singer (1925–1990)

Person · Open Library

Works
1

Top works

  • Ballad collection (5244792)

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Music · MusicBrainz

Type
Person
Gender
Female
Origin
United States
Active from
1925-11-20
Active to
1990-06-21
cool jazzjazzvocal jazz

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300,328
Total plays
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June Christy (November 20, 1925 – June 21, 1990), born Shirley Luster, was an American singer, known for her work in the cool jazz genre and for her silky smooth vocals. Her success as a singer began with The Stan Kenton Orchestra. She pursued a solo career from 1954 and is best known for her debut album Something Cool. After her death, she was hailed as "one of the finest and most neglected singers of her time." Shirley Luster was born in Springfield, Illinois, and moved with her family to Dec

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