Turner Layton
Turner Layton (July 2, 1894 – February 6, 1978), born John Turner Layton, Jr., was an African American songwriter, singer and pianist. He frequently worked with Henry Creamer.
Turner Layton | |
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Turner Layton (left) and his musical partner Clarence Johnstone in 1933 | |
| Background information | |
| Birth name | John Turner Layton, Jr. |
| Born | 2 July 1894 Washington, D.C., United States |
| Died | 6 February 1978 (aged 83) London, England |
| Genres | Jazz, vocal |
| Occupation(s) | Singer |
| Years active | 1918–1946 |
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