Davis, Karl, 1905-1979

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Davis, Karl, 1905-1979

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1905-12-17

1905-12-17

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Country musician, songwriter, and radio performer. Born December 17, 1905. Died May 30, 1979. Popular on Chicago radio stations WLS and WJJD as a member of Karl & Harty and the Cumberland Ridge Runners. Career active 1930s-1940s. Writer of several popular country songs, including "Kentucky," and "I'm Here To Get My Baby Out of Jail."

From the description of Oral history interview with Karl Davis; 1974 June 9; interview conducted by Douglas B. Green. 1974 June 9. (Country Music Foundation, Library & Media Center). WorldCat record id: 58840881 From the description of Oral history interview with Karl Davis; 1974 June 8; Interview conducted by Douglas B. Green. 1974 June 8. (Country Music Foundation, Library & Media Center). WorldCat record id: 58840882

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