Harry "Doc" Bagby | |
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Born | Harry Camilus Bagby August 1, 1917 Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, U.S. |
Died | September 3, 1970 Manhattan, New York City, U.S. | (aged 53)
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Spouse | Barbara Kemp (née Barbara Ward) |
Harry "Doc" Bagby (né Harry Camilus Bagby) was an American studio musician who played piano and organ, and backed many artists in pop and jazz. He played a major part in the music scene from the late 1940s to the late 1960s. He was also a bandleader and solo artist in his own right. He released many singles throughout his career. He is also the co-composer of the hit song "Rock the Joint" which has been recorded by Jimmy Preston and Bill Haley.