Kay Kyser
Jazzswing era bandleaderbig bandradio personalitydance band
James Kern Kyser (June 18, 1905 – July 23, 1985), known professionally as Kay Kyser, was an American bandleader and radio personality active during the 1930s and 1940s. He was born in Rocky Mount, North Carolina, to Emily Royster Kyser (née Howell) and Paul Bynum Kyser, both pharmacists. His mother was noted as the first registered female pharmacist in North Carolina. He was one of six children and was a cousin of journalist and newspaper editor Vermont C. Royster.
Influenced by: Duke Ellington, Count Basie, Benny Goodman
- Active:
- 1930s-1940s
- Scene:
- American swing circuit
96K listeners on Last.fmMore on Last.fm
Upcoming shows
0 showsNo upcoming shows in the DMV
We don't have any confirmed dates in the region right now. Follow this artist and we'll let you know when one's announced.