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James Melvin Lunceford (June 6, 1902 – July 12, 1947) was an American jazz alto saxophonist and bandleader in the swing era. == Early life == Lunceford was born on a farm in the Evergreen community, west of the Tombigbee River, near Fulton, Mississippi, United States. The 53-acre (21 ha) farm was owned by his father, James. His mother was Idella ("Ida") Shumpert of Oklahoma City, an organist of "more than average ability". Seven months after James Melvin was born,... [more on Wikipedia]

As a songwriter, Jimmie Lunceford first charted in 1935 with Rhythm is Our Business.The artist placed 3 songs on the Billboard Hot 100, 2 of which reached the Top‑10, including 1 number‑one.