James Wayne (R&B musician)
James Douglas Wayne (March 3, 1920 or April 17, 1924 – March 31, 1978), who recorded in the 1950s and early 1960s as James Waynes, James Wayne, and Wee Willie Wayne, was an American rhythm and blues singer, songwriter and musician. He recorded "a fine blend of Texas blues and New Orleans R&B". He had a no.2 hit on the Billboard R&B chart in 1951 with the song "Tend To Your Business", and that year also recorded one of the earliest versions of the widely performed song "Junco Partner".
James Wayne | |
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| Birth name | James Douglas Wayne |
| Also known as | James Waynes Wee Willie Wayne |
| Born | March 3, 1920 (possibly) Houston, Texas, United States |
| Died | March 31, 1978 (aged 58) Los Angeles, California |
| Occupation(s) | Singer, songwriter |
| Years active | c.1950 – early 1960s |
| Labels | Sittin' In With, Imperial, Aladdin, Peacock, Angletone |
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