Jimmy O'Bryant

Jimmy O'Bryant was an American jazz clarinetist born around 1896 in Arkansas, who left an indelible mark on the jazz scene of the 1920s. Known for his work with the Tennessee Ten and Alberta Hunter & Her Paramount Boys, O'Bryant's career was tragically cut short when he passed away in Chicago in 1928 at the young age of 32. Despite his brief career, his contributions to jazz music have been celebrated and preserved in various albums, including "Mystery Man of Jazz" and "Jimmy O'Bryant Vol. 1 (1924-1925)." His music, a blend of jazz and blues, continues to captivate audiences, offering a glimpse into the vibrant jazz culture of the Roaring Twenties.