About Alan Rankin Jones
Lived 1902 – 1945 (aged 43). Alan Rankin Jones was an American lyricist, jazz pianist and composer.
Alan Rankin Jones (died 1945) was an American jazz pianist, composer, and lyricist best known for his composition "Easy Street".
Music Jones composed "Easy Street" in 1940.
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Who was Alan Rankin Jones?
American jazz pianist, composer, and lyricist
When was Alan Rankin Jones born?
Alan Rankin Jones was born on 4 August 1902.
When did Alan Rankin Jones die?
Alan Rankin Jones died on 15 October 1945.
What was Alan Rankin Jones's occupation?
Alan Rankin Jones was a lyricist, jazz pianist and composer.
What nationality was Alan Rankin Jones?
Alan Rankin Jones was American.
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