About Ann Cook
Lived 1903 – 1962 (aged 59). Ann Cook was an American musician and singing.
Ann Cook (April 1886 – September 29, 1962) was an American blues and gospel singer. Born and raised in rural Louisiana in an area named Fazendeville in St. Bernard Parish,
She worked out of Willie Piazza's brothel during the later years of Storyville's existence, and after the end of World War I and Storyville's dismantling, Cook moved to Rampart Street. During this time, she worked on two of her surviving recordings, "Mama Cookie Blues" and "He’s the Sweetest Black Man in Town", which were originally published by Victor Records in 1927. At the time, her voice was considered so well-liked that it could "stop the traffic on Rampart Street".
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Ann Cook?
American blues and gospel singer (1903–1962)
When was Ann Cook born?
Ann Cook was born on 10 May 1903 in St. Francisville.
When did Ann Cook die?
Ann Cook died on 29 September 1962 in New Orleans.
What was Ann Cook's occupation?
Ann Cook was a musician and singing.
What nationality was Ann Cook?
Ann Cook was American.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Ann Cook (musician)
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