About Clifton James
Lived 1936 – 2006 (aged 69). Clifton James was an American musician.
Clifton James (October 2, 1936 – February 16, 2006) was an American drummer who was most closely associated with Bo Diddley, and played on many R&B records issued by Chess Records between 1955 and 1970.
Biography Born in Chicago, one of a family of fourteen,
By the 1980s, he worked at a rubber factory, and had largely given up playing music. He died in Chicago in 2006, aged 69.
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Who was Clifton James?
American musician (1936–2006)
When was Clifton James born?
Clifton James was born on 7 October 1936 in Chicago.
When did Clifton James die?
Clifton James died on 16 February 2006 in Chicago.
What was Clifton James's occupation?
Clifton James was a musician.
What nationality was Clifton James?
Clifton James was American.
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