Artist Bio:
Jimmy Clanton is an American singer and songwriter who rose to fame in the late 1950s and early 1960s. He was born on September 2, 1938, in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Clanton is best known for his hit songs such as "Just a Dream" and "Venus in Blue Jeans," which both reached the top 10 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.
Clanton's musical style was a blend of rock and roll and pop, and he was often associated with the "swamp pop" genre that emerged from Louisiana in the 1950s. He signed with Ace Records in 1958 and had a string of successful singles throughout the early 1960s. Clanton continues to perform live and has maintained a dedicated fan base over the years, particularly in the southern United States where he is considered a regional music icon.
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