About George W. Johnson

George Washington Johnson was an American singer and pioneer sound recording artist. He is known for being the first African American recording star of the phonograph. His most popular songs were "The Whistling Coon" and "The Laughing Song".

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Occupation: singer, composer
Citizenship: United States
Born: 1846
Died: January 23, 1914

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George W. Johnson

American singer

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