New Orleans Radio

by blueorleansradio · Published 12/09/2013 · Updated 12/09/2013

Larry McKinley, legendary radio host, record producer & Jazz Fest @jazzfest fixture, dies at 85 #NOLA http://nola.tw/P9

Louisiana Today

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1929 - Freddie Assunto was born on this day. Traditional jazz trombonist from New Orleans, Louisiana. He was the brother of the 'Dukes of Dixieland' leader, Frank and the son of Dukes player Jac Assunto. Freddie spent his entire career as a member of the 'Dukes of Dixieland' and was married to their singer, Betty Owens. Freddie died in April of 1966 in Las Vegas.