Tommy Dorsey

== Info ==
Jazz musician and brother of Jimmy Dorsey, with whom he often played as a part of The Dorsey Brothers. Noted for his solo work, especially on the trombone. His band featured Frank Sinatra in his first taste of success as a vocalist. Sinatra claimed inspiration from watching Tommy play. The band also featured Buddy Rich and Jo Stafford as well as Gene Krupa. His band was broken up by Artie Shaw. Appeared on Jackie Gleason's show. Helped introduce Elvis Presley. Died from an overdose of sedatives at age 51. Over 280 hits. I'll Never Smile Again was inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame along with I'm Getting Sentimental Over You and Marie (written by Irving Berlin). 1996 US Postage Stamp. Featured in several films.
== Genres ==
Jazz
Category:Early Influences
Category:Jazz