New York City has set claim to many musicians throughout the years. These musicians' genres range from pop, jazz, rap and rock. Listed here are a few of the many musicians that New York City has raised into the music industry.
Edward Kennedy Ellington was known as Duke Ellington on April 29, 1899, in Washington, DC. Ellington became active in 1914 and led his band from 1923 until his death in 1974, in New York City.
Maria Calls was born on December 3, 1923 and passed away on September 16, 1977. Maria was one of the few well-known opera singers.
Neil Diamond was born on January 24, 1941 and is known as the Jewish Elvis. Diamond has been active with his music career since 1958. During his career he has worked with many top names.
Mariah Carey was born March 27, 1970, in Huntington, Long Island. Mariah made her debut in 1990 and has won several music awards.
Aaliyah Dana Houghton was born January 16, 1979 in Brooklyn, New York. Aaliyah passed away on August 20, 2001.
Christina Maria Aguilera was born December 18, 1980 in Stated Island, New York. She became active in 1990 and is still going strong.
To learn more about musicians from New York City, do some research on the internet or at your local library. Many musicians who you would never think of have very strong connections to New York. Who knows, you just might see your favorite musician on the list.
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