Jimmie. Rodgers

Jimmie Rodgers Jimmie Rodgers American country singer (1897–1933) This article is about the country singer. For the pop singer, see Jimmie Rodgers (pop singer). For other people with similar names, see James Rogers. "The Singing Brakeman" redirects here. For the film, see The Singing Brakeman (film). James Charles Rodgers ((1897-09-08)September 8, 1897 – (1933-05-26)May 26, 1933) was an American singer, songwriter, and musician who rose to popularity in the late 1920s. Widely regarded as the "Father of Country Music", he is best known for his distinctive yodeling. Rodgers was known as "The Singing Brakeman" and "America's Blue Yodeler". He has been cited as an inspiration by many artists, and he has been inducted into multiple halls of fame. Quick facts…

GENRES: Country & Western, Folk, Male Vocalist