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Nicola PaoneNicola Paone Nicola Paone American singer-songwriter Nicola Paone (October 5, 1915 – December 25, 2003) was an Italian-American singer, songwriter, and restaurateur, best known for his humorous, chart-topping songs about the joys and hardships of Italian immigrants in America. Quick facts Background information, Also known as ... Nicola Paone Background information Also known as The Italian Troubadour The Italian Bing Crosby Born (1915-10-05)October 5, 1915 Origin Barnesboro, Pennsylvania, United States Died December 25, 2003(2003-12-25) (aged 88) Genres Folk Occupations Singer, entertainer, restaurateur Instruments Vocals, guitar Years active 1942–1998 Labels Etna, Columbia, RCA Close Early life He was born on October 5, 1915, in Barnesboro, Pennsylvania. His father was a Sicilian immigrant who worked as a coal miner. His singing ability… (Source: Wikipedia)
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