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Gene Krupa Vinyl Records

Gene Krupa was an American jazz and big band drummer who helped to define the sound of swing and jazz music. He was born in 1909 and was one of the most influential drummers in the history of jazz music. He was known for his showmanship and precise style of drumming, and he was a highly sought-after session musician who worked with many of the greats, including Benny Goodman, Louis Armstrong, and Billie Holiday.

Krupa's most famous albums include Drummin' Man (1937), Gene Krupa and His Orchestra (1940), The Gene Krupa Story (1955), and Drum Boogie (1961). His most popular songs include "Drum Boogie," "Sing, Sing, Sing," "Let Me Off Uptown," and "The Drum Battle with Buddy Rich."

An interesting fact about Gene Krupa is that he was one of the first drummers to be featured prominently on jazz records. He was also one of the first to use the modern drum set, which helped to revolutionize jazz music.