Jimmie Rodgers



First NameJimmie
Last NameRodgers
Full Name at BirthJames Charles Rodgers
Other NamesThe Blue Yodeler
Age35 (age at death)
Date of BirthSeptember 8, 1897
BirthplacePine Springs, Mississippi, USA
Date of DeathMay 26, 1933
Location of DeathNew York, New York, USA
Cause of DeathConsumption
BuildSlim
Hair ColorBrown - Dark
Star SignVirgo
EthnicityWhite
NationalityAmerican
OccupationCountry Musician
Occupation CategoryCountry Musician
Claim to FameMule Skinner Blues
Music GenreCountry
Music StyleTraditional Country, Yodeling
Music MoodEarnest, Autumnal, Bittersweet, Plaintive, Sparse, Gritty, Rustic, Amiable/Good-Natured, Earthy, Wistful, Reflective, Melancholy, Innocent, Organic, Cheerful, Sad, Sentimental, Yearning, Rousing, Playful, Passionate
InstrumentGuitar, Songwriter, Vocals, Banjo

James Charles Rodgers (September 8, 1897 – May 26, 1933), known as Jimmie Rodgers, was an American country singer in the early 20th century known most widely for his rhythmic yodeling. Among the first country music superstars and pioneers, Rodgers was also known as The Singing Brakeman, The Blue Yodeler, and The Father of Country Music.


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Filmography

Selected Jimmie Rodgers film and TV show credits:


Acting Credits

1929
The Singing Brakeman
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Composer Credits

2012
The Circle Only Has One Side
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Soundtrack Credits

2010
Rock-Suomi
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2007
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2003
Desperate Man Blues
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2000
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1996
The Life and Times of the Red Dog Saloon
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1990
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1986
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1975
Austin City Limits
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1969
The Johnny Cash Show
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1948
Silver Trails
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1945
Riders of the Dawn
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1939
The Bear That Couldn't Sleep
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1938
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