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David Buckley Wilborn (April 11, 1904 – April 25, 1982) was an American jazz singer and banjoist,[1] best known for his time as a member of McKinney's Cotton Pickers.[2]

Early life

Wilborn was born in Springfield, Ohio, on April 11, 1904.[1] He started on piano at the age of 12 but switched to banjo soon after.[2]

Later life and career

Wilborn played with Cecil and Lloyd Scott in 1922, then joined William McKinney's Synco Septet, which became the Cotton Pickers soon after.[2] He sang and played banjo for the group until its dissolution in 1934, and when it reformed a short time later he remained in the group until 1937.[2] In 1928, he also recorded with Louis Armstrong.[2]

After 1937, Wilborn worked as a bandleader until 1950, after which he left full-time performance.[2] When David Hutson formed the New McKinney's Cotton Pickers, Wilborn (who may have been the last living member of the original band) also played in this ensemble.[2] He sang and played on their albums New McKinney's Cotton Pickers (1972) and You're Driving Me Crazy (1973).[2] He died during a performance in Detroit on April 25, 1982.[1]

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