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June Christy
June Christy was a jazz singer who was, for many, the quintessential cool jazz
vocalist, albeit one who was often critically overlooked during her lifetime.
Christy was born Shirley Luster in Springfield, Illinois, on November 20th 1925.
At 13 she began to sing with the Bill Oetzel Orchestra and went on to appear
with the Ben Bradley Band and Bill Madden's Band while still in high school.
After graduating she moved to Chicago, changed her name to Sharon Leslie and
began singing with Boyd Raeburn's group. Later on she joined Benny Strong's band
and might have made the move with...
What Did I Have That I Don't Have?Jeri Southern and June Christy
Michael Feinstein Sings the Burton Lane Songbook Vol. 2
3:00
This Year's KissesJune Christy
The Misty Miss Christy
2:02
Don't Worry 'Bout Me
June Christy and KentonesI'm Thrilled
1:56
When You AwakeJune Christy
Merrill At Midnight
2:29
FrenesiJune Christy
Big Band Specials
2:20
It Could Happen to YouJune Christy and Pete Rugolo
Something Cool
1:58
