Amoeba Music

By Jimi McCluskey

Though probably best known for the most popular take on the American standard “Stagger Lee,” as well as other hits of the late 1950’s and early 1960’s, Lloyd Price has had a long and fascinating career, both inside and outside of the music business.

Price was born March 9^th, 1933 (the consensus date, although years vary from ‘32 – ‘35 depending on the source) in Kenner, Louisiana on the outskirts of New Orleans. His business acumen and love of music can easily be credited to his parents, a loving couple whose marriage would surpass the 65 year mark and who ran a local market,... Read More

City Of Origin:

Kenner, Louisiana, United States

Genre:

Soul, Early Soul, New Orleans, New Orleans Soul, Oldies

Birthdate:

03/09/1933