Scatman John

John Paul Larkin (born March 13, 1942 in El Monte, California; died December 3, 1999 in Los Angeles), known as Scatman John, was a famous stutterer who invented a unique fusion of scat singing and disco, while making his "problem" into music. His albums sold over 2.5 million copies worldwide. Scatman John has received 14 golds and 18 platinums for his albums and singles. He died of lung cancer at his home in Los Angeles aged 57.

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March 13 - 1942 - El Monte - California - December 3 - 1999 - Los Angeles - Stutterer - Scat singing - Disco

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