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Musical work
drummer; band musician. Instruments recorded in the collection: drums. Genres: western swing; country jazz.
Evidence and identity
The Oklahoma upbringing/career connection and drummer role recur across period and specialist sources.
Chickasha Daily Express, 16 May 1984
Smokey Dacus identity/instrument and Oklahoma press context
Smokey Dacus: Pioneer of Western Swing Drumming
Smokey Dacus Oklahoma upbringing/career, drums and Bob Wills connection
Smoky Dacus and Bob Wills
Smokey Dacus name variants, dates and Oklahoma context