Ada Jones was a prominent figure in the early 20th century music scene, known for her prolific work as a recording artist during the era of the Edison cylinders. Born on June 1, 1873, in Lancashire, England, and raised in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Jones found her passion in music and performance at an early age. She became one of the most popular and versatile singers of the early 1900s, capturing the hearts of listeners with her unique voice and comic style.

Jones' recording career flourished in an era before electronic amplification, relying on the acoustic recording technologies of the time. She worked with various well-known artists, including Len Spencer, with whom she performed an array of comic vaudeville pieces, leaving a mark on the genre with their dynamic and humorous duets. Her specialty, however, lay in comic ragtime songs, a genre she helped popularize with her spirited and lively performances. Jones was one of the first female recording stars in the United States and made significant contributions to the music industry with a career spanning two decades, until her untimely death in 1922. Her legacy is captured in collections like "Ada Jones Comic Ragtime Songs Edison Cylinder," which showcases her talent during the peak years of her career, and "Classic 1920's Music," where her voice continues to resonate with audiences who appreciate the roots of American popular music.

Genres

Vaudeville

Latest Release

Beautiful Catnap

Ada Jones

Album - 12 Tracks - Released January 17, 2022