Kid Thomas, often associated with New Orleans Jazz, was a trumpeter whose career spanned several decades, deeply rooting itself in the fabric of traditional jazz. Born as Louis Thomas Watts on June 3, 1896, in Reserve, Louisiana, Kid Thomas gained recognition for his distinctive, emotive style of play, which encapsulated the raw spirit and festivity intrinsic to New Orleans' musical panorama. His professional career took off in the 1920s, but it wasn't until the 1950s and onwards that his fame soared, leading him and his band, Kid Thomas Valentine & His Algiers Stompers, to international acclaim.

Renowned for his exuberant playing and a seemingly inexhaustible energy, Kid Thomas was a stalwart of the Preservation Hall, the famed New Orleans jazz venue that served as a hotspot for traditional jazz revival. Through the latter part of the 20th century, Kid Thomas ventured beyond the United States, bringing the joyous sounds of New Orleans to international audiences, as evidenced by live albums such as "Kid Thomas in England" and "Live In Denmark, Vol. 3 & 4." Even after his passing on January 18, 1987, his legacy endures through an extensive discography that continues to inspire both musicians and fans of the quintessential New Orleans jazz sound.

Genres

Jazz

Blues

Swing

Big Band

New Orleans Jazz

Brass Band

Dixieland

Ragtime

Latest Release

Kid Thomas in England

Kid Thomas

Album - 8 Tracks - Released November 20, 2017