On August 4th we celebrate the birth of one of the most influential figures in jazz. But did you know that Pops loved his pot?

Louis Armstrong: just the name evokes the image of a dark, smoky dance hall filled with classic jazzy trumpeting tunes tinged with nostalgia.

Known fondly as "Satchmo" and "Pops," Louis Armstrong is instantly recognizable for his unmistakable gravelly voice and unique trumpet-playing.

He rose to prominence in the 1920’s, one of the first African-American musicians to cross the line into popularity and influence not only jazz music, but popular culture in general.

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Lisa Rough ~ Leafly.com ~