births
January 15, 1909
Gene Krupa, American drummer, composer, and actor (died 1973)
Gene Krupa
Eugene Bertram Krupa was an American jazz drummer, bandleader, and composer. Krupa is widely regarded as one of the most influential drummers in the history of popular music. His drum solo on Benny Goodman's 1937 recording of "Sing, Sing, Sing" elevated the role of the drummer from that of an accompanist to that of an important solo voice in the band.
January 15
January 15 is the 15th day of the year in the Gregorian calendar; 350 days remain until the end of the year.