Today in Louisiana Music History: October 7 October 7, 2012 by: Joseph Irrera Leave a comment 1924: Louis Armstrong’s first recording with the Fletcher Henderson Orchestra for Columbia in New York. 1966: Smiley Lewis passes away in New Orleans at age 53. 1992: Drummer Ed Blackwell passes away, born in New Orleans. Ed BlackwellHistoryLouis ArmstrongMusic historySmiley LewisToday in Louisiana Music HistoryVideo
