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Almos Milburn was an influential boogie-woogie pianist, singer, and bandleader, born on April 1, 1927, in Houston, Texas. His style significantly impacted artists such as Fats Domino and Little Richard. Milburn began developing his musical talent at an early age, teaching himself to play "Jingle Bells" by the age of five. Although his parents enrolled him in piano lessons, he honed his skills by imitating the music he heard in local taverns and juke joints. In 1942, he enlisted in the United States Navy, where he entertained troops in the Pacific Theater for over three years. Milburn started recording for Aladdin on September 12, 1946, with the release of "Down the Road Apiece," which came just before the rise of rock & roll. Over the next twelve years, he recorded approximately 125 songs, most of which were arranged by saxophonist Maxwell Davis. Despite his success, alcoholism later affected his life, adding a grim irony to his songs that celebrated drinking. Almos Milburn passed away on January 3, 1980, in Houston, Texas.

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