Joseph Natus (March 1, 1860 – April 21, 1917) was an American minstrel performer and recording artist who was prominent during the early 20th century. He was a tenor.
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He was born in Detroit, Michigan.[1]
He partnered with Arthur Collins in 1901 and they made 19 Edison cylinder recording and several Victor recording through 1902.[2] They also recorded as part of a quartet, including a performance of the song Goodbye, Dolly Gray that was popular.[3]
Natus also recorded a version of the song Coon, Coon, Coon.
He died April 21, 1917, in Rome, New York.[4]
Discography
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- ^ a b c "Will D. Cobb (lyricist) - Discography of American Historical Recordings". adp.library.ucsb.edu.