One of 13 children, Amos Milburn earned 13 battle stars in WW II. From the age of 5, the piano was his best friend. Together, they found fame with Aladdin Records with Rhythm & Blues hits like “Hold Me Baby” and “Chicken Shack Boogie” in 1949. More hits followed like “One Scotch, One Bourbon, One Beer” and “Bad Bad Whiskey.” Released in 1950, that original 45 can fetch $500.00. His 1955 debut album, “Rockin’ The Boogie,” released on Aladdin Records, is worth up to $2,500.00 today.

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