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Adolph Hofner
Background information
Birth nameAdolph John Hofner
Born(1916-06-08)June 8, 1916
Moulton, Texas, U.S.
DiedJune 2, 2000(2000-06-02) (aged 83)
San Antonio
GenresWestern swing, polka
Occupation(s)Bandleader, singer
Years active1932–1993
LabelsOKeh, Columbia, Sarg, Bluebird

Adolph John Hofner (June 8, 1916 – June 2, 2000) was an American Western swing bandleader and singer.[1][2]

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  2. ^ Larkin 1998

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