George 'Bongo Joe' Coleman was a renowned American street musician known for his innovative performances with a homemade drum kit using oil drums. Born on November 28, 1923, he gained fame for his unique percussion sound while touring Texas's tourist spots, preferring street performances over traditional venues. In 1968, he recorded an album for Arhoolie Records, which continues to be available today. Coleman's artistry blended inspiration with novelty, making him a distinctive figure in the music scene until his passing on December 19, 1999.
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Meaning of the name - Bongo
The name Bongo itself doesn't have a specific meaning. However, it's most strongly associated with the bongo drums, a musical instrument originating in Africa, often linked to celebration, rhythm, and cultural expression.
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Bongo Joe Coleman belongs to the GI Generation group.
Place of Birth: Haines City
Place of Death: San Antonio
Occupation: street artist | pianist
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Note: Moon position is location and time sensitive.| Planet | Position (Tropical, Western) | Transits on November 28, 2025 | Secondary Progressions for November 28, 2025 |
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| Sun | 5 Sagittarius 27 | 6 Sagittarius 43 | 18 Pisces 52 |
| Moon | 3 Leo 7 | 11 Pisces 51 | 5 Taurus 12 |
| Mercury | 12 Sagittarius 32 | 20 Scorpio 47 | 7 Pisces 39 |
| Venus | 25 Sagittarius 35 | 27 Scorpio 19 | 0 Taurus 15 |
| Mars | 26 Libra 33 | 17 Sagittarius 36 | 1 Capricorn 50 |
| Jupiter | 0 Sagittarius 41 | 24 Cancer 41 | 18 Sagittarius 32 |
| Saturn | 28 Libra 31 | 25 Pisces 3 | 2 Scorpio 19 |
| Uranus | 13 Pisces 38 | 29 Taurus 9 | 17 Pisces 35 |
| Neptune | 20 Leo 22 | 29 Pisces 24 | 18 Leo 12 |
| Pluto | 11 Cancer 59 | 1 Aquarius 51 | 10 Cancer 16 |
| Rahu | 6 Virgo 46 | 13 Pisces 55 | 1 Virgo 22 |
| Ketu | 6 Pisces 46 | 13 Virgo 55 | 1 Pisces 22 |
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