Bardu (born Bahadour) Ali (September 23, 1906 – October 29, 1981) was an American jazz and R&B singer, guitarist, and promoter.
"[2] While both of these characterizations are incorrect, Ali and his family carried many identities and lived in a multitude of U.S. cities.
He moved to New York City in the 1920s and became leader of the Napoleon Zyas band.
He is credited with persuading Webb to hire singer Ella Fitzgerald.
He played an important role in the early career of Charles Brown and was Redd Foxx's business manager.