James Edward Wilbur (1898–1968) was a British bandleader and prolifically recorded musician identified with and influential in the era of Big Band and British dance band music.
[4] With his own name and under many pseudonyms,[5] his recordings appeared on a variety of labels, including Imperial, Eclipse, Rex and Crown.
He broadcast for the BBC in the 1930s, often featuring guest artists such as Fats Waller.
[8] Jay Wilbur and His Band performed extensively for Allied military servicemembers during World War II.
[9] Wilbur died in Cape Town, South Africa, in 1968.