Reese LaMarr DuPree (July 18, 1883 – April 30, 1963) was an American singer, recording artist, promoter and entrepreneur.
[1] He started singing in church and left the plantation around 13 trying his hand at several jobs.
[6] He performed in concerts across the country from New York City to San Bernardino, California.
[1][6] DuPree was a promoter of African-American artists and gained much recognition and was honored by the people of Macon and other Middle Georgians.
[8] He was described as both internationally famous[9] and national-known promoter and presented such acts as Jimmie Lunceford.