found: African American National Biography, accessed November 26, 2014, via Oxford African American Studies Center database:(Gladys, Bentley; Bobby Minton; pianist, blues musician / singer; born 12 August 1907 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States; performer at the Mad House in Harlem, New York City; began recording for Okeh Records (1928) making eight records; moved to California in late 1930's; actively sang at gay clubs in Hollywood, San Francisco and Los Angeles; sometimes performed under the name "Bobby Minton" ; was one of the few openly lesbian performers, known for problems with police for performing in male clothing; in 1945 made five recordings for the Excelsior label; also recorded for the Flame label; died on January 18, 1960 in Hollywood, California, United States)
