Asheville's Hit Country!  Vaughn Monroe Vaughn Monroe Despite an
early talent for the trumpet, Vaughn Monroe's desire to become
an opera singer eventually landed him almost ten number one hits
during the '40s as well as a host of nicknames for his rich
baritone, including "The Voice with Hairs on Its Chest" and "Old
Leather Tonsils." Born in Akron, OH,...  Share Email Bookmark