The only interruptions during his time with Basie were World War II and absences due to managing the career of his wife , vocalist Wini Brown .
Fowlkes joined Basie 's orchestra in 1953 and remained with it until his death .
The only interruptions during Fowlkes ' time Basie Basie were World War II and absences due to managing the career of his wife , vocalist Wini Brown .
Fowlkes joined Basie 's orchestra in 1953 and remained with it until his death .