American Jazz Vibraphonist: The Dedicated Lionel Hampton
American jazz vibraphonist Lionel Hampton‘s story – the vibes maestro who kicked off life … Read more
Mike Mainieri The Innovative Jazz Vibraphonist
The innovative jazz vibraphonist Mike Mainieri, this total legend in the jazz world. He’s … Read more
Multi-Instrumentalist Jazz Musician: Rahsaan Roland Kirk the Innovator
Multi-instrumentalist jazz musician Rahsaan Roland Kirk, originally Ronald Theodore Kirk, born on August 7, … Read more
The Jazz Drum Maestro Jack DeJohnette
The jazz drum maestro Jack DeJohnette, the drumming maestro who’s been pounding the skins … Read more
Band Leader in the Swing Era: William James “Count” Basie
Band leader in the swing era William James, aka “Count” Basie. Born in the … Read more
Jazz Soprano Saxophone Player: a Living Legend Wayne Shorter
Wayne Shorter, an American jazz soprano saxophone player, is basically a living legend. He’s … Read more
The King of Jazz Guitarist Pat Martino
The king of jazz guitarist, Pat Martino embarked on his musical journey as Patrick … Read more
The Mysterious Jazz Legend: Buddy Bolden
The mysterious jazz legend Buddy Bolden, the OG of jazz Known for kickstarting “jass” … Read more
Most Influential Musician in Jazz: Sonny Rollins the Saxophone Colossus
Most influential musician in jazz Sonny Rollins: Jazz Maestro Riding the Waves for Eight … Read more
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