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HAPPY 70th BIRTHDAY to Stevie Wonder 🎈
We'll be celebrating his amazing music and achievements all-day long 🎶
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@StevieWonder
#StevieWonder
#StevieWonder70
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Bossa nova singer of The Girl from Ipanema, Astrud Gilberto, dies aged 83
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Today would have been Gil Scott-Heron's 70th Birthday. Musician, poet, writer, activist and one of the best to ever do it. Happy Birthday Gil! ❤️
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Jazz legend Marlena Shaw has passed away aged 81.
Shaw will forever be known for her hits including 'Woman of the Ghetto', Where Can I Go?' and 'California Soul'.
Please join us in paying respect to a musical icon 🧡
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Happy Birthday to the remarkable Jill Scott! 🎈
Your soulful voice, powerful lyrics, and captivating performances continue to inspire and uplift us all. Thanks for bringing your unmatched talent to the scene. 🎶
Here's to a day as epic as your music!
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@missjillscott
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HAPPY 90TH BIRTHDAY to the musical magician which is Quincy Jones 🎈
Join us in celebrating his immeasurable 70-plus-year career, which has helped mould the course of our shared musical experience 🎼
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@QuincyDJones
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Happy 80th anniversary birthday to the legendary Hugh Masekela! ❤️ 🎺🎵
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It's been announced that jazz giant Chick Corea has passed away at the age of 79.
His impact within the jazz and music world will never be forgotten.
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Happy 82nd Birthday to the cosmic transcender - Lonnie Liston smith 🎈
Lose yourself to one of our favourite Jazz FM Sessions, from when Lonnie visited us a few years ago 🎹
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#LonnieListonSmith
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Happy Anniversary Birthday to Ella Fitzgerald - The first lady of Song
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The winner of Album of the Year sponsored by
@arqiva
is
@Thundercat
with ‘Drunk’
#JazzFMAwards
#JazzDay
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Happy 86th Anniversary Birthday to the High Priestess of Soul Nina Simone. 💖
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Happy Birthday to "The Godfather of Neo Soul" that is Roy Ayers 🎉
Known for his primary role in the acid jazz movement, the "Everybody Loves the Sunshine" composer is said to have more sampled hits by rappers than any other artist. Happy 82nd Birthday Roy 🥳
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Happy 60th birthday Ronnie Scott's Jazz Club! The world famous venue first opened its doors on Gerrard Street London on 30th October 1959 🎷
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Possibly the most iconic Jazz photo of all time... Can you name the people in the photo?
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HAPPY 80TH BIRTHDAY to the gigantic George Benson 🎈
Growing from a child prodigy to a multi-Grammy-winning, multi-platinum-selling great, George Benson's music career has been quite something 🎸
📸 George Benson in 1978
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#GeorgeBenson
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Charlie Watts, the superb drummer for The Rolling Stones, has sadly passed away at the age of 80.
Here is Charlie pictured with Ronnie Wood and Mick Jagger at the Jazz FM Awards ceremony in 2017, having just received the Jazz FM Gold Award for his contribution to jazz and blues.
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Rest in peace Carla Bley 💜
Bley was a pioneer of the free jazz movement, making her own distinct mark on opera, big band, fusion and much more. She was also the original conductor and arranger for the Liberation Music Orchestra, formed by Charlie Haden in 1969.
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Happy 93rd Birthday to living legend that is Sonny Rollins 🎉
The Jazz Hall Of Famer known for his composition of 'St. Thomas', 'Doxy' and many more, has been called one of the most influential jazz musicians and "the greatest living improviser".
Happy Birthday Mr. Rollins 🎶
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Happy 69th Birthday to the Composer King that is
@PatMetheny
!
Having captivated audiences with his guitar skills for decades, it's no wonder his playing has led to an impressive 45 records, selling over 20 million copies, and three gold albums!
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#jazz
#patmetheny
#jazzfm
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Today marks Jazz FM's 33rd Birthday 🎈
Thank you to all of those who have been involved in running the station and the artists who create the music we love.
But, most importantly, thank YOU for supporting us and keeping us company along the way 📻
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The legendary bassist Marcus Miller recalls his encounter with Miles Davis, after the release of 'Tutu' 🎶
This is your chance to hear 'The Music That Made Me with Marcus Miller' again, tonight from 11pm: 📻
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@MarcusMiller959
@lovenigel
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Happy Birthday to the almighty wordsmith Gil Scott-Heron 🎈
Gil Scott-Heron would have been 71 today. He is one of the most influential music figures of the 20th century, inspiring hip-hop, Rap, neo-soul and the jazz world alike.
What do you think his most influential song is?
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It is with great sadness that we pay our respects to the late David Sanborn.
Sanborn had an illustrious career, performing with icons like David Bowie, the Rolling Stones, Stevie Wonder, and many more. His unique sound and immense talent will be greatly missed.
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Drummer and percussionist Ivan "Mamao" Conti, best known for his work with the Brazilian group Azymuth has died, at the age of 76:
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@FarOutRecs
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Happy birthday to the acclaimed pianist and singer, Diana Krall 🎈
Having sold over 15 million albums worldwide, and winning 3 Grammy Awards, there's no question that Diana is regarded as one of the best-selling artists of her time!
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@DianaKrall
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Today we remember Ella Fitzgerald on what would have been her 107th birthday 🎈
Celebrated for being the Queen of Jazz due to her remarkable voice and unparalleled style, she captured the hearts of audiences around the world and left an indelible mark on the music industry 🎂
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Happy 80th Birthday to the supreme innovator and jazz visionary - Herbie Hancock 🎈
Herbie has worked with and influenced some of the finest and groundbreaking artists across the 20th and 21st century. Who or what is your favourite Herbie collaboration?
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@herbiehancock
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Born on this day 90 years ago. Julian Cannonball Adderley one of the greatest to ever do it. Pictured here with Miles Davis and John Coltrane whilst recording 'Kind Of Blue'
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Miles Davis, born this day 1926.
Incredible photo by Don Hunstein...
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Congratulations
@GregoryPorter
Performing at
@carnegiehall
last night, he received a standing ovation BEFORE singing a single note!
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Happy 81st Birthday to pioneering guitar legend John McLaughlin 🎈
"You hear it - it's like a gift" 💬
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@jmcl_gtr
#JohnMcLaughlin
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Herbie Hancock has confirmed that his International Jazz Day concert on April 30th will become a free global live stream this year
#JazzDayAtHome
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#musicnews
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@herbiehancock
@IntlJazzDay
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CONGRATULATIONS to Norah Jones, the first winner of our special awards at the Jazz FM Awards 2020 with OANDA
Norah has been awarded the Impact Award for bringing jazz to a wider audience through her music
#JazzFMAwards
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@NorahJones
@OANDA
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Happy 65th birthday Pat Metheny !! He's our Jazz FM Legend of the day - tune in all day as we celebrate his music and find out how his name could unlock £2,200 prize money at 5pm
#JazzFMLegends
#PatMetheny
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Remembering the one and only Sarah Vaughan on what would have been her 100th birthday 🎈
Her unparalleled vocal range, virtuosity and ability to interpret a song were unmatched. We celebrate her incredible legacy and the timeless music she gifted us. 🎵
#SarahVaughan100
#JazzFM
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Dominating the Grammy Awards as a record producer with 28 to his name, Happy 88th Birthday to the colossal Quincy Jones 🎈
Find out all you need to know about the 2021 Grammy's here:
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@QuincyDJones
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Happy Birthday to "The Divine One" 🎈
Sarah Vaughan would have been 96 today. She is one of the best jazz vocalists of all time. Do you agree?
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Can you believe it’s 40 years today since we lost a musical icon, aged just 31... the great Minnie Riperton
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Happy Birthday to one of the most successful British female artists EVER - Sade 🎈
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@SadeOfficial
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Happy 84th Birthday to the legendary pianist, bandleader and composer,
@herbiehancock
! 🎉
The Grammy and Academy Award winner is celebrated for his incredible talent and his part in redefining the role of a jazz rhythm section. Join us in celebrating his continuing legacy 🎶
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Today marks Nina Simone's 90th anniversary 🎹
Eunice Kathleen Waymon was a true, genre-crossing pioneer. Her actions as a musician and as a Civil Rights Activist made her an insurmountable figure of the 20th Century 🎶
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@NinaSimoneMusic
#NinaSimone
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We are incredibly sad to annoucne that our friend and Jazz FM Family Member Jamie Crick has sadly died following a short illness.
Our deepest condolences are with his family and loved ones at this time.
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Sad to hear that the incredible singer and multi-instrumentalist Bob Dorough has died aged 94. His compositions include Mel Torme’s ‘Coming Home Baby’ and the song ‘Three is a Magic Number’ - originally created to help children with maths
RIP sir. 1923-2018
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NEWS:
@QuincyDJones
and
@Qwest_TV
have released 66 rare performances online including Paris sets from Nina Simone, Ella Fitzgerald, Thelonius Monk Quartet.
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Happy 80th Anniversary Birthday to Afrobeat pioneer and tireless activist Fela Anikulapo Kuti! Join Sarah Ward tomorrow from a special 80th Felabration on Jazz travels, tomorrow at 9pm, featuring stories from Dele Sosimi, Seun Kuti, Femi Koleoso and our own Jez Nelson!
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HAPPY 70TH BIRTHDAY to Chaka Khan - "The Queen of Funk" 🎈
Join us in celebrating the career and music of the chart-topping, multi-platinum album-selling, multi-Grammy-winning, R&B, soul, and disco powerhouse 🎶
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@ChakaKhan
#ChakaKhan
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Happy 97th birthday to the one and only Lou Donaldson! 🎈
A prominent bop alto saxophonist influenced by Charlie Parker, best known for his soulful, bluesy approach and for playing alongside jazz greats including Art Blakey and Clifford Brown.
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Happy 75th Birthday to one of the best pianists in the world - Keith Jarrett 🎈
One of the most prolific musicians of the 20th and 21st centuries, Keith has been so important to the world of music. What do you think is Keith's most important contribution?
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**SPECIAL PROGRAMME**
Tomorrow from 1pm-2PM we have a Good Friday special
@chrisphilips
is joined by MARTIN FREEMAN and Acid Jazz records boss Eddie Piller talking about their new 'Jazz On The Corner' compilation album.
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🚨 JUST ANNOUNCED: The presenter and DJ, formerly known as Anne Frankenstein, has taken the decision to broadcast using her real name - Deb Grant 🔊
Find out more here:
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@djdebgrant
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Happy International Jazz Day 2020 🎶
The Virtual Global Concert will be broadcast from 8pm this evening. Who are you excited to see?
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@IntlJazzDay
@herbiehancock
@ddbprods
@johnbeasley
@cecilesalvant
@MarcusMiller959
@JoeyJazzOrgan
@DianneReeves1
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#JAZZDAY
#JazzDayAtHome
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Let's celebrate the amazing Anita Baker, as she turns 64 today 🎈
Rising up through the worlds of soul and funk, she took the music world by storm during the 1980s and has gone on to sell millions of records and scooped up 8 Grammy Awards 🎤
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@IAMANITABAKER
#AnitaBaker
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Happy Birthday to Ella Fitzgerald 🎈
Ella's distinctive voice stormed the music world in the 20th century and she holds a special place in our hearts, having launched Jazz FM back in 1990
Join Clare Teal for her "Ella-bration", tonight from 7pm
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@clareteal
@EllaFitzgerald
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Happy Birthday to "Lady Day", the unmistakable Billie Holiday 🎈
Billie would have been 105 today. What's her most iconic song?
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Happy would be 91st Birthday to the incredible Nina Simone 🎈
In celebration of the iconic jazz legend, we have a special broadcast entitled 'The Montreux Years' airing this Sunday from 9pm
Join us in remembering the one and only Nina Simone 💜
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#JazzFM
#NinaSimone
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Join us in wishing a very happy 87th birthday to the legendary jazz bassist Ron Carter! 🎉
With over 2,200 recording credits to his name, Ron holds the record for the most-recorded jazz bassist in history. His influence on jazz is unparalleled 🎶
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#JazzFM
#RonCarter
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As
@jazzfm
turns 29 yrs old today, we finally gain a sibling! Welcome to the world
@scalaradio
- our sister in quality music. Why not give it a try, retune your digital radio today or listen to to us for more details. We’re very proud - as they say, the new family are doing well!
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Happy Birthday to a man who has had a herculean impact on the jazz world and beyond - Herbie Hancock 🎈
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@herbiehancock
#HerbieHancock
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Happy 80th Birthday Billy Cobham! 🎉
Known for his exceptional technique, Cobham has become an influential figure in the jazz fusion genre and has collaborated with legends like Miles Davis and Mahavishnu Orchestra.
Join us in celebrating this Jazz genius! 🎈
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#JazzFM
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Happy Birthday to one of the greatest innovators of jazz, Miles Davis, the "Prince of Darkness" 🎈
Trumpeter Miles Davis' career spanned over five decades, many styles and recorded for some of the biggest labels, find out a little more:
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@milesdavis
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Happy 94th Birthday to Anthony Dominick Benedetto – better known as Tony Bennett 🎈
“The Good Life” star’s career spans more than a remarkable 70 years!
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@itstonybennett
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Happy birthday to bass-baritone, Lou Rawls, who would have turned 90 today!
Lou's remarkable legacy includes selling over 40 million records many of which were countless chart-topping singles, including the timeless classic 'You'll Never Find Another Love like Mine!
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Happy 65th Birthday Marcus Miller! 🎈
The Grammy-winning musician, composer, arranger, and producer has left an indelible mark on the music industry with his distinctive bass sound and unique blend of funk, groove, soul, and technical prowess 🎶
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#JazzFM
@MarcusMiller959
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A huge Happy 83rd Birthday to Herbie Hancock - "Mr Hands" 🎹
Since the 1960s, Herbie has played with some of the biggest figures within the jazz world and continues to be one of the innovating forces in music 🎶
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@herbiehancock
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ROBBIE VINCENT IS BACK and broadcasting from his musical garden this Spring Bank Holiday 🎙️🔊
On Monday from 10am, Robbie returns with four hours of “nothing but Essential Rhythms of soul, jazz and funk”.
Will you be listening?
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@RobbieVincent
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Ready for Robbie?
Legendary broadcaster ROBBIE VINCENT returns to Jazz FM from 10am today. Will you be listening?
“if it moves, funk it!”
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@RobbieVincent
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#Established1990
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The Album of the Year, as voted by YOU, for the Jazz FM Awards 2021 with PPL and PRS for Music is...
🏆 Jon Batiste : We Are
Congratulations to Jon and to all of the nominees for their incredible albums!
#JazzFMAwards
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@JonBatiste
@VerveRecords
@PPLUK
@PRSforMusic
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Happy Birthday to Bill Evans, who would've been 91 today 🎈
The pianist's style has and remains tremendously important for jazz pianists, inspiring subsequent legends like Chick Corea, Herbie Hancock and Keith Jarrett
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Happy 90th Birthday to the legendary saxophonist Sonny Rollins🎈
Having studied under Miles Davis, Clifford Brown and Max Roach, his work over the decades has helped mould the jazz world, firmly sketching his name in the history books
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@sonnyrollins
#SonnyRollins
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A Happy 68th Birthday to the 20-time Grammy Award-winning guitar prodigy Pat Metheny! 🎈
Find out about how Pat came to meet Jaco Pastorius and faked his way through high school... He didn't do too badly did he? 🎸
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@PatMetheny
#TheMusicThatMadeMe
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