Mingus Dynasty is an album by Charles Mingus, recorded November 1-13, 1959 and released by Columbia. It is the companion album to the classic "Mingus Ah Um" and was inducted in the Grammy Hall of Fame in 1999. Tracklist All compositions by Charles Mingus except where noted. "Slop" "Diane" "Song With Orange" "Gunslinging Bird" (Originally titled "If Charlie Parker Were a Gunslinger, There'd Be a Whole Lot of Dead Copycats") "Things Ain't What They Used To Be" (Mercer Ellington) &qu… read more
Mingus Dynasty is an album by Charles Mingus, recorded November 1-13, 1959 and released by Columbia. It is the companion album to the classic "M… read more
Mingus Dynasty is an album by Charles Mingus, recorded November 1-13, 1959 and released by Columbia. It is the companion album to the classic "Mingus Ah Um" and was inducted in… read more
Charles Mingus (22nd April 1922 – 5th January 1979) was an American jazz bassist, composer, bandleader, and occasional pianist from Los Angeles. He was also known for his activism against racial injustice. Mingus' legacy is notable: he is ranked among the finest composers and performers in jazz, and recorded many highly regarded albums. Dozens of musicians passed through his bands and later went on to impressive careers. His songs - though melodic and distinctive - are not often recorded by later musicians, due in part to their unconventional nature. Mingus was also influential… read more
Charles Mingus (22nd April 1922 – 5th January 1979) was an American jazz bassist, composer, bandleader, and occasional pianist from Los Angeles. He was also known for his activism against r… read more
Charles Mingus (22nd April 1922 – 5th January 1979) was an American jazz bassist, composer, bandleader, and occasional pianist from Los Angeles. He was also known for his activism against racial injustice. Mingus' legacy is notabl… read more