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Kelan Phil Cohran (Oxford, Mississippi, May 8, 1927 - June 28, 2017) was a jazz musician. He is known most for his trumpet contributions in… read moreKelan Phil Cohran (Oxford, Mississippi, May 8, 1927 - June 28, 2017) was a jazz musician. He is known most for his trumpet contributions in the Sun Ra Arkestra in Chicago during 1959-1961 and for his involvement in the foundation of the … read moreKelan Phil Cohran (Oxford, Mississippi, May 8, 1927 - June 28, 2017) was a jazz musician. He is known most for his trumpet contributions in the Sun Ra Arkestra in Chicago during 1959-1961 and for his involvement in the foundation of the AACM. He was playing the harp as well as cornet, as well as … read more -
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Steve Reid made his recording debut in 1964, aged 19, playing on Martha and the Vandella's "Dancing in the Street". He went … read moreSteve Reid made his recording debut in 1964, aged 19, playing on Martha and the Vandella's "Dancing in the Street". He went on to play with legendary figures in avant-garde jazz such as Miles Davis, Archie Shepp, Sam River… read moreSteve Reid made his recording debut in 1964, aged 19, playing on Martha and the Vandella's "Dancing in the Street". He went on to play with legendary figures in avant-garde jazz such as Miles Davis, Archie Shepp, Sam Rivers and David Murray, but also in soul, such as James Brown, D… read more -
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Arthur Blythe
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The Bill Dixon Orchestra
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