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Charles Mingus

Born: Apr 22, 1922 in Nogales, AZ

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Died: Jan 5, 1979 in Cuernavaca, Mexico

Genre: Jazz

Styles: Avant-Garde, Bop, Post-Bop, Hard Bop, Avant-Garde Jazz, Progressive Jazz

Biography: Irascible, demanding, bullying, and probably a genius, Charles Mingus cut himself a uniquely iconoclastic path through jazz in the middle of the 20th century, creating a legacy that became universally lauded only after he was no longer around to bug people. As a bassist, he knew few peers, blessed with ...Read full biography

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Mingus Ah Um

Released: 1959

Label: Legacy/RSM/Red

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Charles Mingus' debut for Columbia, Mingus Ah Um is a stunning summation of the bassist's talents and probably the best reference point for beginners. While there's also a strong case for The Black Saint ...Read full review

Mingus at Antibes

Released: 1960

Label: Warner Jazz

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During 1960, bassist Charles Mingus led one of his finest bands, a pianoless quartet with Eric Dolphy (on alto, flute, and bass clarinet), trumpeter Ted Curson, and drummer Dannie Richmond. For this live ...Read full review

More Charles Mingus albums: Main Albums (72), Compilations (132), Singles & EPs (1), DVD/Video (12), Others (1)

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