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Born: October 07, 1911 in Chicago, IL
Years Active: 30 's, 40 's, 50 's
Died: September 03, 1985 in New York, NY
Genre: Jazz

Biography:
Jo Jones shifted the timekeeping role of the drums from the bass drum to the hi-hat cymbal, greatly influencing all swing and bop drummers. Buddy Rich and Louie Bellson were just two musicians who learned from his light but forceful playing, as Jones ...More >>

Discography: 2007 Jo Jones Trio [Everest] 2004 Smiles 1977 Our Man Papa Jo! 1976 Main Man 1973 Drums More >>

Member Of: The Jones Boys More >> Similar Artists: Gene Krupa Buddy Rich Barrett Deems Louie Bellson J.C. Heard More >>

Influenced By: Chick Webb More >> Followers: Michael Carvin Mel Lewis Max Roach Chico Hamilton Shelly Manne More >>

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