Butch Warren
Bassist in jazz music
Born
August 9th, 1939
85 years ago
Died
2013
12 years ago — 74 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United States
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A prominent American bassist recognized for contributions to the jazz genre. Began performing in the late 1950s and gained attention for collaborations with various jazz artists. Played on numerous influential albums throughout the 1960s. Worked with well-known musicians like McCoy Tyner and performed with the group known as the Jazz Messengers. Known for a distinctive playing style that blended rhythm and melody.
Recorded with McCoy Tyner on 'The Real McCoy'
Performed with Art Blakey's Jazz Messengers
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