Gerald Albright
Jazz saxophonist and music producer
Born
August 30th, 1957
67 years ago
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United States
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Born in 1957, a prominent American musician specializing in jazz saxophone. Albright's career began in the 1980s, gaining recognition for a blend of jazz, R&B, and soul. Multiple albums achieved commercial success, showcasing versatility across genres and instruments. Collaborated with various artists, enhancing the contemporary jazz scene. Contributed to the soundtrack of the film 'The Wedding Singer'.
Released the Grammy-nominated album 'Improve'
Collaborated with Whitney Houston on her album 'I'm Your Baby Tonight'
Performed at the Super Bowl XXVII halftime show
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