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RIP Max Roach

RIP Max Roach

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What a giant of jazz. Truly one of the founders of be bop with Charles Mingus, Bud Powell, Kenny Clarke, Dizzy Gillespie , Thelonious monk among others. Be bop is still a foundation of modern jazz today so his and their contributions have lasted 60 plus years.

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Originally posted by badmoon
What a giant of jazz. Truly one of the founders of be bop with Charles Mingus, Bud Powell, Kenny Clarke, Dizzy Gillespie , Thelonious monk among others. Be bop is still a foundation of modern jazz today so his and their contributions have lasted 60 plus years.
Sad news. I just heard. He'll be missed.

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His poor papa. Most dads don't expect to outlive their sons.

EDIT: He must be tearing his heart open.

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Originally posted by ark13
His poor papa. Most dads don't expect to outlive their sons.

EDIT: He must be tearing his heart open.
Well, I thought it was funny. Guess probably the wrong place... 🙁

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unbelievable talent
a true giant in the magnitude of coltrane and parker

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Absolutely.