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Charles Mingus

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Last album
February 16, 1999
First published
January 26, 2009
Downloads
4480 albums downloaded

Biography

Charles Mingus (April 22, 1922 – January 5, 1979), was an American jazz bassist, composer, bandleader, and occasional pianist. He was also known for his activism against racial injustice. Mingus' legacy is notable: he is ranked among the finest composers and performers in jazz, and recorded many highly regarded albums. Dozens of musicians passed through his bands and later went on to impressive careers.

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