Sam Jones
Sam Jones' father was a pianist, but Sam studied guitar and played drums during
his school years. He took up the double bass (1945), made his debut as a
musician, and led a rhythm'n'blues band (1947-1948). He moved to New York in
1949. In 1953, he was hired in Cincinnati by Tiny Bradshaw as a bassist, with
whom he recorded. From this point on, Sam Jones entered the bebop scene, joining
Julius Watkins and Charlie Rouse's group Jazz Modes (1955). He went on to play
with the Jazz Prophets, a group formed by Kenny Dorham after his stint with the
Jazz Messengers. It was with the Adder...
Dangerous (feat. Ellyn Oliver)Sam Jones
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Be Thou My VisionFirst Worship, Sam Jones, Don Koch, Michael Brady and Daniel Beard
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You Are the Sunshine of My LifeSam Jones
More Of The Most Romantic Jazz Music In The Universe
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Just FriendsSam Jones
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In a Sentimental MoodOscar Peterson, Sam Jones and Bobby Durham
Oscar Peterson Plays Duke Ellington
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Run Back to MeKolton Moore & the Clever Few, Sam Jones, Kolton Moore and Ben Hussey (contributor)
How Did I Get Here?
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