Philly Joe Jones

drums · 1923–1985 · Philadelphia

Drummer from Philadelphia, Philly Joe Jones left his mark on hard bop with his driving playing, notably in Miles Davis's quintet. He later led his own groups.

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Styles

• Hard bop

Landmark tracks

• Blues for Dracula (1958)

Sources

• Source

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