Willis Jackson
An exciting tenor saxophonist whose honking and squeals (although influenced by Illinois Jacquet) were quite distinctive, Willis Jackson was also a strong improviser who sounded perfectly at home with organ groups. He played locally in Florida early on, until joining Cootie Williams (on and off during 1948-1955). His two-sided honking feature "Gator Tail" with "Cootie" (which earned Williams a lifelong nickname) was a hit in 1948, and he started recording as a leader in 1950. Jackson had a romantic and creative partnership with singer Ruth Brown for eight years, and often appeared on her recordings during this era. His extensive series of Prestige recordings (1959-1964) made him a big attraction on the organ circuit. Although generally overlooked by critics, Willis Jackson continued working steadily in the 1970s and '80s. In 1977, he recorded one of the finest albums of his career for Muse, Bar Wars.
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The Remaining Willis Jackson 1951 - 1959
Jazz - Released by Blue Moon Rhythm & Blues on 1 Jan 2013
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Light Branched
Jazz - Released by classics & more on 12 Apr 2017
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Grease 'N' Gravy
Jazz - Released by cappo digital on 29 Aug 2015
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City B Foolish (Radio Edit)
Hip-Hop/Rap - Released by MONOATOMIC-GOLD PRODUCTIONS on 14 Feb 2024
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Closer Than Most
Pop - Released by MONOATOMIC-GOLD PRODUCTIONS on 14 Feb 2024
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People Want Music
Soul - Released by MONOATOMIC-GOLD PRODUCTIONS on 26 Mar 2024
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Queens Ny 2 Queens Nc
Hip-Hop/Rap - Released by MONOATOMIC-GOLD PRODUCTIONS on 14 Feb 2024
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Standing Ovation
Hip-Hop/Rap - Released by MONOATOMIC-GOLD PRODUCTIONS on 20 Apr 2024
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Oppression Man
Hip-Hop/Rap - Released by MONOATOMIC-GOLD PRODUCTIONS on 14 Feb 2024
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Far Away
Hip-Hop/Rap - Released by MONOATOMIC-GOLD PRODUCTIONS on 20 Apr 2024
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