About Chuck Thompson
Lived 1926 – 1982 (aged 55). Chuck Thompson was an American musician.
Charles Edmund Thompson, known as Chuck Thompson, (June 4, 1926 – March 7, 1982) was an American jazz drummer active in California and New York City during the 1940s and 1950s. While he made many recordings, jazz critic Leonard Feather stated, "Chuck Thompson, who sounded good enough on records, is even more memorable live especially with Miles Davis . He is an unusually spare, functional drummer who does not lean on his top cymbal all night, whose accessories are just that, and who possesses an unfailing sense of time."
Life and career Charles Edmund Thompson was born in New York City on June 4, 1926.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Chuck Thompson?
American musician (1926–1982)
When was Chuck Thompson born?
Chuck Thompson was born on 4 June 1926 in New York City.
When did Chuck Thompson die?
Chuck Thompson died on 7 March 1982 in Los Angeles.
What was Chuck Thompson's occupation?
Chuck Thompson was a musician.
What nationality was Chuck Thompson?
Chuck Thompson was American.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Chuck Thompson (drummer)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Chuck Thompson. https://biography.guide/chuck-thompson-musician/
MLA: "Chuck Thompson." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/chuck-thompson-musician/.
Chicago: "Chuck Thompson." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/chuck-thompson-musician/.
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