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Tony Reedus

1959 – 2008

American musician

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About Tony Reedus

Lived 1959 – 2008 (aged 49). Tony Reedus was an American jazz musician, drummer and musician.

Tony Reedus (September 22, 1959 – November 16, 2008) was an American jazz drummer.

Biography Reedus was born in Memphis, Tennessee, in 1959. At age 14, he began playing the drums, soon joining his school band.

Discography

As leader The Far Side (Jazz City, 1988) Incognito (Enja, 1989) Minor Thang (Criss Cross, 1996) People Get Ready (Sweet Basil, 1998)

As sideman With Joanne Brackeen Power Talk (Turnipseed, 1994) With Robin Eubanks & Steve Turre Dedication (JMT, 1989) With Kenny Garrett Introducing Kenny Garrett (Criss Cross, 1985) Garrett 5 (Paddle Wheel, 1989) African Exchange Student (Atlantic, 1990) With Benny Golson Benny Golson Quartet Live (Dreyfus, 1989 ) Benny Golson Quartet (LRC Ltd., 1990) Domingo (Dreyfus, 1992) I Remember Miles (Alfa Jazz, 1993) With Benny Green Prelude (Criss Cross, 1988) With Geoff Keezer Waiting in the Wings (Sunnyside, 1989) With Our Own Eyes (Novus, 1993) With Harold Mabern Mabern's Grooveyard (DIW, 1996) Maya with Love (DIW, 2000) With Ronnie Mathews Selena's Dance (Timeless, 1988) With Mulgrew Miller Wingspan (Landmark, 1987) Time and Again (Landmark, 1991) With Dick Oatts Gratitude (SteepleChase, 2007) With Woody Shaw United (Columbia, 1981) Lotus Flower (Enja, 1982) Master of the Art (Elektra Musicia, 1982) Night Music (Elektra Musicia, 1982) The Time Is Right (Red, 1983) With Jim Snidero Tippin' (Savant, 2007) With James Spaulding The Smile of the Snake (HighNote, 1997) With Walt Weiskopf Quintet Anytown (Criss Cross, 1998) With Anthony Wonsey Blues for Hiroshi (Sharp Nine, 2004)

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Tony Reedus?

American musician (1959–2008)

When was Tony Reedus born?

Tony Reedus was born on 22 September 1959 in Memphis.

When did Tony Reedus die?

Tony Reedus died on 16 November 2008 in New York City.

What was Tony Reedus's occupation?

Tony Reedus was a jazz musician, drummer and musician.

What nationality was Tony Reedus?

Tony Reedus was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Tony Reedus

· Wikidata: Q2442785

· DBpedia: Tony Reedus

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