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Related: Editorials & Other Articles, Issue Forums, Alliance Forums, Region ForumsJazz Legend Al Jarreau Dead at 76
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Jazz Legend Al Jarreau Dead at 76
Just days after being hospitalized for exhaustion, the incomparable vocalist passed away in Los Angeles
by Britni Danielle, February 12, 2017
Just days after announcing that he was retiring from touring after being hospitalized for exhaustion, legendary jazz singer Al Jarreau passed away Sunday morning in Los Angeles.
The singers manager, Joe Gordon, released a statementwhich was shared with EBONY by reporter Darlene Hillabout the singers death.
Dear friends, family and colleagues,
Al Jarreau passed away this morning, at about 5:30am LA time. He was in the hospital, kept comfortable by Ryan, Susan, and a few of his family and friends.
Ryan and Susan will hold a small, private service at home, for immediate family only. No public service is planned yet, but I will inform you if that changes.
Ryan asks that no flowers or gifts are send to their home or office. Instead, if you are motivated to do so, please make a contribution to the Wisconsin Foundation for School Music, a wonderful organization which supports music opportunities, teachers, and scholarships for students in Milwaukee and throughout Wisconsin. A donation page is here. Even if you do not plan to contribute, please list that page and give yourself a few minutes to watch a beautiful tribute video that Wisconsin Public Television produced to honor Al when he received his lifetime achievement award in October.
Al Jarreau passed away this morning, at about 5:30am LA time. He was in the hospital, kept comfortable by Ryan, Susan, and a few of his family and friends.
Ryan and Susan will hold a small, private service at home, for immediate family only. No public service is planned yet, but I will inform you if that changes.
Ryan asks that no flowers or gifts are send to their home or office. Instead, if you are motivated to do so, please make a contribution to the Wisconsin Foundation for School Music, a wonderful organization which supports music opportunities, teachers, and scholarships for students in Milwaukee and throughout Wisconsin. A donation page is here. Even if you do not plan to contribute, please list that page and give yourself a few minutes to watch a beautiful tribute video that Wisconsin Public Television produced to honor Al when he received his lifetime achievement award in October.
Born and raised in Milwaukee, Jarreaus unique singing style helped to make him one of jazzs greatest vocalists. During college, where he received a Bachelors of Arts in Psychology, Jarreau performed with a local group called The Indigos before moving to San Francisco. There he hooked up with fellow jazz great George Duke to form a trio.
Inspired to pursue music full time, Jarreau moved south to Los Angeles, where he caught the eye of Warner Bros. talent scouts, who signed the singer to a recording contract. In Los Angeles, Jarreaus career would take off after the release of his critically acclaimed debut album We Got By. In 1977, Jarreau would win his first of seven Grammy Awards for his live album, Look to the Rainbow.
Dubbed the voice of versatility by the Chicago Tribune, Jarreau released 16 studio albums, a host of live albums, and several compilations. The consummate performer, Jarreau constantly toured the world, dazzling audiences with his magical voice.
Jarreau passed away at a Los Angeles hospital early Sunday morning. The singer leaves behind his wife, Susan, and his son, Ryan. He was 76.
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Jazz Legend Al Jarreau Dead at 76 (Original Post)
babylonsister
Feb 2017
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otohara
(24,135 posts)1. I Met Him @ Peaches
when I worked there back in the late 70's.
Loved Al Jarreau - RIP
He smoked ciggies one right after another....I remember being worried about his voice
NNadir
(33,523 posts)2. I loved his work, but haven't followed him since the 1970's.
RIP.
dhill926
(16,339 posts)3. damn...great musician....
listened to and saw him a lot in the 80's....
progressoid
(49,991 posts)4. ...
jalan48
(13,869 posts)5. RIP
smirkymonkey
(63,221 posts)6. What a loss!
RIP Al.
TheDebbieDee
(11,119 posts)7. RIP! AJ... He was definitely a LOVER!