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Jimmy Cobb was an American jazz drummer best known for playing on Miles Davis's 1959 album Kind of Blue and for his elegant, propulsive timekeeping.
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What did Jimmy Cobb play on Miles Davis's Kind of Blue?
Jimmy Cobb was the drummer on Miles Davis's 1959 album Kind of Blue, including tracks such as So What and All Blues. His light ride cymbal feel is a major part of the album's calm, floating sound.
Was Jimmy Cobb the last surviving Kind of Blue musician?
Yes, Cobb was widely noted as the last surviving player from the Kind of Blue sessions before his death in 2020. He had been born in Washington, D.C. in 1929.
Which Miles Davis albums besides Kind of Blue feature Jimmy Cobb?
Cobb also played with Davis on albums including Sketches of Spain and Someday My Prince Will Come. He was part of the late-1950s and early-1960s Miles Davis rhythm-section world with musicians such as Wynton Kelly and Paul Chambers.
Did Jimmy Cobb work outside Miles Davis's band?
Yes, he recorded and toured with the Wynton Kelly Trio and played with Wes Montgomery, among many others. His career lasted into the 21st century, including leader dates and educational appearances.
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