A soulful, genre-bending vocalist and pianist who blended jazz, blues, and classical music to create powerful, emotionally charged performances. Known for her unique, raspy voice and civil rights activism.
Born in 1917
A virtuosic jazz vocalist known for her pure, expressive tone, impeccable phrasing, and incredible scat singing abilities. She won 13 Grammy Awards and recorded over 200 albums.
Born in 1915
Legendary jazz vocalist and actress known for her expressive, emotive singing style and iconic songs like "God Bless the Child" and "Strange Fruit".
Born in 1901
A legendary jazz musician who revolutionized the genre with his unique trumpet playing and raspy vocals, leaving an indelible mark on American music.
Born in 1899
A legendary jazz pianist, composer, and bandleader who revolutionized the genre with his unique style and iconic compositions, such as "Take the A Train" and "Mood Indigo".
Born in 1904
A legendary jazz pianist and bandleader who led a iconic orchestra, blending swing and blues to create a unique sound that influenced generations of musicians. Known for his distinctive "less-is-more" style and hits like "April in Paris" and "One O'Clock Jump".
98 Years Old
A legendary jazz musician who revolutionized the genre with his improvisational style and iconic albums like "Kind of Blue". He's synonymous with cool, jazzy sophistication.
98 Years Old
A legendary jazz saxophonist and composer who revolutionized the genre with his innovative, spiritually-driven improvisations and iconic albums like "A Love Supreme".
99 Years Old
A legendary entertainer who dazzled audiences with his smooth vocals, impressive dance moves, and charismatic stage presence, leaving an indelible mark on the entertainment industry.