About
Jazz drummer and vibraphonist who was considered one of the greatest to ever perform. He was also bandleader on albums like Blue Vibes.
Before Fame
He was a boxer who won the Golden Gloves amateur championship before becoming a drummer.
Trivia
In addition to his playing ability, he was a songwriter who penned many of his own hits, including "The Loop" and "Selim."
Family Life
His parents were both involved in music, with his father playing the trumpet while his mother was an organist.
Associated With
He was a such a big Miles Davis fan that he wrote the song "Selim," which is Miles spelled backwards, to honor his memory.
