Wayne Jackson

About

American musician who played the trumpet for the house band The Mar-Keys and was once a member of The Memphis Horns.

Before Fame

He started recording at Stax Records and created a signature horn sound for songs by artists like Otis Redding and Sam & Dave.

Trivia

He received a Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award in 2012 for outstanding artistic significance in music.

Family Life

His family came from West Memphis, Arkansas.

Associated With

He recorded on sessions for Neil Diamond.