Jazz Greats: Elvin Jones

Elvin Ray Jones (September 9, 1927 – May 18, 2004)

Post Bop Drummer, Elvin Jones, was a part of the United States Army for 3 years during the 1940's. After leaving the Army penniless, he embarked on a career that included stints with John Coltrane, Charles Mingus and others and also with his own Bands. He is regarded as one of the top Rhythmic Drummers of all time. Please take a listen here and have a great Saturday: Three Card Molly,  After the Morning and Blues Minor (John Coltrane)

Source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Elvin_Jones

Background information
Birth name	Elvin Ray Jones
Born	September 9, 1927 Pontiac, Michigan, U.S.
Died	May 18, 2004 (aged 76) Englewood, New Jersey
Genres	Modal jazz   avant-garde jazz   hard bop   mainstream jazz   post-bop
Occupation(s)	Musician   bandleader
Instruments	Drums   percussion
Years active	1948–2004
Associated acts	John Coltrane   Charles Mingus   Thad Jones   Hank Jones