Decades after his death, Django Reinhardt is a star
The Gypsy jazz guitarist, who would have turned 100 this weekend, is the toast of tribute albums and festivals.
One of the world's leading proponents of the music of Gypsy jazz innovator Django Reinhardt, who would have celebrated his 100th birthday Saturday, guitarist John Jorgenson offered illuminating anecdotes and back stories about Reinhardt's life and songs when he performed last weekend before an intimate crowd of about 1...
L.A. Times - Entertainment — The Gypsy jazz guitarist, who would have turned 100 this weekend, is the toast of tribute albums and festivals.
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Guardian Music — The gypsy king, who was born 100 years ago today, is now regarded as the world's most influential pre-rock'n'roll guitaristFrom Robert Johnson to Jimi Hendrix, Eric Clapt... more info
The gypsy king, who was born 100 years ago today, is now regarded as the world's most influential pre-rock'n'roll guitaristFrom Robert Johnson to Jimi Hendrix, Eric Clapt... more info
L.A. Times - Pop & Hiss — Saturday marks what would have been the 100th birthday of guitarist Django Reinhardt, and one thing the Gypsy jazz innovator is often credited with is helping elevate the... more info
All About Jazz — All About Jazz is celebrating Django Reinhardt's birthday today!
JAZZ MUSICIAN OF THE DAY Django ReinhardtThe man who became the 1st European jazz giant was born Jean B... more info