Johnny Griffin

Johnny Griffin
Once accurately billed as "the world's fastest saxophonist," Johnny Griffin (an influence tone-wise on Rahsaan Roland Kirk) has been one of the top bop-oriented tenors since the mid-'50s. He gained early experience playing with the bands of Lionel Hampton (1945-47) and Joe Morris (1947-50), and also jammed regularly with Thelonious Monk and Bud Powell. After serving in the Army (1951-1953), Griffin spent a few years in Chicago (recording his first full album for Argo) and then moved to New York...
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Johnny Griffin Orchestra Big Soul Band
Big Soul Band - Johnny Griffin Orchestra
By: Johnny Griffin Orchestra
Credited Role:Main Performer
Song List: Listen to Songs by Griffin, Johnny Orchestra Wade In The Water (Alternate Take) (Bonus Track), Wade In T...
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Johnny Griffin Blowin' Session
Blowin' Session - Johnny Griffin
By: Johnny Griffin
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Song List: Listen to Songs by Griffin, Johnny The Way You Look Tonight, Ball Bearing, All The Things You ...
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