Listen Hereby Eddie Harris

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Song Information

Year
1968
Peak Position
#45
Weeks on Chart
13
Total Ratings
0

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Artist Bio

Artist Bio:
Eddie Harris was an American jazz musician known for his innovative approach to the tenor saxophone and for blending jazz with funk, soul, and rock elements. He was born on October 20, 1934, in Chicago, Illinois, and began playing the saxophone at a young age. Harris rose to prominence in the 1960s and 1970s with albums like "Exodus to Jazz" and "Silver Cycles," which showcased his unique style of playing.


Harris was also a prolific composer and recorded over 50 albums throughout his career. He was known for experimenting with electronic effects and instruments, such as the electric saxophone, and was one of the first jazz musicians to incorporate these elements into his music. Eddie Harris passed away on November 5, 1996, leaving behind a lasting legacy as a pioneering figure in the jazz fusion genre.

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