Artist Bio:
Ramsey Lewis is an American jazz pianist and composer, born on May 27, 1935, in Chicago, Illinois. He began playing the piano at a young age and rose to fame in the 1960s with a series of successful albums that blended jazz with pop and R&B influences. Lewis is known for his smooth and soulful playing style, often incorporating elements of gospel and blues into his music.
Throughout his career, Ramsey Lewis has won three Grammy Awards and has released over 80 albums, including popular hits such as "The 'In' Crowd" and "Hang on Sloopy." He has collaborated with various artists in the jazz and pop music worlds, including Nancy Wilson, Earth, Wind & Fire, and Dr. John. In addition to his successful recording career, Lewis is also a respected radio personality, hosting a syndicated jazz show called "Legends of Jazz with Ramsey Lewis."
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