- Born
- 12 July 1935
Kansas City - Died
- 19 March 2002
Montclair - Country
- United States
- Active
- 1954–
- Record labels
- Blue Note, DIW Records
Biography
John Patton was a jazz musician who played organ and pipe organ. John Patton was born on 12 July 1935 in Kansas City and died on 19 March 2002 in Montclair. The music is usually filed under jazz. Record labels: Blue Note and DIW Records.
John Patton (July 12, 1935 – March 19, 2002) was an American hard bop and soul-jazz organist and pianist often known by his nickname, "Big John" Patton. Patton's musical style blended elements of jazz, blues, R&B, funk, and gospel. Patton was one of the most in-demand organists during the golden era of the Hammond B-3 organs between 1963 and 1970. He recorded extensively for Blue Note and performed or collaborated with Lloyd Price, Grant Green, and Lou Donaldson. Patton had a lower profile in the 1970s but enjoyed a comeback in the 1980s and 1990s, often in collaboration with saxophonist John Zorn. His later music incorporated modal and free jazz.
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Frequently asked questions
What instrument did John Patton play?
John Patton is known for playing organ and pipe organ.
When and where was John Patton born?
John Patton was born 12 July 1935 in Kansas City.
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