Pianists · 1958–2014

Kenny Drew, Jr.

American jazz pianist (1958–2014)

Born: 14 June 1958
New York City
Died: 3 August 2014
St. Petersburg
Country: United States
Record labels: Antilles
Discography: 12 albums

Biography

Kenny Drew, Jr. was a jazz musician who played piano. Kenny Drew, Jr. was born on 14 June 1958 in New York City and died on 3 August 2014 in St. Petersburg. The music is usually filed under jazz and classical music. Record labels: Antilles. The discography here lists 12 albums, from “The Rainbow Connection” (1988) to “Coral Sea” (2012).

Kenny Drew Jr. (June 14, 1958 – August 3, 2014) was an American jazz pianist. His music is known for its hard-swinging bluesy sound and large, two-handed rooty chords contrasting with fast runs. The son of jazz pianist Kenny Drew, he did not credit his father as an influence.

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Discography

Studio and live albums

The Rainbow Connection 1988

The Flame Within 1989

Third Phase 1989

Kenny Drew, Jr. 1991

A Look Inside 1993

Maybeck Recital Hall Series, Volume Thirty-Nine 1995 · Live

Follow The Spirit 1998

Passionata 1998

Solo - This One's for Bill 1999 · Live

Live At The Montreux Jazz Festival '99 2001 · Live

Ravel Jazz 2001

Coral Sea 2012

Also plays on

Albums where Kenny Drew, Jr. is credited as a sideman

1995	T Time — Stanley Turrentine	Hammond organ, piano, keyboard
2012	Duality — Larry Coryell & Kenny Drew, Jr.	piano

Frequently asked questions

What instrument did Kenny Drew, Jr. play?

Kenny Drew, Jr. is known for playing piano.

When and where was Kenny Drew, Jr. born?

Kenny Drew, Jr. was born 14 June 1958 in New York City.

What are Kenny Drew, Jr.'s best-known albums?

Albums in our database include The Rainbow Connection (1988), The Flame Within (1989), Third Phase (1989), Kenny Drew, Jr. (1991) and A Look Inside (1993).

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