Pianists · 1935–2023
Les McCann
American jazz pianist and vocalist (1935–2023)
- Born
- 23 September 1935
Lexington - Died
- 29 December 2023
Los Angeles - Country
- United States
- Record labels
- Atlantic Records, Fontana Records, Pacific Jazz Records
- Discography
- 34 albums
Biography
Les McCann was a jazz musician who played piano, keyboard instrument, electric piano and voice. Les McCann was born on 23 September 1935 in Lexington and died on 29 December 2023 in Los Angeles. The music is usually filed under jazz, rhythm and blues and soul jazz. Record labels: Atlantic Records, Fontana Records and Pacific Jazz Records. The discography here lists 34 albums, from “Les McCann Sings” (1961) to “A Time Les Christmas” (2018).
Leslie Coleman McCann (September 23, 1935 – December 29, 2023) was an American jazz pianist and vocalist. He is known for his innovations in soul jazz and his 1969 recording of the protest song "Compared to What". His music has been widely sampled in hip hop.
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Discography
Studio and live albums
Listen on Spotify
Frequently asked questions
What instrument did Les McCann play?
Les McCann is known for playing piano, keyboard instrument, electric piano and voice.
When and where was Les McCann born?
Les McCann was born 23 September 1935 in Lexington.
What are Les McCann's best-known albums?
Albums in our database include Les McCann Sings (1961), Jazz Waltz (1964), McCann / Wilson (1964), Soul Hits (1964) and A Bag of Gold (1966).
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