Orrin Keepnews

Orrin Keepnews
Background information
Born(1923-03-02)March 2, 1923
The Bronx, New York, U.S.
DiedMarch 1, 2015(2015-03-01) (aged 91)
El Cerrito, California, U.S.
GenresJazz
Occupation(s)Record producer, writer
Years active1952–2015
LabelsRiverside, Milestone, Fantasy, Landmark Records
Formerly ofThelonious Monk, Bill Evans, Cannonball & Nat Adderley, Wes Montgomery, Johnny Griffin, Jimmy Heath, McCoy Tyner, Joe Henderson, Lee Konitz, Gary Bartz, Blue Mitchell

Orrin Keepnews (March 2, 1923 – March 1, 2015) was an American jazz writer and record producer known for founding Riverside Records and Milestone Records, for freelance work, and for his work at other labels.


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