Bud Powell
- Type: Classic Bandleader
- Country: United States
- Born: September 27, 1924 in New York, New York, United States
- Died: July 31, 1966 in Brooklyn, New York, United States
- Active: 1924 - 1966
Biography
Bud Powell was the archetypal bebop pianist, fundamentally changing the language of his instrument for all who followed. His pioneering style featured brilliant, horn-like improvisations in the right hand, supported by sparse, syncopated chords in the left, effectively translating the innovations of *Charlie Parker* to the piano. Despite a life plagued by severe mental health issues and personal struggles, his recordings for labels like #Blue Note# and #Verve# set the standard for modern jazz piano. Albums like 'The Amazing Bud Powell' and his work with 'The Quintet' at Massey Hall showcase a virtuosic talent that defined the piano's role in the modern jazz era.
Genres
Bud Powell Discography
- The Amazing Bud Powell, Vol. 1 (1951) - Compilation - rated 4.33/5
- The Amazing Bud Powell (1952) - Album - rated 5/5
- The Amazing Bud Powell, Vol. 2 (1953) - Album - rated 4.55/5
- Bud Powell Trio, Volume 2 (1953) - Album - rated 3.33/5
- Jazz Original (1955) - Album - rated 3.86/5
- Piano Solos (1956) - Compilation - rated 3.5/5
- Bud Powell's Moods (1956) - Album - rated 3.6/5
- Jazz Giant (1956) - Compilation - rated 3.75/5
- Piano Interpretations by Bud Powell (1956) - Album - rated 3.96/5
- The Genius of Bud Powell (1956) - Album - rated 3.96/5
- Bud!: The Amazing Bud Powell, Vol. 3 (1957) - Album - rated 3.52/5
- Strictly Powell (1957) - Album - rated 3.91/5
- Swingin' With Bud (1958) - Album - rated 3.83/5
- Blues in the Closet (1958) - Album - rated 3.53/5
- The Scene Changes (1958) - Album - rated 4.55/5
- Time Waits: The Amazing Bud Powell, Vol. 4 (1958) - Album - rated 4.08/5
Members
- The Bud Powell Trio - Member
- Ray Brown - Member
- Osie Johnson - Member
- Bud Powell - Member
- George Duvivier - Member
- Art Taylor - Member