Norman Connors

Biography

Philadelphia drummer and producer who began with *Archie Shepp* and *Pharoah Sanders* and debuted as a leader with 'Dance of Magic' (1972). At #Buddah Records# he turned to lush jazz-funk and quiet storm, scoring with 'You Are My Starship' (1976) and showcasing singers such as *Michael Henderson*, *Jean Carn* and *Phyllis Hyman* in his bands as both bandleader and A&R man.