Stanley Turrentine
- Type: Classic Bandleader
- Country: United States
- Born: April 5, 1934 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States
- Died: September 12, 2000 in New York City, New York, United States
Biography
Nicknamed 'Mr. T' or 'The Sugar Man', Stanley Turrentine was a legendary tenor saxophonist renowned for his huge, warm, and exceptionally soulful sound. Emerging from Pittsburgh's rich musical scene, he began his career in R&B bands with figures like *Ray Charles* and *Earl Bostic*. Turrentine became a master of soul jazz, particularly during his prolific 1960s period with #Blue Note# Records, where he recorded classics like 'Look Out!' and frequently collaborated with organists *Jimmy Smith* and his then-wife *Shirley Scott*. His 1970s work on the #CTI# label, including the iconic album 'Sugar', saw him embrace jazz fusion, cementing his status as a versatile and influential voice in jazz.
Genres
Stanley Turrentine Discography
- Look Out! (1960) - Album - rated 3.77/5
- That's Where It's At (1962) - Album - rated 3.73/5
- Dearly Beloved (1962) - Album - rated 3.61/5
- Never Let Me Go (1963) - Album - rated 3.99/5
- A Chip Off the Old Block (1964) - Album - rated 3.76/5
- Joyride (1965) - Album - rated 3.89/5
- Hustlin' (1965) - Album - rated 3.91/5
- Rough 'n Tumble (1966) - Album - rated 3.69/5
- The Spoiler (1967) - Album - rated 3.57/5
- Easy Walker (1968) - Album - rated 3.99/5
- Sugar (1970) - Album - rated 3.92/5