Industry May 27, 2026

Sonny Rollins, Jazz Saxophone Legend, Dies at 95

The tenor player was equally heralded onstage by his peers as he was offstage with prestigious awards

Originally published by Pitchfork
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Sonny Rollins, Jazz Saxophone Legend, Dies at 95

Jazz titan Sonny Rollins, a legendary tenor saxophone player, has passed away at the age of 95. He was widely celebrated by fellow musicians for his stage presence and also received significant recognition through prestigious awards. Originally reported by Pitchfork.

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