Industry May 26, 2026

Sonny Rollins, One of Jazz’s Greatest Saxophonists, Dies at 95

His 1956 album Saxophone Colossus is considered one of the essential documents in all of jazz.

Originally published by Billboard
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Jazz legend Sonny Rollins, celebrated as one of the genre's greatest saxophonists, has passed away at the age of 95. His 1956 album, Saxophone Colossus, is widely regarded as a seminal work in jazz history.

Originally reported by Billboard.

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