Quincy Jones

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Quincy Jones: The Music Maestro Who Made History, Now a Legend!

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Quincy Jones, the legendary producer who once made Michael Jackson's 'Thriller' happen, has passed away at 91! Let’s dive into his life, career, and fascinating legacy!

Quincy Jones, the iconic producer and musical genius, has passed away at the age of 91, leaving a monumental legacy that profoundly shaped the music industry as we know it today. Known for his collaboration with superstars such as Michael Jackson and Ray Charles, Jones wasn't just any ordinary producer; he was a musical maestro whose fingerprints can be found on countless records that span over seven decades. His remarkable career was punctuated by an astonishing 28 Grammy awards and a record 80 nominations, making him a titan in a field that so many aspire to master.

Born in Chicago in 1933, Jones’s journey from running with gangs in his youth to becoming one of the most respected figures in music history is nothing short of inspirational. His genre-crossing expertise allowed him to dabble in every style you can think of—from jazz and pop to soul and R&B —making him an innovator who brought different sounds and cultures together. Notably, it was his work on Michael Jackson's phenomenal 'Thriller,' which became the best-selling album of all time, that established him as a household name.

News of his passing reverberated through the industry, prompting an outpour of love and reminiscence from fans, fellow artists, and others who had been influenced by his work. Jones's publicist, Arnold Robinson, confirmed the news of his death, and tributes from artists like Elton John and Madonna highlight the profound impact Jones had across generations. Fans are encouraged to share their memories of the man who enriched their lives through music, whether through direct connections or simply through the soundtracks of their favorites.

Quincy Jones was not just a music producer; he was a monumental force in the entertainment world, inspiring countless artists to let their imaginations soar. It's estimated that his work has influenced nearly every popular genre, underscoring the breadth of his creativity. Fun fact: he was one of the first African Americans to break into the upper echelons of the predominantly male, white music business, paving the way for many who came after him. Moreover, Jones was known for his motto: "I never think of myself as a celebrity; I just want to be a musician." That humility, paired with his extraordinary skill, is perhaps what makes his loss feel so personal to everyone who loved his work.

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Legendary producer Quincy Jones dies at 91 (News24)

Producer, musician and composer Quincy Jones, who worked with artists like Michael Jackson and Ray Charles, has died at the age of 91.

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Quincy Jones, pop mastermind and 'Thriller' producer, dies At 91 (NPR)

The production wizard behind Michael Jackson's Thriller won 28 Grammy awards during a career that spanned more than 70 years as a performer, songwriter, ...

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Quincy Jones, giant of US music, dies aged 91 (BBC News)

Quincy Jones, musician and producer who worked with Michael Jackson, Frank Sinatra and many others, dies aged 91. Jones' publicist, Arnold Robinson, ...

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Quincy Jones: share your tributes and memories (The Guardian)

We would like to hear your memories of Quincy Jones – whether you met him, or appreciated his work in the music industry.

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Quincy Jones, musical maestro and entertainment industry titan ... (NBC News)

Quincy Jones, who influenced nearly every popular genre, produced landmark albums and earned a record 80 Grammy Award nominations, died.

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Quincy Jones Dead: Michael Jackson's Music Producer Was 91 (Variety)

Quincy Jones, who distinguished himself over the course of a 70-year career in music as an artist, composer, producer and more, has died. He was 91.

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Quincy Jones, musical titan and entertainment icon, dead at 91 (CNN)

Musical titan Quincy Jones, the composer and producer who added his tasteful polish to recordings by everyone from Ray Charles to Frank Sinatra to Michael ...

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Quincy Jones, hitmaking producer and music industry titan, dead at 91 (ABC News)

Quincy Jones, a hitmaking producer and longtime powerhouse in the music industry, died on Sunday. He was 91.

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Quincy Jones, music legend who collaborated with everyone from ... (CBS News)

Quincy Jones, the multi-talented music legend who collaborated with everyone from Michael Jackson to Frank Sinatra, has died at 91, his family announced.

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Quincy Jones, legendary music producer, dies at 91 (Aljazeera.com)

Jones rose from running with gangs in Chicago to the heights of show business as a multi-talented music titan.

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Quincy Jones, producer and entertainment powerhouse, dies aged 91 (The Guardian)

Widely and wildly talented musician and industry mogul worked with Michael Jackson, Frank Sinatra, Will Smith and others.

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Quincy Jones, US musician and media mogul, dies aged 91 (Financial Times)

Producer of 'Thriller' album won 28 Grammys during career working on hit songs, movies, film scores and TV shows.

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Quincy Jones Death: Michael Caine, Colman Domingo Pay Tribute (Variety)

Tributes are rolling in for late music legend Quincy Jones, including from Michael Caine, Colman Domingo and more.

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Quincy Jones: US music producer wey work wit Michael Jackson ... (BBC News)

Quincy Jones, di musician and producer wey work wit Michael Jackson, Frank Sinatra and many odas, don die at di age of 91. Jones publicist, Arnold Robinson, ...

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Quincy Jones, Master of All Things Musical, Dies at 91 (Hollywood Reporter)

Quincy Jones, who did it all as a record producer, film composer, multi-genre artist, entertainment executive and humanitarian, has died. He was 91.

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20 Great Quincy Jones Productions, From 'Thriller' to 'We Are the ... (Rolling Stone)

Quincy Jones has died at age 91. We look back on 20 highlights from gamechanging production career with Michael Jackson, Ray Charles, and many others.

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Quincy Jones obituary (The Guardian)

Musician, producer and arranger who had global hits with Michael Jackson, was the first black composer to find acceptance in Hollywood and won 28 Grammys.

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Anant Singh pays heartfelt tribute to 'dear friend and mentor', Quincy ... (Independent Online)

Film producer Anant Singh honours the legacy of Quincy Jones, reflecting on their friendship and the profound impact Jones had on the music industry.

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OBITUARY | Quincy Jones: The beatmaker who orchestrated pop's ... (News24)

Quincy Jones has died at the age of 91. The jazzman, composer and tastemaker's arranging prowess connected the dots between the 20th century's constellation ...

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Quincy Jones' Health: Musician Had Brain Aneurysms, Diabetes (Today.com)

The music legend experienced several health scares throughout his life and called himself a "survivor" in his Netflix documentary.

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Quincy Jones, music producer to stars including Michael Jackson ... (Reuters)

Quincy Jones, the man known simply as "Q," was a huge influence on American music in his work with artists ranging from Count Basie to Frank Sinatra and ...

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Quincy Jones' Best Songs (Variety)

Spanning 70 years and towering roles as a musician, songwriter/ composer, producer, arranger, entrepreneur and more, Quincy Jones' career in music is ...

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Quincy Jones Dies At 91 — Leaving Behind Lessons On Leadership ... (Forbes)

Quincy Jones transformed leadership with adaptability and collaboration. His evolution from jazz to super producer teaches timeless lessons in resilience ...

Governor Newsom statement on passing of Quincy Jones | Governor ... (Office of Governor Gavin Newsom)

Sacramento, California – Governor Gavin Newsom issued the following statement today on the passing of musician, producer, and composer Quincy Jones:.

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15 Best Quincy Jones Samples, From Kanye West to Harry Styles (Variety)

Unsurprisingly, that work was heavily sampled in the last four decades of his life, providing a spectacular variety of cues, melodies and more that songwriters ...

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From Elvis to Donna to Stevie: how hit-making legend Quincy Jones ... (The Guardian)

Dizzy Gillespie, Miles Davies, Frank Sinatra, Amy Winehouse, Michael Jackson, Dionne Warwick … the powerhouse producer made magical music with everyone who ...

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Quincy Jones, Peerless Music Producer Behind 'Thriller,' Dead at 91 (Rolling Stone)

Quincy Jones, the musician-producer whose work was on several of the biggest pop LPs of the century, has died at 91.

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Quincy Jones obituary: From 'street rat' to music mastermind (BBC News)

He was in a gang as a child but became Michael Jackson and Frank Sinatra's favourite collaborator.

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Quincy Jones mastered the art of arrangement, transforming simple ... (The Conversation AU)

The visionary arranger thought of himself as a storyteller, not just a sound engineer.

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Quincy Jones: Oprah Winfrey, Elton John and Barack Obama among ... (Sky News)

Friends, collaborators and admirers have been honouring the music producer and composer following his death at the age of 91.

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Tributes pour in for music titan Quincy Jones (YFM)

Renowned American music composer, songwriter, arranger and producer, Quincy Jones, is being remembered for his impact in the industry.

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Will Smith, Oprah Winfrey, Paul McCartney and more pay tribute to ... (The Guardian)

Music and film stars celebrate late entertainment icon, with Wonder saying 'Quincy should remembered as one of God's greatest gifts to the world'

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Quincy Jones's music was the soundtrack to so many Black lives ... (The Guardian)

There will be countless tributes to the revered producer, but for me he evokes happy days growing up and the chaos of family parties, says music industry ...

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Quincy Jones: Oprah Winfrey, Paul McCartney, Stevie Wonder and ... (BBC News)

Oprah Winfrey, Paul McCartney, Stevie Wonder and Barack Obama lead the tributes to the music legend.

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Quincy Jones and Frank Sinatra: the audacious partnership that ... (The Guardian)

Jones was behind many inflection points in American music, but it all began with a brotherhood with Ol' Blue Eyes.

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Quincy Jones, the Maestro of the Recording Studio (The New York Times)

For decades, he had many of the pop world's best players on call — and knew how to coax out their sharpest performances.

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