Eddie Chamblee

Eddie Chamblee Eddie Chamblee American jazz and R&B saxophonist and vocalist (1920–1999) Edwin Leon Chamblee (February 24, 1920 – May 1, 1999),[1] known as Eddie "Long Gone" Chamblee, was an American tenor and alto saxophonist, and occasional vocalist, who played jazz and R&B. Quick facts Born, Died ... Eddie Chamblee Born Edwin Leon Chamblee (1920-02-24)February 24, 1920 Atlanta, Georgia, U.S. Died May 1, 1999(1999-05-01) (aged 79) New York City, U.S. Genres Jazz, rhythm and blues Occupation Musician Instruments Tenor saxophone, alto saxophone Years active 1940s – 1990s Labels Miracle, Mercury, EmArcy, Roulette, Prestige, Black & Blue Close Life and career He was born in Atlanta, Georgia, United States, and grew up in Chicago, Illinois, where he began learning the saxophone…

GENRES: Jazz, Tenor Saxophone