Earl Bostic

Earl Bostic Earl Bostic American jazz saxophonist (1913–1965) Eugene Earl Bostic (April 25, 1913 – October 28, 1965)[1] was an American alto saxophonist. Bostic's recording career was diverse, his musical output encompassing jazz, swing, jump blues and the post-war American rhythm and blues style, which he pioneered. He had a number of popular hits such as "Flamingo", "Harlem Nocturne", "Temptation", "Sleep", "Special Delivery Stomp", and "Where or When", which all showed off his characteristic growl on the horn. He was a major influence on John Coltrane.[2] Quick facts Background information, Birth name ... Earl Bostic Bostic in 1961 Background information Birth name Eugene Earl Bostic Born (1913-04-25)April 25, 1913 Tulsa, Oklahoma, U.S. Died October 28, 1965(1965-10-28) (aged 52) Rochester, New…

GENRES: Rhythm & Blues, Popular, Alto Saxophone, Instrumental

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