Sam "The Man" Taylor Vinyl Records For Sale

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Sam "The Man" Taylor, known for his smooth tenor saxophone, played alongside icons like Ray Charles and Cab Calloway, making his albums a must-have for collectors and fans alike. His memorable performances and unique sound resonate through each vinyl, making them not just records but pieces of musical history to cherish.

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Sam "The Man" Taylor

Sam "The Man" Taylor, born Samuel Leroy Taylor, Jr. on July 12, 1916, in Lexington, Tennessee, was a prominent American tenor saxophonist known for his contributions to jazz, rhythm and blues, and blues. He honed his skills at Alabama State University and gained early experience playing with the Bama State Collegians. Over his career, he collaborated with iconic artists such as Ray Charles, Cab Calloway, and Louis Jordan, becoming a sought-after session musician in New York during the 1950s. Taylor is perhaps best remembered for his memorable saxophone solo on Big Joe Turner's classic hit "Shake, Rattle and Roll." In the 1960s, he led a five-piece band called the Blues Chasers and continued to have a vibrant career, frequently performing and recording in Japan throughout the 1970s. He passed away on October 5, 1990, in Atlanta, Georgia, leaving behind a legacy marked by his distinct sound and influential collaborations.
Studio albums
Blue Mist - 1955
Music with the Big Beat - 1956
Out Of This World - 1956
Rockin' Sax and Rollin' Organ - 1957
Jazz for Commuters - 1958
More Blue Mist - 1959
Mist of the Orient - 1962
In Japan - 1962
The Bad and the Beautiful - 1962
Misty Mood - 1962
It's a Blue World - 1963
Watermelon Man - 1963
Somewhere in the Night - 1964
Love You Tokyo - 1967
Ima Wa Shiawasekai - 1968
Hana to Namida - 1969
Koga Melodies: Best Collection - 1970
Eternal Standard - 1971
Bokyo Shiretokoryojo - 1971
Hit Melodies From Shi Retoko to Nagasaki - 1973
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    Sam "The Man" Taylor - Plays The Bad and the Beautiful - LP

    Sam "The Man" Taylor - Plays The Bad and the Beautiful - LP

    VG+ / VG+ 1962 MONO
    $14.00 USD
    $14.00 USD

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