Curtis Ousley (born Curtis Montgomery; February 7, 1934 – August 13, 1971), [1] known professionally as King Curtis, was an American saxophonist who played rhythm and blues, jazz, and rock and roll. A bandleader, band member, and session musician, he was also a musical director and record producer.

2022年12月3日 · Curtis was the musical director and bandleader for Franklin, who he referred to as his “little sister.” He and his band opened for the Beatles at Shea Stadium and the rest of their...

Our Top 10 King Curtis Songs list looks back at some great King Curtis songs and recordings that the legendary saxophone played recorded.

King Curtis, a famed saxophonist, bandleader, composer, and producer, was one of the most influential musicians of his generation. He may also have been one of the most prolific, having amassed a stunning portfolio with over two hundred artists in eighteen years.

King Curtis played a honking tenor sax with a rock and roll sting. If you wanted an R&B sax, King Curtis was your man. He worked with everyone—Aretha Franklin, John Lennon, Clyde McPhatter, Bobby Darin and more.

King Curtis Follow Artist + Legendary R&B saxophonist who was among the top session musicians of the 1950s and '60s, as well as cutting soul hits as a headliner.

2024年2月7日 · King Curtis’ life was tragically cut short in 1971, but his musical legacy continues to inspire saxophonists of all stripes. His innovative approach, genre-bending spirit, and ability to imbue even the shortest solo with soulful storytelling remain relevant and influential.

2006年12月5日 · Curtis Ousley, better known as "King Curtis," saxophonist and guitarist, was born in Fort Worth on February 7, 1934. Ousley was raised in Mansfield by adoptive parents. As a child, he was fascinated by the music of saxophonists Lester Young and Louis Jordan, which he heard regularly on the radio.

Curtis Ousley (born Curtis Montgomery; February 7, 1934 – August 13, 1971), known professionally as King Curtis, was an American saxophonist who played rhythm and blues, jazz, and rock and roll. A bandleader, band member, and session musician, he was also a musical director and record producer.

2014年1月21日 · King Curtis was a dynamic tenor sax player whose work graced countless rock and roll and R&B records. Born Curtis Ousley in Fort Worth, Texas, his trademark was a honking Texas tenor sound inspired by his main influences Illinois Jacquet, Earl Bostic, Arnett Cobb albeit with a rock and roll edge.