John Cumming has died

A giant of UK jazz promotion John Cumming has died. Live promotion company Serious, of which he was a founder, have paid tribute on their website: ''John loved pushing at the boundaries of jazz, reclaiming and underlining the radical inspiration of …

Published: 18 May 2020. Updated: 3 years.

A giant of UK jazz promotion John Cumming has died. Live promotion company Serious, of which he was a founder, have paid tribute on their website: ''John loved pushing at the boundaries of jazz, reclaiming and underlining the radical inspiration of the music and exploring links with hip-hop and dance culture. He was close to so many major American artists, including Cecil Taylor, Max Roach, Jack DeJohnette and Robert Glasper, but he was particularly passionate about the creative forces inside European jazz. He touched many lives in the UK jazz scene and it gave him great satisfaction that he lived to see a new generation of jazz musicians delighting huge audiences.''

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Lucky Peterson has died

The great bluesman Lucky Peterson died yesterday. He was only 55. A statement on his official Facebook page reads: ''It is with great sorrow we announce the passing of Lucky Peterson on Sunday, May 17, 2020 at 2:25 PM CST in Dallas, Texas. He was at …

Published: 18 May 2020. Updated: 3 years.

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The great bluesman Lucky Peterson died yesterday. He was only 55. A statement on his official Facebook page reads: ''It is with great sorrow we announce the passing of Lucky Peterson on Sunday, May 17, 2020 at 2:25 PM CST in Dallas, Texas. He was at home when he became ill and was rushed to the hospital in critical condition, but unfortunately did not recover. At this time please respect the family’s privacy, but do keep them in your prayers.''