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“[Louis Armstrong is] the father of us all, regardless of style or how modern we get. His influence is inescapable. Some of the things he was doing in the 20's and 30's, people still haven't dealt with.”

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Nicholas Payton

Nicholas Payton, born on September 26, 1973, is an accomplished American jazz trumpet player known for his unique playing style and innovative interpretations of traditional jazz. more

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