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“My mom would have liked it that I patterned myself more after Jimmy Reed.”

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Zoot Sims (October 29, 1925 - March 23, 1985) was a renowned American jazz tenor saxophonist known for his warm, lyrical playing style. He was a key member of the legendary "Four Brothers" sax section and collaborated with jazz greats like Stan Kenton, Gerry Mulligan, and Miles Davis. Sims continued performing actively until his death from cancer in New York at age 59. more

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