Sunny Murray

Sunny Murray was an American free jazz drummer, born on September 21, 1936 in Idadel, Oklahoma, USA. He passed away on December 8, 2017 in Paris, France. Known for his innovative and influential drumming style, Murray was a key figure in the development of free jazz music.

Throughout his career, Sunny Murray collaborated with numerous renowned artists such as Frank Wright, Frank Lowe, Dewey Redman, Roscoe Mitchell and Jimmy Lyons. His unique approach to rhythm and improvisation made him a sought-after performer in the avant-garde jazz scene.

Murray's discography includes collaborations with notable musicians like Noah Howard, Marion Brown and Sonny Simmons. He also worked with the New York Art Quartet and the Giuseppi Logan Quartet. His contributions to albums by Anthony Braxton, Albert Ayler and Bill Dixon further solidified his reputation as a groundbreaking drummer.