Jimmy Forrest
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Jimmy Robert Forrest Jr. (January 24, 1920 - August 26, 1980) was a jazz musician who played tenor saxophone throughout his career. He is famous for his first solo recording of "Night Train," with its irresistible hook and classic tenor solo. He recorded frequently as both a side man and a leader. "Bolo Blues" was his other major hit.
Forrest was born in St. Louis and played with the legendary Fate Marable as a young man. He was with Jay McShann in 1940-42 and with Andy Kirk from 1942-48, when he joined Duke Ellington. After his solo career, he played in small combos with Harry "Sweets" Edison and Al Grey as well as appearing with Count Basie.
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Late in life Jimmy married Betty Tardy and settled in Grand Rapids, MI, where he later died.
