Peter Keepnews

Peter Keepnews is a music journalist. Below are 211 of 211 articles datpiff.ink indexes across 1 publication. Each links out to the original at the publisher.

• Sonny Rollins, Giant of the Jazz Saxophone, Is Dead at 95 — The New York Times · May 26, 2026
• Harry Belafonte: A Life in Photos — The New York Times · Apr 25, 2023
• Harry Belafonte, 96, Dies; Barrier-Breaking Singer, Actor and Activist — The New York Times · Apr 25, 2023
• Ramsey Lewis, Jazz Pianist Who Became a Pop Star, Dies at 87 — The New York Times · Sep 13, 2022
• Taurean Blacque, Actor Best Known for ‘Hill Street Blues,’ Dies at 82 — The New York Times · Jul 22, 2022
• Alan White, Who Drummed With Yes and Ex-Beatles, Dies at 72 — The New York Times · May 29, 2022
• Maggie Peterson, a Memorable ‘Andy Griffith Show’ Guest, Dies at 81 — The New York Times · May 17, 2022
• Lonnie Smith, Soulful Jazz Organist, Is Dead at 79 — The New York Times · Sep 29, 2021
• George Wein, Newport Jazz Festival Trailblazer, Is Dead at 95 — The New York Times · Sep 13, 2021
• Les McKeown, Lead Singer of the Bay City Rollers, Dies at 65 — The New York Times · Apr 23, 2021
• Annie Ross, Jazz Vocalist of ‘Twisted’ Renown, Dies at 89 — The New York Times · Jul 22, 2020
• Jerry Stiller, Comedian With Enduring Appeal, Is Dead at 92 — The New York Times · May 11, 2020
• Tim Brooke-Taylor, a Mainstay of British Comedy, Dies at 79 — The New York Times · Apr 30, 2020
• Lee Konitz, Jazz Saxophonist Who Blazed His Own Trail, Dies at 92 — The New York Times · Apr 16, 2020
• Bucky Pizzarelli, Master of the Jazz Guitar, Is Dead at 94 — The New York Times · Apr 02, 2020
• Lyle Mays, 66, Pat Metheny Group Keyboardist, Is Dead — The New York Times · Feb 12, 2020
• Claudio Roditi, Lyrical Jazz Trumpeter, Is Dead at 73 — The New York Times · Jan 24, 2020
• Jack Sheldon, Trumpeter and ‘Schoolhouse Rock!’ Singer, Is Dead at 88 — The New York Times · Jan 03, 2020
• Paul Barrere, Longtime Member of the Band Little Feat, Dies at 71 — The New York Times · Oct 28, 2019
• Ginger Baker, Superstar Rock Drummer With Cream, Is Dead at 80 — The New York Times · Oct 06, 2019
• Jerry Lawson, Lead Singer of the Persuasions, Is Dead at 75 — The New York Times · Jul 12, 2019
• Johnny Sandlin, 72, Allman Brothers Band Producer, Is Dead — The New York Times · Sep 22, 2017
• Don Rickles, Comedy’s Equal Opportunity Offender, Dies at 90 — The New York Times · Apr 06, 2017
• Misha Mengelberg, Bold and Spirited Jazz Pianist, Dies at 81 — The New York Times · Mar 14, 2017
• Horace Parlan, Jazz Pianist, Dies at 86 — The New York Times · Mar 02, 2017
• Larry Coryell, Guitarist of Fusion Before It Had a Name, Dies at 73 — The New York Times · Feb 22, 2017
• Svend Asmussen, an Early Master of Jazz Violin, Dies at 100 — The New York Times · Feb 10, 2017
• Dick Gautier, Who Played a Rock Star in ‘Bye Bye Birdie,’ Is Dead — The New York Times · Jan 17, 2017
• Gordie Tapp, ‘Hee Haw’ Regular of ‘Pfft! You Was Gone’ Fame, Dies at 94 — The New York Times · Dec 28, 2016
• Rudy Van Gelder, 91, Audio Engineer Who Helped Define Jazz Sound on Records, Dies — The New York Times · Aug 26, 2016
• Toots Thielemans, Who Won Jazz Renown With the Harmonica, Dies at 94 — The New York Times · Aug 22, 2016
• Pete Fountain, 86, Dies; Clarinetist Popularized Spirited New Orleans Jazz — The New York Times · Aug 07, 2016
• Jeremy Steig, Flutist Who Bridged Jazz and Rock, Dies at 73 — The New York Times · Jun 03, 2016
• Gato Barbieri, Latin Jazz Trailblazer With a Saxophone, Is Dead at 83 — The New York Times · Apr 03, 2016
• Garry Shandling, Star of Groundbreaking Sitcoms, Dies at 66 — The New York Times · Mar 24, 2016
• John Chilton, Jazz Musician and Historian, Dies at 83 — The New York Times · Mar 04, 2016
• Dan Hicks, of the Hot Licks, Dies at 74; Countered the ’60s Sound — The New York Times · Feb 07, 2016
• Maurice White, Founder and Leader of Earth, Wind & Fire, Dies at 74 — The New York Times · Feb 05, 2016
• Bob Elliott, Half of the Deadpan Bob and Ray Comedy Team, Dies at 92 — The New York Times · Feb 03, 2016
• Chris Squire, Founding Bassist With the Rock Band Yes, Dies at 67 — The New York Times · Jun 28, 2015
• Reynaldo Rey, 75, Actor and Comedian, Is Dead — The New York Times · May 29, 2015
• Anne Meara, Comedian and Actress, Dies at 85 — The New York Times · May 24, 2015
• Paul Jeffrey, Saxophonist Who Played With Monk and Mingus, Dies at 81 — The New York Times · Apr 08, 2015
• Gregory Walcott, Actor in ‘Plan 9 From Outer Space,’ Dies at 87 — The New York Times · Mar 26, 2015
• Daevid Allen, Guitarist and Singer in Progressive Rock, Dies at 77 — The New York Times · Mar 17, 2015
• Clark Terry, Master of Jazz Trumpet, Dies at 94 — The New York Times · Feb 22, 2015
• Sam Andrew, Guitarist for Big Brother and the Holding Company, Dies at 73 — The New York Times · Feb 17, 2015
• Don Harron, Actor on Broadway and in ‘Hee Haw,’ Dies at 90 — The New York Times · Jan 29, 2015
• Jeff Golub, a Guitarist at Home in Several Genres, Dies at 59 — The New York Times · Jan 10, 2015
• Carol Ann Susi, Unseen Actress on ‘Big Bang Theory,’ Is Dead at 62 — The New York Times · Nov 13, 2014
• Jan Hooks of ‘Saturday Night Live’ Fame Is Dead at 57 — The New York Times · Oct 10, 2014
• Kenny Wheeler, Influential Sound in Jazz, Dies at 84 — The New York Times · Sep 22, 2014
• Joe Sample, Crusaders Pianist Who Went Electric, Dies at 75 — The New York Times · Sep 15, 2014
• Donald Sinden, British Actor of Stage and Screen for 60 Years, Dies at 90 — The New York Times · Sep 13, 2014
• Glenn Cornick, Original Bassist in Jethro Tull, Dies at 67 — The New York Times · Aug 31, 2014
• Paul Horn, a Founding Father of New Age Music, Dies at 84 — The New York Times · Jul 10, 2014
• Steve Rossi, Singer Who Found Fame in Comedy Duo, Dies at 82 — The New York Times · Jun 23, 2014
• Horace Silver, 85, Master of Earthy Jazz, Is Dead — The New York Times · Jun 19, 2014
• Jimmy Scott, Singer Whose Star Rose Late, Dies at 88 — The New York Times · Jun 13, 2014
• Rik Mayall, British Alternative Comic, Dies at 56 — The New York Times · Jun 09, 2014
• David Brenner, Stand-up Comic of the Little Things in Life, Dies at 78 — The New York Times · Mar 16, 2014
• Iola Brubeck, Collaborator and Wife of Jazz Pianist, Dies at 90 — The New York Times · Mar 15, 2014
• Bob Casale, Guitarist in Devo, Dies at 61 — The New York Times · Feb 19, 2014
• Alice Babs, Who Sang for Ellington, Dies at 90 — The New York Times · Feb 15, 2014
• Richard Hayman, a Pops Concert Figure in St. Louis and Boston, Dies at 93 — The New York Times · Feb 07, 2014
• Al Porcino, First Trumpeter With Leading Jazz Bands, Dies at 88 — The New York Times · Jan 09, 2014
• James Avery, ‘Fresh Prince’ Actor, Dies at 68 — The New York Times · Jan 02, 2014
• Yusef Lateef, Innovative Jazz Saxophonist and Flutist, Dies at 93 — The New York Times · Dec 24, 2013
• Jim Hall, Master Jazz Guitarist Who Played With the Greats, Dies at 83 — The New York Times · Dec 11, 2013
• Stan Tracey Dies at 86; Helped British Jazz Emerge From American Shadow — The New York Times · Dec 10, 2013
• Chico Hamilton, Drummer, Bandleader and Exponent of Cool Jazz, Dies at 92 — The New York Times · Nov 26, 2013
• Butch Warren, 74, Prominent Jazz Bassist, Dies — The New York Times · Oct 23, 2013
• Marian McPartland, Jazz Pianist and NPR Radio Staple, Dies at 95 — The New York Times · Aug 21, 2013
• Marilyn King, Last of Singing Sisters’ Group, Dies at 82 — The New York Times · Aug 09, 2013
• Paul Smith, Jazz Pianist, Is Dead at 91 — The New York Times · Jul 03, 2013
• Sam Most, Who Helped Bring the Flute Into the Jazz Mainstream, Dies at 82 — The New York Times · Jun 23, 2013
• Ed Shaughnessy, ‘Tonight’ Drummer, Is Dead at 84 — The New York Times · May 27, 2013
• Jimmy Dawkins, Chicago Blues Guitarist, Dies at 76 — The New York Times · Apr 19, 2013
• Deke Richards, Creator of Motown Hits, Dies at 68 — The New York Times · Mar 27, 2013
• Fran Warren, Singer in Big-Band Era, Dies at 87 — The New York Times · Mar 21, 2013
• Bobbie Smith, Voice of the Spinners, Dies at 76 — The New York Times · Mar 21, 2013
• Peter Banks, Original Guitarist of Yes, Dies at 65 — The New York Times · Mar 15, 2013
• Magic Slim, Blues Singer and Guitarist Who Blazed Onstage, Dies at 75 — The New York Times · Feb 23, 2013
• Claude Nobs, Founder of Montreux Jazz Festival, Dies at 76 — The New York Times · Jan 12, 2013
• Eddie Bert, Jazz Trombone Player, Dies at 90 — The New York Times · Sep 30, 2012
• Dorothy McGuire, of Singing Sister Act, Dies at 84 — The New York Times · Sep 10, 2012
• Ilhan Mimaroglu, Composer and Producer, Dies at 86 — The New York Times · Jul 18, 2012
• Doug Dillard, Bluegrass Banjo Virtuoso, Dies at 75 — The New York Times · May 28, 2012
• Duck Dunn, Bassist in Booker T. and the MG’s, Dies at 70 — The New York Times · May 14, 2012
• George Lindsey, TV’s Goober Pyle, Dies at 83 — The New York Times · May 07, 2012
• Joe Muranyi, Clarinetist for Louis Armstrong, Dies at 84 — The New York Times · Apr 28, 2012
• Etta James Dies at 73; Voice Behind ‘At Last’ — The New York Times · Jan 20, 2012
• Tom Ardolino Dies at 56; Drummer for NRBQ for Three Decades — The New York Times · Jan 14, 2012
• Bob Brookmeyer, Jazz Musician and Educator, Dies at 81 — The New York Times · Dec 19, 2011
• Fonce Mizell, a Songwriter and Producer, Dies at 68 — The New York Times · Jul 29, 2011
• Joe Lee Wilson, a Leader of ’70s Loft-Jazz Movement, Dies at 75 — The New York Times · Jul 22, 2011
• Manuel Galbán, Guitarist With Cuban Bands, Dies at 80 — The New York Times · Jul 09, 2011
• Ruth Roberts, ‘Meet the Mets’ Songwriter, Dies at 84 — The New York Times · Jul 05, 2011
• Martin Rushent, Versatile Record Producer, Dies at 62 — The New York Times · Jun 13, 2011
• Snooky Young, a Big Band Trumpeter, Is Dead at 92 — The New York Times · May 19, 2011
• George Shearing, ‘Lullaby of Birdland’ Jazz Virtuoso, Dies at 91 — The New York Times · Feb 14, 2011
• Billy Taylor, Jazz Pianist, Dies at 89 — The New York Times · Dec 29, 2010
• James Moody, Jazz Saxophonist, Dies at 85 — The New York Times · Dec 10, 2010
• General Johnson, Singer and Writer of Hit R&B Songs, Dies at 69 — The New York Times · Oct 16, 2010
• Martin Drew, British Jazz Drummer, Dies at 66 — The New York Times · Aug 07, 2010
• Ben Keith, Musician and Sideman to Neil Young, Dies at 73 — The New York Times · Jul 31, 2010
• Who’s That Joking While You’re Out Jogging? — The New York Times · Jul 29, 2010
• Joya Sherrill, Who Sang With Ellington and Goodman, Is Dead at 85 — The New York Times · Jul 09, 2010
• Benny Powell, Who Played Trombone With Count Basie, Is Dead at 80 — The New York Times · Jul 04, 2010
• Hank Jones, Versatile Jazz Pianist, Is Dead at 91 — The New York Times · May 17, 2010
• Rob McConnell, Musician and Big Band Leader, Dies at 75 — The New York Times · May 13, 2010
• Gene Lees, Jazz Critic and Historian, Dies at 82 — The New York Times · Apr 27, 2010
• Herb Ellis, Jazz Guitarist, Is Dead at 88 — The New York Times · Mar 31, 2010
• John Dankworth, a Leader of British Jazz Scene, Dies at 82 — The New York Times · Feb 11, 2010
• Jane Jarvis, Player of Jazz and Mets Music, Dies at 94 — The New York Times · Jan 30, 2010
• Ed Thigpen, Jazz Drummer, Dies at 79 — The New York Times · Jan 26, 2010
• Lhasa de Sela, Singer Who Crossed Borders, Dies at 37 — The New York Times · Jan 08, 2010
• Jack Rose, Versatile Master of the Guitar, Is Dead at 38 — The New York Times · Dec 09, 2009
• Steve Ferguson, Rock Guitarist and a Founder of NRBQ, Dies at 60 — The New York Times · Oct 17, 2009
• Lawrence Lucie, Guitarist With Jelly Roll Morton, Dies at 101 — The New York Times · Aug 18, 2009
• Kenny Rankin, Melder of Jazz and Pop, Dies at 69 — The New York Times · Jun 09, 2009
• Sam Butera, Saxophonist for Louis Prima, Dies at 81 — The New York Times · Jun 05, 2009
• Koko Taylor, Queen of Chicago Blues, Is Dead at 80 — The New York Times · Jun 04, 2009
• Buddy Montgomery, Played the Vibraphone, Dies at 79 — The New York Times · May 24, 2009
• Buddy Montgomery, Jazz Pianist and Vibraphonist, Dies at 79 — The New York Times · May 22, 2009
• One Man’s Adorable Absurdity — The New York Times · Feb 10, 2009
• Freddie Hubbard, Jazz Trumpeter, Dies at 70 — The New York Times · Dec 30, 2008
• Songs in the Key of Monk With Lyric Latin Touches — The New York Times · Nov 23, 2008
• Celebrating 50 Years With Four Parties — The New York Times · Nov 15, 2008
• Dave McKenna, Pianist Known for Solo Jazz Work, Dies at 78 — The New York Times · Oct 20, 2008
• Jazz Impresario’s New Festival — The New York Times · Sep 21, 2008
• Newport After George Wein: One of the Stars Will Be George Wein — The New York Times · Aug 09, 2008
• Apatow Returns to Stand-Up — The New York Times · Jul 23, 2008
• Ronnie Mathews, 72, Pianist Who Accompanied Jazz Stars, Dies — The New York Times · Jul 02, 2008
• A Strange Career Takes an Odd Turn — The New York Times · Feb 10, 2008
• Pete Candoli, Trumpeter and Studio Musician, Dies at 84 — The New York Times · Jan 23, 2008
• Lew Spence, a Songwriter for Sinatra, Dies at 87 — The New York Times · Jan 22, 2008
• Clyde Otis, 83, Executive and Songwriter, Dies — The New York Times · Jan 18, 2008
• Pete Candoli, Jazz Trumpeter, Dies at 84 — The New York Times · Jan 17, 2008
• Irene Reid, Singer, Bandleader and Actress, Dies at 77 — The New York Times · Jan 12, 2008
• Frank Morgan, Master of Bebop Sax, Dies at 73 — The New York Times · Dec 19, 2007
• Cecil Payne, Baritone Saxophonist, Dies at 84 — The New York Times · Dec 06, 2007
• Cecil Payne, Baritone Saxophonist Who Mastered Bebop, Dies — The New York Times · Dec 04, 2007
• After a Sitcom, It’s Back to Stand-Up — The New York Times · Nov 16, 2007
• Joe Zawinul, 75, Jazz Fusion Pioneer, Dies — The New York Times · Sep 12, 2007
• Max Roach Is Remembered for Music and More — The New York Times · Aug 25, 2007
• Max Roach, Master of Modern Jazz, Dies at 83 — The New York Times · Aug 17, 2007
• Max Roach, a Founder of Modern Jazz, Dies at 83 — The New York Times · Aug 16, 2007
• Comics’ Future May Loom on a Monitor, Not a TV — The New York Times · Aug 11, 2007
• Those Kids May Be Older, but They’re Still Fooling Around in the Hall — The New York Times · Jul 30, 2007
• Bill Barber, Who Brought the Tuba to Famed Jazz Sessions, Is Dead at 87 — The New York Times · Jun 29, 2007
• In His Memory, the Melodies Linger On — The New York Times · Jun 23, 2007
• Nellie Lutcher, 94, R & B Singer, Dies — The New York Times · Jun 15, 2007
• Lincoln? Washington? Nope. Patrick! — The New York Times · Feb 19, 2007
• Jay McShann, 90, Jazz Pianist, Bandleader and Vocalist, Dies — The New York Times · Dec 09, 2006
• By Any Name, Music That Still Finds a Groove — The New York Times · Oct 26, 2006
• By Any Name, Music That Still Finds a Groove — The New York Times · Oct 26, 2006
• Wryly, if Warily, Accepting More Than Modest Success — The New York Times · Sep 21, 2006
• An Old Show Returns, With Just a Little News About Race and Sex — The New York Times · Sep 09, 2006
• An Old Show Returns, With Just a Little News About Race and Sex — The New York Times · Sep 09, 2006
• Hilton Ruiz, 54, Pianist Fluent in Jazz and Latin Rhythms, Dies — The New York Times · Jun 07, 2006
• Grant McLennan, 48, Songwriter and Leader of Australian Band, Is Dead — The New York Times · May 09, 2006
• And Laugh at the Professor's Jokes — The New York Times · Apr 09, 2006
• A Comic Walks Into a TV Studio, and He Turns to Another Comic... — The New York Times · Dec 14, 2005
• Upstart Comedians Goofing on Andy — The New York Times · Nov 03, 2005
• Comedy's Newest Breakthrough Star: Dane Who? — The New York Times · Sep 14, 2005
• In One Comic's View, His Own Industry Is the Joke — The New York Times · Aug 06, 2005
• His Big Break Canceled, Comic Adapts — The New York Times · Mar 31, 2005
• Elvin Jones, Jazz Drummer With Coltrane, Dies at 76 — The New York Times · May 19, 2004
• Barney Kessel, 80, a Guitarist With Legends of Jazz, Is Dead — The New York Times · May 08, 2004
• Billy May, 87, Musical Arranger With Sinatra — The New York Times · Jan 26, 2004
• Gladys Shelley, 92, Songwriter For Cabaret and Advertising — The New York Times · Dec 22, 2003
• Ruben Gonzalez, 84, Buena Vista Club Pianist — The New York Times · Dec 10, 2003
• Beiderbecke Reimagined, With an Eclectic Approach — The New York Times · Dec 01, 2003
• Chubby Jackson, 84, a Big-Band Star on Bass — The New York Times · Oct 04, 2003
• Herbie Mann, 73, Musician Who Gave Flute a Jazz Sound — The New York Times · Jul 03, 2003
• Peanuts Hucko, 85, Clarinetist And Saxophonist With Big Bands — The New York Times · Jun 24, 2003
• Harold Ashby, 78, Saxophonist With Ellington Band — The New York Times · Jun 17, 2003
• Jimmy Knepper, Versatile Jazz Trombonist, Dies at 75 — The New York Times · Jun 16, 2003
• Teddy Edwards, 78, Deft Star Of Los Angeles Jazz Scene — The New York Times · Apr 23, 2003
• Nina Simone, 70, Soulful Diva and Voice of Civil Rights, Dies — The New York Times · Apr 22, 2003
• Ruby Braff, an Old-Style Jazz Trumpeter and Cornetist, 75 — The New York Times · Feb 11, 2003
• Zal Yanovsky, 57, Guitarist With Lovin' Spoonful in 60's — The New York Times · Dec 17, 2002
• Roland Hanna, a Jazz Pianist and Composer, Dies at 70 — The New York Times · Nov 15, 2002
• Ellis Larkins, 79, Jazz Pianist Of Sensitive and Elegant Style — The New York Times · Oct 03, 2002
• Paul Williams, 87, Rock Pioneer With 1948's 'The Hucklebuck' — The New York Times · Oct 01, 2002
• Dodo Marmarosa, 76, an Early Bebop Pianist — The New York Times · Sep 27, 2002
• Jimmy Maxwell, 85, a Lead Trumpeter With the Top Big Bands — The New York Times · Jul 25, 2002
• Ralph Burns, 79, an Arranger and Composer From Big Bands to Broadway — The New York Times · Nov 28, 2001
• Manny Albam, 79, Jazz Composer and Player — The New York Times · Oct 06, 2001
• John Lewis, 80, Pianist, Composer and Creator of the Modern Jazz Quartet, Dies — The New York Times · Mar 31, 2001
• Another Surprise From Ellington — The New York Times · Apr 09, 2000
• Late-Night Hosts in Search of Their Niches — The New York Times · Oct 03, 1999
• TELEVISION/RADIO ; There Was Thought in His Rages — The New York Times · Aug 08, 1999
• Think What They'd Do With 'Titanic' — The New York Times · Jul 25, 1999
• Off Go Paul And Jamie, Realistic To the End — The New York Times · May 23, 1999
• Tailoring the Music to Fit Each Late Show Guest — The New York Times · Nov 29, 1998
• Leaping From E Street to 'Late Night' — The New York Times · Nov 28, 1993
• Pop/Jazz; Getting Back to the Blues: A Reunion — The New York Times · Aug 14, 1992
• Pop/Jazz; Accordion-Music Festival For Breaking New Ground — The New York Times · May 08, 1992
• Pop/Jazz; Sounds of Earlier Days Draw 2 Longtime Musicians — The New York Times · Mar 13, 1992
• Pop/Jazz; Coltrane and Ellington: Studies in Composition — The New York Times · Aug 09, 1991
• Pop/Jazz; A Tribute to Dexter Gordon In Music, Film and Dance — The New York Times · Jun 28, 1991
• Pop/Jazz; Q. Where's the Blues? A. Where Isn't It? — The New York Times · Oct 12, 1990
• A Jazz Reunion in Brooklyn — The New York Times · Jul 27, 1990
• Pop/Jazz; Two Kinds Of Blues, Urbanized And True — The New York Times · Feb 16, 1990
• Zydeco Makes a Trip To New York — The New York Times · Dec 08, 1989
• Pop/Jazz; A Banner Weekend for Those Who Love Funk — The New York Times · Nov 24, 1989
• Pop/Jazz; Rap Leads to Respectability and Academia for KRS-One — The New York Times · Nov 17, 1989
• Pop/Jazz; 9 Days and Nights of the Blues — The New York Times · Nov 03, 1989
• Pop/Jazz; Blending Ethnic Music In a Series At Town Hall — The New York Times · Sep 22, 1989