Sonny Rollins: 'Saxophone Colossus' Jazz Legend Dies Aged 95

Sonny Rollins, saxophonist and restless genius of jazz, dead at 95

Sonny Rollins, the tenor saxophonist and restless genius whose bold, distinctive tone and constant experimentation kept him on the cutting edge of jazz for more than 50 years, died Monday at age 95.

Sonny Rollins: One of jazz's last living greats dies at 95

Revered for albums including "The Bridge" and "Saxophone Colossus," Rollins overcame addiction, prison and self-doubt to become one of jazz's greatest saxophonists.

Jazz legend Sonny Rollins, renowned saxophone 'colossus', dies at 95

Washington: Sonny Rollins, the jazz saxophonist widely regarded as a towering figure in the genre, has died at the age of 95, his publicist said on Monday.Born Walter Theodore Rollins on September 7, 1930, he grew up in Harlem surrounded by music. Known from an early age as Sonny, he was influenced by artists including Coleman Hawkins and Charlie Parker, and was mentored by pianist Thelonious Monk.Rollins rose to prominence in the 1950s, playing…

Jazz legend Sonny Rollins dies

Jazz musician Sonny Rollins, known as the "saxophone colossus", has died aged 95.

Saxophonist Sonny Rollins, who once worked with The Rolling Stones passes away at 95

The world mourns the loss of Sonny Rollins, the legendary saxophonist who defined the bebop era and captivated audiences for nearly a century. His groundbreaking tracks, including 'Airegin' and 'Doxy,' showcased his incredible talent and innovation, as he effortlessly fused jazz with rock, famously collaborating with The Rolling Stones on 'Tattoo You.

Sonny Rollins: 'Saxophone colossus' jazz legend dies aged 95

Known as the "saxophone colossus", Rollins had a lauded career spanning decades.