Al Jackson Jr.
Alan "Al" Jackson, Jr. (November 27, 1935 - December 1, 1975) was an American jazz musician and drummer. He formed the funk and jazz group, Booker T. & the M.G.'s.
Al Jackson, Jr. | |
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| Birth name | Alan Jackson |
| Born | November 27, 1935 Memphis, Tennessee, U.S. |
| Died | October 1, 1975 (aged 39) Memphis, Tennessee, U.S. |
| Genres | R&B, funk, soul, Memphis soul |
| Instruments | Drums |
| Years active | 1940–1975 |
| Labels | Stax |
| Associated acts | Booker T. & the M.G.'s |
Jackson was born in Memphis, Tennessee in 1935.[1] He played drums in recording sessions for many other musicians, including Otis Redding and Wilson Pickett.[1] Booker T. & the MG's had several successful records including Green Onions, Hip Hug-Her, Hang 'Em High and Time Is Tight.[1]
Death
A few months before his death, he was attacked and wounded by his girlfriend and manager, Denise LaSalle.
Jackson was shot dead in his home at 3 am. His wife, who before this had shot him in the chest, said that a burglar came into their house, tied her up, and shot him when he came home. Police said that nothing had been taken from the house, and Jackson's wallet was still on his body. Official investigations ruled out robbery.
Police believe the person who shot Jackson was killed after a gun battle with police on July 15, 1976.
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 "Drummerworld: Al Jackson". drummerworld.com. Retrieved 27 October 2010.