Earl Rudolph "Bud" Powell (27 September 1924 – 31 July 1966) was an American Jazz pianist, usually considered one of the most influential in the history of the music.

Quotes about Powell

  • He was the foundation out of which stemmed the whole edifice of modern jazz piano; every jazz pianist since Bud either came through him or is deliberately attempting to get away from playing like him.
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