R.I.P. Max Roach

We lost another legend today. Innovative Bebop percussionist Max Roach has passed on. Here are just a few reminders why this is such a loss.

"Mr. Hi-Hat", a tribute to Papa Jo Jones.


"The Third Eye", solo performance.


"Drum Waltz", solo performance.


"Driver Man", performed with saxophonist Clifford Jordan and singer Abbey Lincoln.


"What Am I Here For?", the Duke Ellington classic, performed with Billy Taylor in 1981.