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Profile of Quincy Jones, Legendary US Music Producer Who Passed Away

Profile of Quincy Jones, Legendary US Music Producer Who Passed Away

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Profile of Quincy Jones, Legendary US Music Producer Who Passed Away

Written by: Adristi Putri Febrianti
 
Legendary music producer and songwriter Quincy Jones passed away on Sunday, November 3, 2024, local time. This sad news was announced by the Jones family, who confirmed his passing. Quincy Jones is known as one of the icons in the American music industry.

As a producer, Quincy Jones has created many historical works, including collaborations with some of the world's greatest musicians. He has worked with legends such as Michael Jackson, Frank Sinatra, and many other renowned artists, creating songs that are still remembered today.

Jones is not only respected for his musical abilities but also for his remarkable contributions to transforming the global music landscape. With over six decades of an accomplished career, his passing leaves a deep sorrow for the global music world.
 

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Quincy Delight Jones Jr., better known by his stage name Quincy Jones, was born on March 14, 1933, in Chicago, United States, and passed away on November 3, 2024. As a music producer and songwriter, he was one of the most influential figures in the American music industry.  

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His career began as a jazz trumpet player in the 1950s, and after graduating from Berklee College of Music, he joined the touring group of pianist Lionel Hampton.  

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His expertise in arranging music made him widely known among musicians worldwide, and he became the producer behind several monumental works.

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One of Quincy’s greatest achievements was producing Michael Jackson's album Thriller, which became the best-selling album of all time. In addition, he also produced other important albums such as Off The Wall and Bad by Jackson, as well as the album Give Me The Night by George Benson.  

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Other important works include BIG BAND BOSSA NOVA (1962), WALKING IN SPACE (1969), and THE DUDE (1981). He also produced iconic projects such as WE ARE THE WORLD (1985) for USA for Africa, as well as creating music for the film THE COLOR PURPLE (1985).

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Quincy Jones received various awards throughout his career, including an Oscar for the Jean Hersholt Humanitarian Award in 1995, Emmy Awards for ROOTS: PART 1 in 1977, and 28 Grammy Awards.  

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With his passing, the music world has lost one of its greatest legends, who made extraordinary contributions to the development of the global music industry. May he rest in peace.   Let's follow the news about Quincy Jones! If not now, when else?