Max Roach, a well-respected and remarkable jazz drummer, passed away in his sleep at the age of 83 in New York. Roach is known for having been one of the developers of the bebop genre and has had the opportunity to work with Miles Davis, Nat King Cole and others, during his lifetime.

“Legendary jazz drummer Max Roach, best known for creating the fast-paced bebop style, has died in New York aged 83. continue reading...