Ken Dryden Posted November 17, 2008 Report Posted November 17, 2008 I have just learned that drummer Tony Reedus died in Memphis. Tony was the nephew of the late pianist James Williams. Both of Tony's parents died young. I have not yet learned of the cause of death. Quote
Free For All Posted November 17, 2008 Report Posted November 17, 2008 Oh damn, that's awful! He was still a fairly young man. I sure have enjoyed his playing over the years, going back to the work he did w/Woody Shaw. Sad news. Rest in Peace. Quote
Peter Friedman Posted November 17, 2008 Report Posted November 17, 2008 Very sad news. Tony Reedus was a good drummer. I recall seeing him some time ago with Mulgrew Miller. Quote
mikeweil Posted November 17, 2008 Report Posted November 17, 2008 I can't believe it, but if his parents died young already ... Great, groovy drummer - I always liked him. R.I.P. Quote
relyles Posted November 17, 2008 Report Posted November 17, 2008 That is a shock. I just heard him live a couple of weeks ago in Hartford playing with bassist Nat Reeves. My prayers go out to the family. Quote
Guest Bill Barton Posted November 17, 2008 Report Posted November 17, 2008 R.I.P. Indeed sad news... I heard him with Woody Shaw years ago and loved his playing. My sincere condolences to his family, friends and colleagues. Quote
CJ Shearn Posted November 17, 2008 Report Posted November 17, 2008 damn. great, tasteful player. RIP Quote
Cyril Posted November 18, 2008 Report Posted November 18, 2008 (edited) Tony was only 49... More: http://www.tonyreedus.com/index2.html Rest in Peace Edited November 18, 2008 by Cyril Quote
Ken Dryden Posted November 18, 2008 Author Report Posted November 18, 2008 According to pianist Donald Brown, Tony died of a heart attack in an airport upon his return from Italy. Quote
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