Joe Albany

Joe Albany, the American jazz pianist born in 1924 and passing away in 1988, was a beacon of bebop piano, shining brightly on the world stage during the 1970s resurgence of the genre. His music, captured on numerous albums, offers a raw and intimate glimpse into the soul of jazz. Albany's life story, marked by both struggle and triumph, is vividly portrayed in his daughter A.J. Albany's memoir, "Low Down: Junk, Jazz, and Other Fairy Tales," which inspired a film starring Garret Dillahunt. With a career that initially went undocumented for three decades, Albany's later work, much of it recorded for European labels, solidified his legacy as a unique voice in jazz. His music is a testament to his resilience and artistic brilliance, making him a must-explore artist for any jazz enthusiast.