Jack DeJohnette, a well-known jazz drummer, passed away over the weekend from congestive heart failure. He was 83 years old.

The late musician’s wife and manager, Lydia, confirmed the news, telling NPR that he died on Oct. 26 at HealthAlliance Hospital in Kingston, New York.

Born in 1942, Jack DeJohnette began playing drums professionally at 14. He is best known for his collaborations with musicians such as Charles Lloyd, Herbie Hancock, Miles Davis, and Joe Henderson.

He replaced Tony Williams in Davis’ live band and was the primary drummer for B-tches Brew.

Along with jazz, DeJohnette also played R&B and hard bop, occasionally performing with Sun Ra and his Akestra group.

Among the awards he won over the years were the NEA Jazz Master and Fellow of United States Artists. He also sco

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