Jones' "combination of deep-toned tom-tom and bass drums with subtle swirls of cross-rhythm on cymbals was widely imitated". He should not be confused with Papa Jo Jones, another drummer who had a long tenure with Count Basie. His solo work from the bop era can be found mainly on Riverside. Joseph Rudolph Philly Joe Jones (J August 30, 1985) was an American jazz drummer, known as the drummer for the first Great Miles Davis Quintet. Jones died in 1985 of a heart attack at home in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, at the age of 62. A good bop drummer, featuring with the best of the 50s, Philly Joe was Miles Davis 'favorite drummer', and is mostly remembered for his contributions to Davis and Dameron formations. įrom 1981 he helped to found the group Dameronia, dedicated to the music of the composer Tadd Dameron, and led it until his death. Later yearsĪfter returning to Philadelphia, Jones led a fusion group called Le Grand Prix, toured with Bill Evans in 19, recorded for Galaxy in 1977–79, and worked with Red Garland. His 1968 album Mo' Joe (also released as Trailways Express) was recorded in London with local musicians (including Peter King, Harold McNair, Chris Pyne, Kenny Wheeler and others). For two years (1967–69) Jones taught at a specially organized school in Hampstead, London, but was prevented from otherwise working in the UK by the Musicians' Union. Europeīetween late 19 Jones lived in London and Paris, performing and recording with musicians including Archie Shepp, Mal Waldron and Hank Mobley. Evans, like Davis, also openly stated that Jones was his all-time favorite drummer. Davis acknowledged that Jones was his favorite drummer, and stated in his autobiography that he would always listen for Jones in other drummers.įrom 1958 Jones worked as a leader, but continued to work as a sideman with other musicians, including Bill Evans and Hank Mobley. Miles Davis (tp) John Coltrane (ts) Bill Evans (p) Paul Chambers (b) Philly Joe Jones (d) 2) November 1, 1958: Miles Davis (tp) John Coltrane (ts) Julian 'Cannonball' Adderley (as) Red Garland (p) Paul Chambers (b) Jimmy Cobb (d) Guy Wallace (ann) 3) May 17, 1958: Miles Davis (tp) John Coltrane (ts) Bill Evans (p) Paul Chambers (b. Jones toured and recorded with Miles Davis Quintet from 1955 to 1958-a band that became known as "The Quintet" (along with Red Garland on piano, John Coltrane on sax, and Paul Chambers on bass).
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Among them, the most important influence on Jones was Tadd Dameron. In 1947 he became the house drummer at Café Society in New York City, where he played with the leading bebop players of the day. He was in the US Army during World War II.
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Biography Early careerĪs a child, Jones appeared as a featured tap dancer on The Kiddie Show on the Philadelphia radio Station WIP. He should not be confused with "Papa" Jo Jones, another drummer who had a long tenure with Count Basie. Joseph Rudolph " Philly Joe" Jones (J– August 30, 1985) was an American jazz drummer, known as the drummer for the first "Great" Miles Davis Quintet.