SettingsMusicians from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
A. J. Croce
Adrian James "A.J." Croce (born September 28, 1971, Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania) is an American singer-songwriter.
Adrian James "A.J." Croce (born September 28, 1971, Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania) is an American singer-songwriter.
Aaron Dugan
Aaron Dugan is a guitarist, composer and songwriter from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Aaron Dugan is a guitarist, composer and songwriter from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Al Alberts
Al Alberts (August 10, 1922 – November 27, 2009) was a popular singer and composer.
Al Alberts (August 10, 1922 – November 27, 2009) was a popular singer and composer.
Al Martino
Al Martino (born Jasper Cini, October 7, 1927 – October 13, 2009) was an American singer and actor.
Al Martino (born Jasper Cini, October 7, 1927 – October 13, 2009) was an American singer and actor.
Albert Hay Malotte
Albert Hay Malotte (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, May 19, 1895-Los Angeles on November 16, 1964) was an American pianist, organist, composer and educator.
Albert Hay Malotte (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, May 19, 1895-Los Angeles on November 16, 1964) was an American pianist, organist, composer and educator.
Albert Rosewig
Albert Henry Rosewig (he spelled it Albert RoSewig) (29 April 1846 – 7 May 1929) was an American composer from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Albert Henry Rosewig (he spelled it Albert RoSewig) (29 April 1846 – 7 May 1929) was an American composer from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Alec Ounsworth
Alec Ounsworth (born December 1, 1977) is an American singer, songwriter, guitarist and frontman of indie rock band Clap Your Hands Say Yeah.
Alec Ounsworth (born December 1, 1977) is an American singer, songwriter, guitarist and frontman of indie rock band Clap Your Hands Say Yeah.
Alexander Reinagle
Alexander Robert Reinagle was an English-born American composer, organist, and theater musician.
Alexander Robert Reinagle was an English-born American composer, organist, and theater musician.
Alfred Genovese
Alfred Genovese (April 25, 1931 - March 11, 2011) was principal oboe of both the Boston Symphony Orchestra and the Metropolitan Opera Orchestra.
Alfred Genovese (April 25, 1931 - March 11, 2011) was principal oboe of both the Boston Symphony Orchestra and the Metropolitan Opera Orchestra.
Alphonso Johnson
Alphonso Johnson is an American jazz bassist who has been influential since the early 1970s.
Alphonso Johnson is an American jazz bassist who has been influential since the early 1970s.
Amos Lee
Amos Lee is an American singer-songwriter and guitarist whose musical style encompasses folk, rock and soul.
Amos Lee is an American singer-songwriter and guitarist whose musical style encompasses folk, rock and soul.
Ann Maria Thorne
Ann Maria Thorne, more widely known as Mrs.
Ann Maria Thorne, more widely known as Mrs.
Annie Gosfield
Annie Gosfield is a New York composer who specializes in using detuned or out of tune samples and industrial noises.
Annie Gosfield is a New York composer who specializes in using detuned or out of tune samples and industrial noises.
Audrey Landers
Audrey Landers (born July 18, 1956) is an American actress and singer, who is probably best known for her role as Afton Cooper in the television drama series Dallas and her role as Val Clark...
Audrey Landers (born July 18, 1956) is an American actress and singer, who is probably best known for her role as Afton Cooper in the television drama series Dallas and her role as Val Clark...
Barbara Mason
Barbara Mason (born 9 August 1947, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania) is an American R&B/soul singer best known for her 1965 hit song, "Yes, I'm Ready".
Barbara Mason (born 9 August 1947, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania) is an American R&B/soul singer best known for her 1965 hit song, "Yes, I'm Ready".
Benjamin Franklin
Benjamin Franklin ( April 17, 1790) was one of the Founding Fathers of the United States.
Benjamin Franklin ( April 17, 1790) was one of the Founding Fathers of the United States.
Benny Golson
Benny Golson is an American bebop/hard bop jazz tenor saxophonist, composer, and arranger.
Benny Golson is an American bebop/hard bop jazz tenor saxophonist, composer, and arranger.
Bernard Wilson (singer)
Bernard Wilson was a second tenor and baritone R&B, funk and soul music vocalist, who was a member of Harold Melvin & the Blue Notes, and thus helped to define the “Sound of Philadelphia” in the...
Bernard Wilson was a second tenor and baritone R&B, funk and soul music vocalist, who was a member of Harold Melvin & the Blue Notes, and thus helped to define the “Sound of Philadelphia” in the...
Beryl Booker
Beryl Booker was a swing pianist of the 1950s.
Beryl Booker was a swing pianist of the 1950s.
Bianca Ryan
Bianca Taylor Ryan (born September 1, 1994) is an American singer and guitarist, who won the debut season of NBC's America's Got Talent at age 11.
Bianca Taylor Ryan (born September 1, 1994) is an American singer and guitarist, who won the debut season of NBC's America's Got Talent at age 11.
Bilal (American singer)
Bilal Sayeed Oliver (born August 23, 1979), better known by his stage name Bilal, is an American jazz/alternative hip hop singer-songwriter, musician and producer.
Bilal Sayeed Oliver (born August 23, 1979), better known by his stage name Bilal, is an American jazz/alternative hip hop singer-songwriter, musician and producer.
Billy Bean (musician)
William Fredrick "Billy" Bean is an American jazz guitarist from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
William Fredrick "Billy" Bean is an American jazz guitarist from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Billy Kyle
William Osborne "Billy" Kyle (July 14, 1914 - February 23, 1966) was an American jazz pianist.
William Osborne "Billy" Kyle (July 14, 1914 - February 23, 1966) was an American jazz pianist.
Bobby Durham (jazz musician)
Bobby Durham (February 3, 1937, in Philadelphia – July 6, 2008, in Genoa), was an American jazz drummer.
Bobby Durham (February 3, 1937, in Philadelphia – July 6, 2008, in Genoa), was an American jazz drummer.
Bobby Eli
Bobby Eli is a Grammy Award winning musician, arranger, composer and record producer from Philadelphia, USA. He is a founding member and lead guitarist of Philadelphia studio group MFSB.
Bobby Eli is a Grammy Award winning musician, arranger, composer and record producer from Philadelphia, USA. He is a founding member and lead guitarist of Philadelphia studio group MFSB.
Bobby Timmons
Robert Henry "Bobby" Timmons (December 19, 1935 – March 1, 1974) was an African American jazz pianist and composer.
Robert Henry "Bobby" Timmons (December 19, 1935 – March 1, 1974) was an African American jazz pianist and composer.
Bootsie Barnes
Robert "Bootsie" Barnes is an American jazz tenor saxophonist from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Robert "Bootsie" Barnes is an American jazz tenor saxophonist from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Brandi Wells
Brandi Wells (May 13, 1955 – March 25, 2003) was an American R&B singer from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Brandi Wells (May 13, 1955 – March 25, 2003) was an American R&B singer from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Brett Kull
Brett Kull (born July 6, 1966 in West Point, Pennsylvania) is an American rock and pop multi-instrumentalist, singer, songwriter, composer and record producer, best known for his work with the p...
Brett Kull (born July 6, 1966 in West Point, Pennsylvania) is an American rock and pop multi-instrumentalist, singer, songwriter, composer and record producer, best known for his work with the p...
Bunny Sigler
Walter "Bunny" Sigler (born on March 27, 1941 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania) is a pop and R&B songwriter and record producer who has done extensive work with the team of Kenny Gamble and Leon Hu...
Walter "Bunny" Sigler (born on March 27, 1941 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania) is a pop and R&B songwriter and record producer who has done extensive work with the team of Kenny Gamble and Leon Hu...
Calvin Jackson
Calvin Jackson (May 26, 1919, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania – December 9, 1985, Encinitas, California) was an American jazz pianist, composer, and bandleader.
Calvin Jackson (May 26, 1919, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania – December 9, 1985, Encinitas, California) was an American jazz pianist, composer, and bandleader.
Camille Zeckwer
Camille Zeckwer (1875–1924) was an American composer.
Camille Zeckwer (1875–1924) was an American composer.
Carol Lynn Maillard
Carol Lynn Maillard (born 1951) is an African American actress, singer and composer.
Carol Lynn Maillard (born 1951) is an African American actress, singer and composer.
Celestine Tate Harrington
Celestine Tate Harrington (1956 - Feb.
Celestine Tate Harrington (1956 - Feb.
Chalmers Alford
Chalmers Edward "Spanky" Alford was an American three time Grammy winning jazz guitarist.
Chalmers Edward "Spanky" Alford was an American three time Grammy winning jazz guitarist.
Charles Albert Tindley
Rev. Dr. Charles Albert Tindley (July 7, 1851, Berlin, Maryland, USA – July 26, 1933) was an American Methodist minister and gospel music composer.
Rev. Dr. Charles Albert Tindley (July 7, 1851, Berlin, Maryland, USA – July 26, 1933) was an American Methodist minister and gospel music composer.
Charles Earland
Charles Earland (24 May 1941 – 11 December 1999 ) was an American jazz composer, organist, and saxophonist in the soul jazz idiom.
Charles Earland (24 May 1941 – 11 December 1999 ) was an American jazz composer, organist, and saxophonist in the soul jazz idiom.
Charles Fambrough
Charles Fambrough (August 25, 1950January 1, 2011) was a Jazz bassist, composer and record producer from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Charles Fambrough (August 25, 1950January 1, 2011) was a Jazz bassist, composer and record producer from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Charlie Johnson (bandleader)
Charlie "Fess" Johnson (November 21, 1891, Philadelphia - December 13, 1959, New York City) was an American jazz bandleader and pianist.
Charlie "Fess" Johnson (November 21, 1891, Philadelphia - December 13, 1959, New York City) was an American jazz bandleader and pianist.
CHOPS
Chops(Also known as The Magnificent Butcher) is the stage name of Scott Jung, an Asian American hip hop producer, rapper and former member of the Asian American Hip-Hop group the Mou...
Chops(Also known as The Magnificent Butcher) is the stage name of Scott Jung, an Asian American hip hop producer, rapper and former member of the Asian American Hip-Hop group the Mou...
Christian Martucci
Christian Martucci (born June 5, 1977) is an American guitarist, bassist, vocalist and songwriter.
Christian Martucci (born June 5, 1977) is an American guitarist, bassist, vocalist and songwriter.
Christina Perri
Christina Judith Perri is an American singer-songwriter and musician from Philadelphia.
Christina Judith Perri is an American singer-songwriter and musician from Philadelphia.
Chuck Treece
Chuck "Chuck" Treece is a session musician and professional skateboarder from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Chuck "Chuck" Treece is a session musician and professional skateboarder from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Cindy Birdsong
Cynthia Ann "Cindy" Birdsong (born December 15, 1939), better known by her stage name, Cindy Birdsong, is an American singer, most famous for singing with the legendary soul groups Patti L...
Cynthia Ann "Cindy" Birdsong (born December 15, 1939), better known by her stage name, Cindy Birdsong, is an American singer, most famous for singing with the legendary soul groups Patti L...
Clara Ward
Clara Ward was an American gospel artist who achieved great success, both artistic and commercial, in the 1940s and 1950s as leader of The Famous Ward Singers.
Clara Ward was an American gospel artist who achieved great success, both artistic and commercial, in the 1940s and 1950s as leader of The Famous Ward Singers.
Claudine Clark
Claudine Clark is an American R&B musician, best known as the singer and composer of the 1962 hit "Party Lights", which reached #5 on the Billboard pop chart.
Claudine Clark is an American R&B musician, best known as the singer and composer of the 1962 hit "Party Lights", which reached #5 on the Billboard pop chart.
Clifford Brown
Clifford Brown (October 30, 1930 – June 26, 1956), aka "Brownie," was an influential and highly rated American jazz trumpeter.
Clifford Brown (October 30, 1930 – June 26, 1956), aka "Brownie," was an influential and highly rated American jazz trumpeter.
Clifford Thornton
Clifford Thornton was an American free jazz trumpeter and trombonist.
Clifford Thornton was an American free jazz trumpeter and trombonist.
Courtney Cox (musician)
Courtney Cox is a female American guitarist and member of the all-female tribute band The Iron Maidens.
Courtney Cox is a female American guitarist and member of the all-female tribute band The Iron Maidens.
Cynthia Cozette Lee
Cynthia Cozette Lee also known as Cynthia Cozette or Nazik Cynthia Cozette (born October 19, 1953 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania) is a contemporary African American classical music composer and lib...
Cynthia Cozette Lee also known as Cynthia Cozette or Nazik Cynthia Cozette (born October 19, 1953 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania) is a contemporary African American classical music composer and lib...
Da' T.R.U.T.H.
Emanuel Lee Lambert, Jr. is a Christian rapper who goes by the name, "Da' T.R.U.T.H.".
Emanuel Lee Lambert, Jr. is a Christian rapper who goes by the name, "Da' T.R.U.T.H.".
Daryl Hall
Daryl Hall is an American rock, R&B and soul singer, keyboardist, guitarist, songwriter and producer, best known as the co-founder and lead vocalist of Hall & Oates.
Daryl Hall is an American rock, R&B and soul singer, keyboardist, guitarist, songwriter and producer, best known as the co-founder and lead vocalist of Hall & Oates.
David Jack (entertainer)
David Jack is a Parents' Choice Award-winning composer and performer of children's music.
David Jack is a Parents' Choice Award-winning composer and performer of children's music.
David Newman (singer)
David Newman, also known as Durga Das, is a kirtan chant artist, sacred singer/songwriter, author and practitioner and teacher of Bhakti Yoga.
David Newman, also known as Durga Das, is a kirtan chant artist, sacred singer/songwriter, author and practitioner and teacher of Bhakti Yoga.
David Raksin
David Raksin was an American composer who was renowned for his work in film and television.
David Raksin was an American composer who was renowned for his work in film and television.
David Ricketts
David Ricketts (born February 15, 1954 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania) is an American musician and record producer.
David Ricketts (born February 15, 1954 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania) is an American musician and record producer.
David Uosikkinen
David Uosikkinen (born February 11, 1956 in Cheltenham, Pennsylvania, U.S.) is an American drummer and Internet content manager, best known for being a founding member of rock band The Hooters.
David Uosikkinen (born February 11, 1956 in Cheltenham, Pennsylvania, U.S.) is an American drummer and Internet content manager, best known for being a founding member of rock band The Hooters.
Dee Dee Sharp
Dee Dee Sharp is an American R&B singer, who began her career recording as a backing vocalist in 1961.
Dee Dee Sharp is an American R&B singer, who began her career recording as a backing vocalist in 1961.
Denny Dias
Denny Dias (born December 1946 in Philadelphia) is an American guitarist, most known for being a founding member of Steely Dan.
Denny Dias (born December 1946 in Philadelphia) is an American guitarist, most known for being a founding member of Steely Dan.
Derrick Hodge
Derrick Hodge (Born July 5, 1979 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania) is an American bassist, composer, and music producer.
Derrick Hodge (Born July 5, 1979 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania) is an American bassist, composer, and music producer.
Devo Springsteen
Devon Harris (born December 9, 1977 in Columbus, GA), better known as Devo Springsteen, is a Grammy Award winning producer and songwriter.
Devon Harris (born December 9, 1977 in Columbus, GA), better known as Devo Springsteen, is a Grammy Award winning producer and songwriter.
Dexter Wansel
Dexter Gilman Wansel is an American keyboardist, who was raised in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Dexter Gilman Wansel is an American keyboardist, who was raised in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
DJ Drama
Tyree Cinque Simmons (born April 22, 1978 in, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania) better known as DJ Drama is an American hip hop artist and the official DJ for Grand Hustle/Atlantic recording art...
Tyree Cinque Simmons (born April 22, 1978 in, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania) better known as DJ Drama is an American hip hop artist and the official DJ for Grand Hustle/Atlantic recording art...
Doc Cheatham
Adolphus Anthony Cheatham, better known as Doc Cheatham, was a jazz trumpeter, singer, and bandleader.
Adolphus Anthony Cheatham, better known as Doc Cheatham, was a jazz trumpeter, singer, and bandleader.
Donald Bailey (musician)
Donald "Duck" Bailey is an American jazz drummer.
Donald "Duck" Bailey is an American jazz drummer.
Donald Washington, Sr.
Donald Washington, Sr. was an American jazz tenor saxophonist.
Donald Washington, Sr. was an American jazz tenor saxophonist.
Drew Parsons (musician)
Drew "Mongo" Parsons (born October 12, 1974 in West Chester, Pennsylvania) is the bassist for the band American Hi-Fi.
Drew "Mongo" Parsons (born October 12, 1974 in West Chester, Pennsylvania) is the bassist for the band American Hi-Fi.
Dusolina Giannini
Dusolina Giannini (December 19, 1902, Philadelphia - June 29, 1986, Zurich) was an Italian-American soprano, particularly associated with the Italian repertory.
Dusolina Giannini (December 19, 1902, Philadelphia - June 29, 1986, Zurich) was an Italian-American soprano, particularly associated with the Italian repertory.
Earl Young (drummer)
Earl Young (born 1940, Philadelphia) is a Philadelphia-based drummer who rose to prominence in the early 1970s as part of the Philly Soul sound.
Earl Young (born 1940, Philadelphia) is a Philadelphia-based drummer who rose to prominence in the early 1970s as part of the Philly Soul sound.
Eddie Fisher (singer)
Edwin John "Eddie" Fisher (August 10, 1928 – September 22, 2010) was an American entertainer.
Edwin John "Eddie" Fisher (August 10, 1928 – September 22, 2010) was an American entertainer.
Eddie Lang
Eddie Lang (October 25, 1902 – March 26, 1933) was an American jazz guitarist, regarded as the Father of Jazz Guitar.
Eddie Lang (October 25, 1902 – March 26, 1933) was an American jazz guitarist, regarded as the Father of Jazz Guitar.
Eddie Layton
Edward M. "Eddie" Layton played the organ at old Yankee Stadium for 31 seasons, earning him membership in the New York Sports Hall of Fame.
Edward M. "Eddie" Layton played the organ at old Yankee Stadium for 31 seasons, earning him membership in the New York Sports Hall of Fame.
Edwin Pearce Christy
Edwin Pearce Christy (November 28, 1815 – May 21, 1862) was a US-American composer, singer, actor and stage producer.
Edwin Pearce Christy (November 28, 1815 – May 21, 1862) was a US-American composer, singer, actor and stage producer.
Elisa Fiorillo
Elisa Fiorillo (born 28 February 1969, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States) is an American singer.
Elisa Fiorillo (born 28 February 1969, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States) is an American singer.
Elizabeth Greenfield
Elizabeth Taylor Greenfield (1824–March 31, 1876), dubbed "The Black Swan", was an African American singer considered the best-known black concert artist of her time.
Elizabeth Taylor Greenfield (1824–March 31, 1876), dubbed "The Black Swan", was an African American singer considered the best-known black concert artist of her time.
Elliot Lawrence
Elliot Lawrence (born Elliott Lawrence Broza, February 14, 1925) is an American jazz pianist and bandleader.
Elliot Lawrence (born Elliott Lawrence Broza, February 14, 1925) is an American jazz pianist and bandleader.
Enrico Di Giuseppe
Enrico Di Giuseppe (October 14, 1932 – December 31, 2005) was a celebrated American operatic tenor who had an active performance career from the late 1950s through the 1990s.
Enrico Di Giuseppe (October 14, 1932 – December 31, 2005) was a celebrated American operatic tenor who had an active performance career from the late 1950s through the 1990s.
Eric Bazilian
Eric M. Bazilian (born July 21, 1953), is an American singer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, arranger and producer, best known for being a founding member of the rock band The Hooters.
Eric M. Bazilian (born July 21, 1953), is an American singer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, arranger and producer, best known for being a founding member of the rock band The Hooters.
Eric Gravatt
Eric Kamau Grávátt is a jazz drummer from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Eric Kamau Grávátt is a jazz drummer from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Eric Owens (bass-baritone)
Eric Owens (born July 11, 1970, Philadelphia) is an American operatic bass-baritone.
Eric Owens (born July 11, 1970, Philadelphia) is an American operatic bass-baritone.
Ernie Andrews
Ernie Andrews (born December 25, 1927, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania) is an American jazz, blues, and pop singer.
Ernie Andrews (born December 25, 1927, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania) is an American jazz, blues, and pop singer.
Essra Mohawk
Essra Mohawk (born Sandra Elayne Hurvitz on 23 April 1948) is an American singer-songwriter who has recorded a dozen albums, many receiving critical acclaim.
Essra Mohawk (born Sandra Elayne Hurvitz on 23 April 1948) is an American singer-songwriter who has recorded a dozen albums, many receiving critical acclaim.
Eugene Ormandy
Eugene Ormandy (November 18, 1899 – March 12, 1985) was a Hungarian-born conductor and violinist.
Eugene Ormandy (November 18, 1899 – March 12, 1985) was a Hungarian-born conductor and violinist.
Eve (entertainer)
Eve Jihan Jeffers (born November 10, 1978) is an American rapper-songwriter, record producer and actress.
Eve Jihan Jeffers (born November 10, 1978) is an American rapper-songwriter, record producer and actress.
F. Knuckles
Franklin Walker, better known by his stage name F. Knuckles, is the percussionist for the Hip-Hop Grammy Award winning band The Roots.
Franklin Walker, better known by his stage name F. Knuckles, is the percussionist for the Hip-Hop Grammy Award winning band The Roots.
Fayette Pinkney
Fayette Regina Pinkney was an American singer and one of the original members of musical group The Three Degrees.
Fayette Regina Pinkney was an American singer and one of the original members of musical group The Three Degrees.
Florence Quivar
Florence Quivar (b. March 3, 1944 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania) is an American operatic mezzo-soprano who is considered to be "one of the most prominent singers of her generation."
Florence Quivar (b. March 3, 1944 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania) is an American operatic mezzo-soprano who is considered to be "one of the most prominent singers of her generation."
Fran Smith, Jr.
Fran Smith, Jr. is a bass guitar player and vocalist from the Philadelphia, Pennsylvania area.
Fran Smith, Jr. is a bass guitar player and vocalist from the Philadelphia, Pennsylvania area.
Francis Hopkinson
Francis Hopkinson (September 21, 1737 – May 9, 1791), an American author, was one of the signers of the Declaration of Independence as a delegate from New Jersey.
Francis Hopkinson (September 21, 1737 – May 9, 1791), an American author, was one of the signers of the Declaration of Independence as a delegate from New Jersey.
Francis Johnson (composer)
Francis "Jack" Johnson (1792–1844) was an African American musician and prolific composer during the Antebellum period.
Francis "Jack" Johnson (1792–1844) was an African American musician and prolific composer during the Antebellum period.
Frankie Beverly
Frankie Beverly (born Howard Beverly, December 6, 1946, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania) is an American singer, musician, songwriter, and producer, known primarily for his recordings with the s...
Frankie Beverly (born Howard Beverly, December 6, 1946, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania) is an American singer, musician, songwriter, and producer, known primarily for his recordings with the s...
Franny Beecher
Francis "Franny" Beecher (b. September 29, 1921, Norristown, Pennsylvania), also known as Frank Beecher, was lead guitarist for Bill Haley & His Comets from 1954 to 1962, and is best remem...
Francis "Franny" Beecher (b. September 29, 1921, Norristown, Pennsylvania), also known as Frank Beecher, was lead guitarist for Bill Haley & His Comets from 1954 to 1962, and is best remem...
Fred Mascherino
Frederick Paul Mascherino is an Italian-American musician best known for his work as lead guitarist and co-lead vocalist in alternative rock band Taking Back Sunday.
Frederick Paul Mascherino is an Italian-American musician best known for his work as lead guitarist and co-lead vocalist in alternative rock band Taking Back Sunday.
Fritz Scheel
Johann Friedrich Ludwig “Fritz” Scheel (7 November 1852 – 13 March 1907) was a German conductor born in Fackenburg, Schleswig-Holstein.
Johann Friedrich Ludwig “Fritz” Scheel (7 November 1852 – 13 March 1907) was a German conductor born in Fackenburg, Schleswig-Holstein.
G. Love
Garrett Dutton (born October 3, 1972), better known as G. Love, is the frontman for the band G. Love & Special Sauce.
Garrett Dutton (born October 3, 1972), better known as G. Love, is the frontman for the band G. Love & Special Sauce.
Gail Ann Dorsey
Gail Ann Dorsey (born November 20, 1962) is an American musician considered one of the premier bass guitarists and vocalists within the alternative rock scene.
Gail Ann Dorsey (born November 20, 1962) is an American musician considered one of the premier bass guitarists and vocalists within the alternative rock scene.
Gamble and Huff
Kenneth Gamble and Leon A. Huff are an American songwriting and record production team who have written and produced over 170 gold and platinum records.
Kenneth Gamble and Leon A. Huff are an American songwriting and record production team who have written and produced over 170 gold and platinum records.
Gene McFadden
Gene McFadden (July 2, 1948 – January 27, 2006) was an American singer, songwriter, and record producer.
Gene McFadden (July 2, 1948 – January 27, 2006) was an American singer, songwriter, and record producer.
Gene Ween
Aaron Freeman, better known as Gene Ween, is an American musician and a founding member of the experimental alternative rock group Ween.
Aaron Freeman, better known as Gene Ween, is an American musician and a founding member of the experimental alternative rock group Ween.
George Brunner
George Brunner is an American composer and performer born in Philadelphia.
George Brunner is an American composer and performer born in Philadelphia.
George Brunner (composer)
George Brunner is an American composer and performer born in Philadelphia.
George Brunner is an American composer and performer born in Philadelphia.
George Howard (jazz)
George Howard (September 15, 1956 – March 20, 1998) was a Jazz-Funk/ Fusion /Smooth Jazz soprano saxophonist.
George Howard (September 15, 1956 – March 20, 1998) was a Jazz-Funk/ Fusion /Smooth Jazz soprano saxophonist.
George Stanford
George Stanford is a Philadelphia-based singer and songwriter who was signed to Mercury Records.
George Stanford is a Philadelphia-based singer and songwriter who was signed to Mercury Records.
George Tunnell
George "Bon Bon" Tunnell (June 29, 1912 - May 20, 1975) was an American vocalist.
George "Bon Bon" Tunnell (June 29, 1912 - May 20, 1975) was an American vocalist.
Gilbert Raynolds Combs
Gilbert Raynolds Combs was an American pianist, organist, and player of stringed instruments; a composer of music for orchestra, piano, voice, and violin; a teacher; and an orchestral and chorus...
Gilbert Raynolds Combs was an American pianist, organist, and player of stringed instruments; a composer of music for orchestra, piano, voice, and violin; a teacher; and an orchestral and chorus...
Gloria Mann
Gloria Mann was an American pop singer born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Gloria Mann was an American pop singer born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Gogi Grant
Gogi Grant (born September 20, 1924) is an American popular singer.
Gogi Grant (born September 20, 1924) is an American popular singer.
Gordon Bok
Gordon Bok (born October 31, 1939) is a folklorist and singer/songwriter who grew up in Camden, Maine.
Gordon Bok (born October 31, 1939) is a folklorist and singer/songwriter who grew up in Camden, Maine.
Hannah Sylvester
Hannah Sylvester was an African American blues singer who performed in the classic female blues style that was popular during the 1920s.
Hannah Sylvester was an African American blues singer who performed in the classic female blues style that was popular during the 1920s.
Harry Link
Harry Link, born Harry Linkey (January 25, 1896, Philadelphia - July 5, 1956, New York City) was an American songwriter.
Harry Link, born Harry Linkey (January 25, 1896, Philadelphia - July 5, 1956, New York City) was an American songwriter.
Herman Foster
Herman Foster (April 26, 1928 – April 3, 1999) was an American bebop jazz pianist.
Herman Foster (April 26, 1928 – April 3, 1999) was an American bebop jazz pianist.
Hershy Kay
Hershy Kay was an American composer, arranger, and orchestrator.
Hershy Kay was an American composer, arranger, and orchestrator.
Howard Lanin
Howard Lanin (1897 - 1991) was an American bandleader, one of the most successful in the Philadelphia, Pennsylvania area in the early 20th century.
Howard Lanin (1897 - 1991) was an American bandleader, one of the most successful in the Philadelphia, Pennsylvania area in the early 20th century.
Hub (bassist)
Leonard "Hub" Hubbard is a former band member of The Roots and played bass for the Philadelphia outfit from 1992 to 2007.
Leonard "Hub" Hubbard is a former band member of The Roots and played bass for the Philadelphia outfit from 1992 to 2007.
Hugh McDonald (musician)
Hugh John McDonald is a well known session musician, best known for being the current bassist in the American rock band Bon Jovi.
Hugh John McDonald is a well known session musician, best known for being the current bassist in the American rock band Bon Jovi.
J. R. Mitchell
James Roland "J. R." Mitchell was a jazz drummer and educator who sought to promote awareness of the African American music experience.
James Roland "J. R." Mitchell was a jazz drummer and educator who sought to promote awareness of the African American music experience.
J.R. Mitchell
J.R. (James Roland) Mitchell (April 13, 1937–January 25, 2004) was a jazz drummer and educator who sought to promote awareness of the African American music experience.
J.R. (James Roland) Mitchell (April 13, 1937–January 25, 2004) was a jazz drummer and educator who sought to promote awareness of the African American music experience.
Jack Ashford
Jack Ashford (born 1934 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania), known to his friends as Jashford, is an African-American musician, widely known as the percussionist for Motown Records' in-house Funk Bro...
Jack Ashford (born 1934 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania), known to his friends as Jashford, is an African-American musician, widely known as the percussionist for Motown Records' in-house Funk Bro...
Jaco Pastorius
John Francis Anthony Pastorius III (December 1, 1951 – September 21, 1987), known as Jaco Pastorius, was an American jazz musician and composer and electric bass player.
John Francis Anthony Pastorius III (December 1, 1951 – September 21, 1987), known as Jaco Pastorius, was an American jazz musician and composer and electric bass player.
Jamaaladeen Tacuma
Jamaaladeen Tacuma (born Rudy McDaniel, June 11, 1956) is an American free jazz bassist born in Hempstead, New York, perhaps best known for his albums as bandleader on the Gramavision labe...
Jamaaladeen Tacuma (born Rudy McDaniel, June 11, 1956) is an American free jazz bassist born in Hempstead, New York, perhaps best known for his albums as bandleader on the Gramavision labe...
James Darren
James William Ercolani, known by his stage name James Darren, is an American television and film actor, television director, and singer.
James William Ercolani, known by his stage name James Darren, is an American television and film actor, television director, and singer.
James Mtume
James Mtume is a jazz and R&B musician and a radio personality.
James Mtume is a jazz and R&B musician and a radio personality.
James Poyser
James Poyser is a multi-Grammy winning songwriter, musician and multi-platinum producer.
James Poyser is a multi-Grammy winning songwriter, musician and multi-platinum producer.
Jan Savitt
Jan Savitt (born Jacob Savetnick in Shumsk, Russia, September 4, 1907, died October 4, 1948 Sacramento, California) was an American bandleader, musical arranger, and violinist.
Jan Savitt (born Jacob Savetnick in Shumsk, Russia, September 4, 1907, died October 4, 1948 Sacramento, California) was an American bandleader, musical arranger, and violinist.
Jared Hasselhoff
Jared Victor Hennegan, better known by his stage name "Evil" Jared Hasselhoff is the bassist for the band The Bloodhound Gang.
Jared Victor Hennegan, better known by his stage name "Evil" Jared Hasselhoff is the bassist for the band The Bloodhound Gang.
Jazmine Sullivan
Jazmine Marie Sullivan (born April 9, 1987) is an American recording artist from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Jazmine Marie Sullivan (born April 9, 1987) is an American recording artist from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Jeanette MacDonald
Jeanette Anna MacDonald (June 18, 1903January 14, 1965) was an American singer and actress best remembered for her musical films of the 1930s with Maurice Chevalier (Love Me Tonight, The M...
Jeanette Anna MacDonald (June 18, 1903January 14, 1965) was an American singer and actress best remembered for her musical films of the 1930s with Maurice Chevalier (Love Me Tonight, The M...
Jeanne Behrend
Jeanne Behrend (11 May 1911 – 20 March 1988) was an American pianist, music educator, musicologist and composer.
Jeanne Behrend (11 May 1911 – 20 March 1988) was an American pianist, music educator, musicologist and composer.
Jeff Lorber
Jeff Lorber (born November 4, 1952 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania) is an American Grammy Award-nominated keyboardist, composer, and record producer.
Jeff Lorber (born November 4, 1952 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania) is an American Grammy Award-nominated keyboardist, composer, and record producer.
Jerry Ragovoy
Jordan "Jerry" Ragovoy (September 4, 1930 – July 13, 2011) was an American songwriter and record producer.
Jordan "Jerry" Ragovoy (September 4, 1930 – July 13, 2011) was an American songwriter and record producer.
Jerry Ricks
Jerry Ricks (May 22, 1940 – December 10, 2007) was an American blues guitarist.
Jerry Ricks (May 22, 1940 – December 10, 2007) was an American blues guitarist.
Jim Beanz
James David Washington, better known under his stage name Jim Beanz, is an American vocal producer, songwriter, musician, singer and record producer from Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, now work...
James David Washington, better known under his stage name Jim Beanz, is an American vocal producer, songwriter, musician, singer and record producer from Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, now work...
Jim Beard
James Arthur Beard is an American jazz pianist and keyboardist, contemporary instrumental composer, arranger and record producer.
James Arthur Beard is an American jazz pianist and keyboardist, contemporary instrumental composer, arranger and record producer.
Jim Boggia
Jim Boggia is a pop singer-songwriter based in Philadelphia where he has become a fixture in the local music scene.
Jim Boggia is a pop singer-songwriter based in Philadelphia where he has become a fixture in the local music scene.
Jim McGorman
Jim McGorman, a native of Philadelphia, is an American musician, songwriter/producer and multi- instrumentalist: guitarist, keyboardist, drummer and vocalist.
Jim McGorman, a native of Philadelphia, is an American musician, songwriter/producer and multi- instrumentalist: guitarist, keyboardist, drummer and vocalist.
Jimmy Amadie
Jimmy Amadie is a jazz musician from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Jimmy Amadie is a jazz musician from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Jimmy McGriff
James Harrell McGriff (April 3, 1936—May 24, 2008) was an American hard bop and soul-jazz organist and organ trio bandleader who developed a distinctive style of playing the Hammond B-3 organ.
James Harrell McGriff (April 3, 1936—May 24, 2008) was an American hard bop and soul-jazz organist and organ trio bandleader who developed a distinctive style of playing the Hammond B-3 organ.
Jimmy Pop
Jimmy Pop is an American musician, best known as the lead vocalist, rhythm guitarist, main songwriter, and founding member of the band Bloodhound Gang.
Jimmy Pop is an American musician, best known as the lead vocalist, rhythm guitarist, main songwriter, and founding member of the band Bloodhound Gang.
Jimmy Smith (musician)
Jimmy Smith was a jazz musician whose performances on the Hammond B-3 electric organ helped to popularize the instrument.
Jimmy Smith was a jazz musician whose performances on the Hammond B-3 electric organ helped to popularize the instrument.
Jimmy Woode
Jimmy Woode was a jazz bassist.
Jimmy Woode was a jazz bassist.
Joan Jett
Joan Jett is an American rock guitarist, singer, songwriter, producer and occasional actress., best known for her work with Joan Jett & the Blackhearts, including their hit cover "I Love Rock 'n...
Joan Jett is an American rock guitarist, singer, songwriter, producer and occasional actress., best known for her work with Joan Jett & the Blackhearts, including their hit cover "I Love Rock 'n...
Joan La Barbara
Joan La Barbara is an American vocalist and composer associated with contemporary music.
Joan La Barbara is an American vocalist and composer associated with contemporary music.
Joe Beck
Joe Beck (July 29, 1945 – July 22, 2008) was an American guitarist who had been notable in jazz for more than 30 years.
Joe Beck (July 29, 1945 – July 22, 2008) was an American guitarist who had been notable in jazz for more than 30 years.
Joe Chambers
Joe Chambers is an American jazz drummer, pianist, vibraphonist and composer.
Joe Chambers is an American jazz drummer, pianist, vibraphonist and composer.
Joe Venuti
Giuseppe Venuti, better known as Joe Venuti, was an Italian-American jazz musician and pioneer jazz violinist.
Giuseppe Venuti, better known as Joe Venuti, was an Italian-American jazz musician and pioneer jazz violinist.
Joe Wilder
Joe Wilder (born February 22, 1922 in Colwyn, Pennsylvania) is an American jazz trumpeter, bandleader, and composer.
Joe Wilder (born February 22, 1922 in Colwyn, Pennsylvania) is an American jazz trumpeter, bandleader, and composer.
Joey Corpus
Joey Corpus is a prominent violin teacher living in New York City.
Joey Corpus is a prominent violin teacher living in New York City.
Johannes Kelpius
Johannes Kelpius, a German Pietist, mystic, musician, and writer, interested in the occult, botany, and astronomy, came to believe with his followers in the "Society of the Woman in the Wilderne...
Johannes Kelpius, a German Pietist, mystic, musician, and writer, interested in the occult, botany, and astronomy, came to believe with his followers in the "Society of the Woman in the Wilderne...
John Adriano Acea
John Adriano Acea (September 11, 1917 – July 25, 1963) was an American jazz pianist.
John Adriano Acea (September 11, 1917 – July 25, 1963) was an American jazz pianist.
John Corabi
John Corabi (born on April 26, 1959 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania) is a heavy metal singer and guitarist who has worked with such bands as Angora, The Scream, Mötley Crüe, Union and ESP (both wi...
John Corabi (born on April 26, 1959 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania) is a heavy metal singer and guitarist who has worked with such bands as Angora, The Scream, Mötley Crüe, Union and ESP (both wi...
John Gilmore (musician)
John Gilmore was an American jazz tenor saxophone player best known for his long tenure as a member of Sun Ra's Arkestra.
John Gilmore was an American jazz tenor saxophone player best known for his long tenure as a member of Sun Ra's Arkestra.
John LaPorta
John LaPorta (13 April 1920–12 May 2004) was a Philadelphia-born jazz clarinetist and saxophonist.
John LaPorta (13 April 1920–12 May 2004) was a Philadelphia-born jazz clarinetist and saxophonist.
John Oates
John William Oates is an American rock, R&B and soul guitarist, musician, songwriter and producer best known as half of the rock and soul duo Hall & Oates.
John William Oates is an American rock, R&B and soul guitarist, musician, songwriter and producer best known as half of the rock and soul duo Hall & Oates.
John Whitehead (singer)
John Whitehead (July 10, 1949 – May 11, 2004) was an American singer, songwriter, and record producer.
John Whitehead (July 10, 1949 – May 11, 2004) was an American singer, songwriter, and record producer.
Joseph Tarsia
Philadelphia-based recording engineer Joe Tarsia's skills can be heard on a significant number of classic pop music tracks, earning him over 150 gold and platinum record awards.
Philadelphia-based recording engineer Joe Tarsia's skills can be heard on a significant number of classic pop music tracks, earning him over 150 gold and platinum record awards.
Justin Guarini
Justin Guarini is an American singer/songwriter and actor who rose to fame in 2002 as the first runner-up on the debut season of the television show American Idol.
Justin Guarini is an American singer/songwriter and actor who rose to fame in 2002 as the first runner-up on the debut season of the television show American Idol.
Jymie Merritt
Jymie Merritt (born 3 May 1926) is an American jazz double-bassist.
Jymie Merritt (born 3 May 1926) is an American jazz double-bassist.
Kalenna Harper
Kalenna Harper, better known mononymously as Kalenna, is an American singer-songwriter.
Kalenna Harper, better known mononymously as Kalenna, is an American singer-songwriter.
Kamal Gray
James "Kamal" Gray is the keyboardist with American hip hop group The Roots.
James "Kamal" Gray is the keyboardist with American hip hop group The Roots.
Karl Pohlig
Karl Pohlig (10 February 1864 – 17 June 1928) was a German conductor born in Teplitz, Bohemia, Austrian Empire.
Karl Pohlig (10 February 1864 – 17 June 1928) was a German conductor born in Teplitz, Bohemia, Austrian Empire.
Katie Crippen
Katie Crippen, also billed as Little Katie Crippen or Ella White, was an African American entertainer and singer.
Katie Crippen, also billed as Little Katie Crippen or Ella White, was an African American entertainer and singer.
Keith (singer)
Keith (born James Barry Keefer, May 17, 1949, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania) was an American vocalist.
Keith (born James Barry Keefer, May 17, 1949, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania) was an American vocalist.
Kevin Eubanks
Kevin Tyrone Eubanks is an American jazz guitarist and composer who was the leader of the Tonight Show Band with host Jay Leno from 1995 to 2010.
Kevin Tyrone Eubanks is an American jazz guitarist and composer who was the leader of the Tonight Show Band with host Jay Leno from 1995 to 2010.
Kevin McGillian
Kevin McGillian is an Irish traditional musician from Legfordrum in County Tyrone in Ireland.
Kevin McGillian is an Irish traditional musician from Legfordrum in County Tyrone in Ireland.
Kevin Michael
Kevin Michael is an American pop artist that was signed to Downtown Records in 2007, the same year he released his self-titled debut album.
Kevin Michael is an American pop artist that was signed to Downtown Records in 2007, the same year he released his self-titled debut album.
Kitty Kallen
Kitty Kallen is an American popular singer who performed with a number of big bands in the 1940s, and scored her biggest hit in 1954 with the song "Little Things Mean a Lot".
Kitty Kallen is an American popular singer who performed with a number of big bands in the 1940s, and scored her biggest hit in 1954 with the song "Little Things Mean a Lot".
Lady B
Wendy "Lady B" Clark is an American rapper from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Wendy "Lady B" Clark is an American rapper from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Larry Ferrari
Larry Ferrari, born Lazarus Louis Ferrari, was an American organist who hosted The Larry Ferrari Show from 1954 to 1997 on WPVI-TV in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA, a weekly Sunday m...
Larry Ferrari, born Lazarus Louis Ferrari, was an American organist who hosted The Larry Ferrari Show from 1954 to 1997 on WPVI-TV in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA, a weekly Sunday m...
Laura Shay
Laura Shay is a part-time independent singer-songwriter from Philadelphia.
Laura Shay is a part-time independent singer-songwriter from Philadelphia.
Lee Andrews & the Hearts
Lee Andrews & the Hearts was a doo-wop quintet from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania formed in 1953.
Lee Andrews & the Hearts was a doo-wop quintet from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania formed in 1953.
Lee Morgan
Edward Lee Morgan (July 10, 1938, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania – February 19, 1972, New York City) was an American hard bop trumpeter.
Edward Lee Morgan (July 10, 1938, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania – February 19, 1972, New York City) was an American hard bop trumpeter.
Lee Ving
Lee Ving is an American musician, most famous for his role as lead singer and rhythm guitarist for Los Angeles-based punk rock band Fear, and actor.
Lee Ving is an American musician, most famous for his role as lead singer and rhythm guitarist for Los Angeles-based punk rock band Fear, and actor.
Len Barry
Len Barry (born Leonard Borisoff, June 12, 1942, West Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States) is a retired American vocalist, songwriter and record producer.
Len Barry (born Leonard Borisoff, June 12, 1942, West Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States) is a retired American vocalist, songwriter and record producer.
Leon Bates (pianist)
Leon Bates also likes to divide his time and effort into a hobby other than music.
Leon Bates also likes to divide his time and effort into a hobby other than music.
Leonard MacClain
Leonard MacClain (September 8, 1899, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania – September 1967, Devault, Pennsylvania) was an American keyboardist and composer who was prominent as an organist in the Philadel...
Leonard MacClain (September 8, 1899, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania – September 1967, Devault, Pennsylvania) was an American keyboardist and composer who was prominent as an organist in the Philadel...
Lester Lanin
Lester Lanin (b. Nathaniel Lester Lanin, August 26, 1907, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania - d. Oct.
Lester Lanin (b. Nathaniel Lester Lanin, August 26, 1907, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania - d. Oct.
Lew Tabackin
Lew Tabackin (born March 26, 1940 in Philadelphia) is a jazz flautist and a tenor saxophonist.
Lew Tabackin (born March 26, 1940 in Philadelphia) is a jazz flautist and a tenor saxophonist.
Lewis Redner
Lewis Henry Redner (December 15, 1831, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania – August 29, 1908, Hotel Marlborough, Atlantic City, New Jersey) was an American musician, best known as the composer of the pop...
Lewis Henry Redner (December 15, 1831, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania – August 29, 1908, Hotel Marlborough, Atlantic City, New Jersey) was an American musician, best known as the composer of the pop...
Linda Creed
Linda Creed (December 6, 1949 – April 10, 1986) also known by her married name Linda Epstein, was an American singer-songwriter and lyricist who teamed up with songwriter-producer Thom Bel...
Linda Creed (December 6, 1949 – April 10, 1986) also known by her married name Linda Epstein, was an American singer-songwriter and lyricist who teamed up with songwriter-producer Thom Bel...
Lindsay Pagano
Lindsay Pagano (born June 22, 1986 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania) is an American singer who until 2003 was signed to Warner Brothers Records.
Lindsay Pagano (born June 22, 1986 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania) is an American singer who until 2003 was signed to Warner Brothers Records.
Lisa Roma
Lisa Roma (1892–1965) was an American soprano who toured in the United States with composer Maurice Ravel in 1928.
Lisa Roma (1892–1965) was an American soprano who toured in the United States with composer Maurice Ravel in 1928.
Lou Bennett
Lou Bennett (b. May 18, 1926, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania - d. February 10, 1997, Paris, France) was an American jazz organist.
Lou Bennett (b. May 18, 1926, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania - d. February 10, 1997, Paris, France) was an American jazz organist.
Lou Stein
Lou Stein (born April 22, 1922, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, died December 11, 2002) was an American jazz pianist.
Lou Stein (born April 22, 1922, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, died December 11, 2002) was an American jazz pianist.
Louis Karchin
Louis Karchin (born September 8, 1951), is an American composer, conductor and educator.
Louis Karchin (born September 8, 1951), is an American composer, conductor and educator.
Lydia Artymiw
Lydia Artymiw is an American concert pianist.
Lydia Artymiw is an American concert pianist.
Malik B.
Malik Abdul Basit is a hip-hop artist who was a member of The Roots from the early 1990s to their 2000-2001 tour.
Malik Abdul Basit is a hip-hop artist who was a member of The Roots from the early 1990s to their 2000-2001 tour.
Marc Nelson
Marc Nelson is an American singer.
Marc Nelson is an American singer.
Marian Anderson
Marian Anderson was an African-American contralto and one of the most celebrated singers of the twentieth century.
Marian Anderson was an African-American contralto and one of the most celebrated singers of the twentieth century.
Marilyn Crispell
Marilyn Crispell (born March 30, 1947 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania) is an American jazz pianist and composer.
Marilyn Crispell (born March 30, 1947 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania) is an American jazz pianist and composer.
Mario Lanza
Mario Lanza was an American tenor and Hollywood movie star of the late 1940s and the 1950s.
Mario Lanza was an American tenor and Hollywood movie star of the late 1940s and the 1950s.
Mark Andes
Mark Andes (born February 19, 1948) is an American musician, known for his work as a bassist with Canned Heat, Spirit, Jo Jo Gunne, Firefall, Heart, and Mirabal.
Mark Andes (born February 19, 1948) is an American musician, known for his work as a bassist with Canned Heat, Spirit, Jo Jo Gunne, Firefall, Heart, and Mirabal.
Mark Kramer (jazz pianist)
Mark Kramer (November 3, 1945- ) is a Philadelphia-born jazz pianist, composer, arranger, and producer/engineer.
Mark Kramer (November 3, 1945- ) is a Philadelphia-born jazz pianist, composer, arranger, and producer/engineer.
Martín Perna
Martin Perna is an educator, social entrepreneur, and multidisciplinary artist living in Austin, Texas.
Martin Perna is an educator, social entrepreneur, and multidisciplinary artist living in Austin, Texas.
Matisyahu
Matthew Paul Miller, better known by his Hebrew name and stage name Matisyahu, is an American reggae and alternative rock musician.
Matthew Paul Miller, better known by his Hebrew name and stage name Matisyahu, is an American reggae and alternative rock musician.
McCoy Tyner
McCoy Tyner is a jazz pianist from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, known for his work with the John Coltrane Quartet and a long solo career.
McCoy Tyner is a jazz pianist from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, known for his work with the John Coltrane Quartet and a long solo career.
Melinda Wagner
Melinda Wagner is a US composer, and winner of the 1999 Pulitzer Prize in music.
Melinda Wagner is a US composer, and winner of the 1999 Pulitzer Prize in music.
Melody Gardot
Melody Gardot is a Grammy-nominated American singer, writer and musician in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, though she considers herself a "citizen of the world".
Melody Gardot is a Grammy-nominated American singer, writer and musician in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, though she considers herself a "citizen of the world".
Michael Bacon (musician)
Michael Bacon (born 1949) is an American singer-songwriter, musician and film score composer.
Michael Bacon (born 1949) is an American singer-songwriter, musician and film score composer.
Michael Brecker
Michael Leonard Brecker (March 29, 1949 – January 13, 2007) was an American jazz saxophonist and composer.
Michael Leonard Brecker (March 29, 1949 – January 13, 2007) was an American jazz saxophonist and composer.
Michael McCary
Michael Sean McCary is an American R&B singer, best known as the former bass singer of the R&B group, Boyz II Men.
Michael Sean McCary is an American R&B singer, best known as the former bass singer of the R&B group, Boyz II Men.
Michael Philip Mossman
Michael Philip Mossman (born October 12, 1959, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania) is an American hard bop jazz trumpeter.
Michael Philip Mossman (born October 12, 1959, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania) is an American hard bop jazz trumpeter.
Mick Moloney
Michael "Mick" Moloney (b. November 15, 1944) is a traditional Irish musician and scholar.
Michael "Mick" Moloney (b. November 15, 1944) is a traditional Irish musician and scholar.
Mike Merritt (musician)
Michael Monroe "Mike" Merritt is an American bassist best known for playing with the Conan O'Brien house bands: The Max Weinberg 7 on Late Night with Conan O'Brien in New York, Max Weinberg ...
Michael Monroe "Mike" Merritt is an American bassist best known for playing with the Conan O'Brien house bands: The Max Weinberg 7 on Late Night with Conan O'Brien in New York, Max Weinberg ...
Mike Pedicin
Mike Pedicin (born 1917) is a Philadelphia-based jazz bandleader.
Mike Pedicin (born 1917) is a Philadelphia-based jazz bandleader.
Musiq Soulchild
Musiq Soulchild or Musiq is a American R&B/soul singer-songwriter whose style blends contemporary R&B, soul, funk, alternative, blues, jazz, some gospel influences and hip hop.
Musiq Soulchild or Musiq is a American R&B/soul singer-songwriter whose style blends contemporary R&B, soul, funk, alternative, blues, jazz, some gospel influences and hip hop.
Nathan Morris
Nathan Bartholomew Morris (born June 18, 1971) is an American singer and a founding member of Boyz II Men.
Nathan Bartholomew Morris (born June 18, 1971) is an American singer and a founding member of Boyz II Men.
Nick Falcon
Nick Falcon (born July 20, 1968) is an American musician best known as guitarist, composer, lyricist and singer of the band The Young Werewolves.
Nick Falcon (born July 20, 1968) is an American musician best known as guitarist, composer, lyricist and singer of the band The Young Werewolves.
Nick Perri
Nick Perri (born: Nicholas B. Perri) is a professional lead guitarist, songwriter, producer-engineer, and business owner.
Nick Perri (born: Nicholas B. Perri) is a professional lead guitarist, songwriter, producer-engineer, and business owner.
Nick Travis
Nick Travis (b. Nov. 16, 1925, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania - d. Oct.
Nick Travis (b. Nov. 16, 1925, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania - d. Oct.
Nona Hendryx
Nona Hendryx is an American vocalist, producer, songwriter, musician, author, and actress.
Nona Hendryx is an American vocalist, producer, songwriter, musician, author, and actress.
Norman Connors
Norman Connors is an American jazz drummer, composer, arranger, producer, and headliner, who has led some influential jazz and R&B groups.
Norman Connors is an American jazz drummer, composer, arranger, producer, and headliner, who has led some influential jazz and R&B groups.
Norman Harris
Norman Harris (October 14, 1947 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania – March 20, 1987 in Philadelphia) was an American guitarist, producer, arranger and songwriter associated with Philly soul.
Norman Harris (October 14, 1947 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania – March 20, 1987 in Philadelphia) was an American guitarist, producer, arranger and songwriter associated with Philly soul.
Pat Martino
Pat Martino is an Italian-American jazz guitarist and composer within the post bop, fusion, mainstream jazz, soul jazz and hard bop idioms.
Pat Martino is an Italian-American jazz guitarist and composer within the post bop, fusion, mainstream jazz, soul jazz and hard bop idioms.
Patti LaBelle
Patricia Louise Holte-Edwards, better known under the stage name, Patti LaBelle, is a Grammy Award winning American singer, author and actress who has spent over 50 years in the music industry.
Patricia Louise Holte-Edwards, better known under the stage name, Patti LaBelle, is a Grammy Award winning American singer, author and actress who has spent over 50 years in the music industry.
Paul Green (musician)
Paul Green (born July 9, 1972) is an American record producer, film producer, director, screenwriter, singer-songwriter, music teacher, entrepreneur, and philanthropist who founded School of Roc...
Paul Green (born July 9, 1972) is an American record producer, film producer, director, screenwriter, singer-songwriter, music teacher, entrepreneur, and philanthropist who founded School of Roc...
Paul Motian
Stephen Paul Motian was an American jazz drummer, percussionist and composer of Armenian extraction.
Stephen Paul Motian was an American jazz drummer, percussionist and composer of Armenian extraction.
Percy Heath
Percy Heath (April 30, 1923 – April 28, 2005) was an American jazz bassist, brother to tenor saxophonist Jimmy Heath and drummer Albert Heath, with whom he formed the Heath Brothers in 1975.
Percy Heath (April 30, 1923 – April 28, 2005) was an American jazz bassist, brother to tenor saxophonist Jimmy Heath and drummer Albert Heath, with whom he formed the Heath Brothers in 1975.
Phanatik
Brady Goodwin Jr. a.k.a. “Phanatik” is an author and Christian hip-hop artist who has recorded both independently and as a founding member of the two time Grammy nominated group The Cross ...
Brady Goodwin Jr. a.k.a. “Phanatik” is an author and Christian hip-hop artist who has recorded both independently and as a founding member of the two time Grammy nominated group The Cross ...
Phil Roy
Phil Roy (born 1959, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania) is an American musician, singer, and songwriter.
Phil Roy (born 1959, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania) is an American musician, singer, and songwriter.
Philly Joe Jones
Joseph Rudolph (Philly Joe) Jones (July 15, 1923 – August 30, 1985) was a Philadelphia-born American jazz drummer, known as the drummer for the Miles Davis Quintet.
Joseph Rudolph (Philly Joe) Jones (July 15, 1923 – August 30, 1985) was a Philadelphia-born American jazz drummer, known as the drummer for the Miles Davis Quintet.
Phyllis Hyman
Phyllis Linda Hyman was an American R&B and soul recording artist, songwriter and actress.
Phyllis Linda Hyman was an American R&B and soul recording artist, songwriter and actress.
Pink (singer)
Alecia Beth Moore (born September 8, 1979), better known by her stage name Pink (often stylized as P!nk), is an American singer-songwriter, musician and actress.
Alecia Beth Moore (born September 8, 1979), better known by her stage name Pink (often stylized as P!nk), is an American singer-songwriter, musician and actress.
Preston Ware Orem
Preston Ware Orem (1865 – May 26, 1938) was an American composer, pianist, and writer on music.
Preston Ware Orem (1865 – May 26, 1938) was an American composer, pianist, and writer on music.
Princess Superstar
Concetta Kirschner, better known as Princess Superstar is an American rapper and DJ.
Concetta Kirschner, better known as Princess Superstar is an American rapper and DJ.
Questlove
Ahmir Khalib Thompson known professionally as ?uestlove or Questlove, is an American drummer, DJ, music journalist and record producer.
Ahmir Khalib Thompson known professionally as ?uestlove or Questlove, is an American drummer, DJ, music journalist and record producer.
Randy Brecker
Randal "Randy" Brecker (b. Cheltenham, Pennsylvania, November 27, 1945) is an American trumpeter and flugelhornist.
Randal "Randy" Brecker (b. Cheltenham, Pennsylvania, November 27, 1945) is an American trumpeter and flugelhornist.
Ray Bryant
Raphael Homer "Ray" Bryant (December 24, 1931 – June 2, 2011) was an American Jazz pianist and composer.
Raphael Homer "Ray" Bryant (December 24, 1931 – June 2, 2011) was an American Jazz pianist and composer.
Ray Ellis
Ray Ellis (July 28, 1923 – October 27, 2008) was an American record producer, arranger and conductor.
Ray Ellis (July 28, 1923 – October 27, 2008) was an American record producer, arranger and conductor.
Raymond Louis Kennedy
Raymond (Ray) Louis Kennedy (born November 26, 1946 in Philadelphia, PA) is a singer, songwriter, musician and record producer based in Los Angeles, California.
Raymond (Ray) Louis Kennedy (born November 26, 1946 in Philadelphia, PA) is a singer, songwriter, musician and record producer based in Los Angeles, California.
Raynor Taylor
Raynor Taylor (1747-17 Aug 1825) was an English organist, music teacher, composer, and singer who lived and worked in the United States after emigrating in 1792.
Raynor Taylor (1747-17 Aug 1825) was an English organist, music teacher, composer, and singer who lived and worked in the United States after emigrating in 1792.
Ready Rock C
Clarence Holmes, better known as Ready Rock C, is an American Hip hop record producer, beatboxer, rapper, and a record producer.
Clarence Holmes, better known as Ready Rock C, is an American Hip hop record producer, beatboxer, rapper, and a record producer.
Red Rodney
Robert Roland Chudnick, who performed by the stage name Red Rodney, was an American bop and hard bop trumpeter.
Robert Roland Chudnick, who performed by the stage name Red Rodney, was an American bop and hard bop trumpeter.
Reggie Workman
Reginald "Reggie" Workman (born June 26, 1937 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania) is an American avant-garde jazz and hard bop double bassist, recognized for his work with both John Coltrane and Art ...
Reginald "Reggie" Workman (born June 26, 1937 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania) is an American avant-garde jazz and hard bop double bassist, recognized for his work with both John Coltrane and Art ...
Res (singer)
Shareese Renée Ballard, better known by her stage name Res, is a female singer from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Shareese Renée Ballard, better known by her stage name Res, is a female singer from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Rex Stewart
Rex Stewart was an American jazz cornetist best known for his work with the Duke Ellington orchestra.
Rex Stewart was an American jazz cornetist best known for his work with the Duke Ellington orchestra.
Richard Zeckwer
Richard Zeckwer (April 30, 1850 – December 31, 1922) was a composer and music teacher.
Richard Zeckwer (April 30, 1850 – December 31, 1922) was a composer and music teacher.
Richie Kamuca
Richie Kamuca (July 23, 1930–July 22, 1977), was an American jazz tenor saxophonist born in Philadelphia.
Richie Kamuca (July 23, 1930–July 22, 1977), was an American jazz tenor saxophonist born in Philadelphia.
RJD2
RJD2 (born Ramble John "RJ" Krohn on May 27, 1976) is an American music producer, singer and musician.
RJD2 (born Ramble John "RJ" Krohn on May 27, 1976) is an American music producer, singer and musician.
Robbie Tronco
Robbie Tronco is a DJ from the Philadelphia, Pennsylvania area.
Robbie Tronco is a DJ from the Philadelphia, Pennsylvania area.
Robert Conti
Robert Conti (born November 21, 1945) is an American hard bop jazz guitarist.
Robert Conti (born November 21, 1945) is an American hard bop jazz guitarist.
Robert Hazard
Robert Hazard (born Robert Rimato, (August 21, 1948 – August 5, 2008), was a Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, musician, probably best known for composing and recording the song "Girl...
Robert Hazard (born Robert Rimato, (August 21, 1948 – August 5, 2008), was a Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, musician, probably best known for composing and recording the song "Girl...
Robin Eubanks
Robin Eubanks (b. October 25, 1955 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania) is an American jazz and jazz fusion slide trombonist, the brother of guitarist Kevin Eubanks and trumpeter Duane Eubanks.
Robin Eubanks (b. October 25, 1955 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania) is an American jazz and jazz fusion slide trombonist, the brother of guitarist Kevin Eubanks and trumpeter Duane Eubanks.
Ron Kersey
Tyrone Garfield "Ron (Have Mercy)" Kersey (April 7, 1949 – January 25, 2005) was an American keyboardist, songwriter, producer and arranger most known for writing the music to "Disco Inferno" by...
Tyrone Garfield "Ron (Have Mercy)" Kersey (April 7, 1949 – January 25, 2005) was an American keyboardist, songwriter, producer and arranger most known for writing the music to "Disco Inferno" by...
Rosetta Hightower
Rosetta Hightower (born June 23, 1944 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania) is an American singer,and the former lead singer of the 1960s girl group The Orlons.
Rosetta Hightower (born June 23, 1944 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania) is an American singer,and the former lead singer of the 1960s girl group The Orlons.
Russell Thompkins, Jr.
Russell Allen Thompkins, Jr. (born March 21, 1951) is an American soul singer.
Russell Allen Thompkins, Jr. (born March 21, 1951) is an American soul singer.
Sam Dockery
Sam Dockery was a hard bop pianist and well-respected musician on the Philadelphia jazz scene since the early 1950s.
Sam Dockery was a hard bop pianist and well-respected musician on the Philadelphia jazz scene since the early 1950s.
Sam Fogarino
Samuel Joseph Fogarino (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, August 9, 1968) is the drummer of New York City-based band Interpol.
Samuel Joseph Fogarino (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, August 9, 1968) is the drummer of New York City-based band Interpol.
Santigold
Santi White, better known by her stage name Santigold, is an American songwriter, producer, and pop singer.
Santi White, better known by her stage name Santigold, is an American songwriter, producer, and pop singer.
Scott Sorry
Scott Sorry (born on October 30, 1978 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania) is an American musician best known as the bass player for The Wildhearts.
Scott Sorry (born on October 30, 1978 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania) is an American musician best known as the bass player for The Wildhearts.
Scott Storch
Scott Storch is an American record producer.
Scott Storch is an American record producer.
Sean Costello
Sean Costello (April 16, 1979 – April 15, 2008) was an American blues musician, renowned for his fiery guitar playing and soulful singing.
Sean Costello (April 16, 1979 – April 15, 2008) was an American blues musician, renowned for his fiery guitar playing and soulful singing.
Shawn Stockman
Shawn Patrick Stockman is an American R&B singer, best known as a member of the vocal group Boyz II Men.
Shawn Patrick Stockman is an American R&B singer, best known as a member of the vocal group Boyz II Men.
Sheila Ferguson
Sheila Ferguson (born October 8, 1947, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania) is an American singer, and was one of the longest serving singers of 1970s American female soul music group The Three Degrees.
Sheila Ferguson (born October 8, 1947, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania) is an American singer, and was one of the longest serving singers of 1970s American female soul music group The Three Degrees.
Shep Shepherd
Berisford "Shep" Shepherd (Jan 19, 1917 - ) is an American jazz musician.
Berisford "Shep" Shepherd (Jan 19, 1917 - ) is an American jazz musician.
Shortyo
Richard Hentosh, better known by his stage name, Shortyo, is an American hip hop artist and businessman.
Richard Hentosh, better known by his stage name, Shortyo, is an American hip hop artist and businessman.
Solomon Burke
Solomon Burke (March 21, 1940 – October 10, 2010) was an American singer-songwriter, entrepreneur, mortician, and an archbishop of the United House of Prayer For All People.
Solomon Burke (March 21, 1940 – October 10, 2010) was an American singer-songwriter, entrepreneur, mortician, and an archbishop of the United House of Prayer For All People.
Sonny Dae and His Knights
Sonny Dae and His Knights were an American vocal and instrumental group in the early 1950s.
Sonny Dae and His Knights were an American vocal and instrumental group in the early 1950s.
Spanky DeBrest
Jimmy "Spanky" DeBrest (April 24, 1937, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania – 1973) was an American jazz bassist.
Jimmy "Spanky" DeBrest (April 24, 1937, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania – 1973) was an American jazz bassist.
Specs Wright
Charles "Specs" Wright (September 8, 1927 - February 6, 1963) was an American jazz drummer born in Philadelphia.
Charles "Specs" Wright (September 8, 1927 - February 6, 1963) was an American jazz drummer born in Philadelphia.
Stanley Clarke
Stanley Clarke (born June 30, 1951 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania) is an American jazz musician and composer known for his innovative and influential work on double bass and electric bass as well...
Stanley Clarke (born June 30, 1951 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania) is an American jazz musician and composer known for his innovative and influential work on double bass and electric bass as well...
Stephen Costello (tenor)
Stephen Costello is an American operatic tenor and a recipient of the 2009 Richard Tucker Award.
Stephen Costello is an American operatic tenor and a recipient of the 2009 Richard Tucker Award.
Stephen Tirpak
Stephen Tirpak is a musician, composer, arranger and performer from the Philadelphia area.
Stephen Tirpak is a musician, composer, arranger and performer from the Philadelphia area.
Steve Berlin
Steve Berlin is an American saxophonist, keyboardist and record producer, best known as a member of the rock group Los Lobos and, before that, Top Jimmy & The Rhythm Pigs, The Blasters, and The ...
Steve Berlin is an American saxophonist, keyboardist and record producer, best known as a member of the rock group Los Lobos and, before that, Top Jimmy & The Rhythm Pigs, The Blasters, and The ...
Sun Ra
Sun Ra was a prolific jazz composer, bandleader, piano and synthesizer player, poet and philosopher known for his "cosmic philosophy," musical compositions and performances.
Sun Ra was a prolific jazz composer, bandleader, piano and synthesizer player, poet and philosopher known for his "cosmic philosophy," musical compositions and performances.
Sunny Murray
James Marcellus Arthur "Sunny" Murray is one of the pioneers of the free jazz style of drumming.
James Marcellus Arthur "Sunny" Murray is one of the pioneers of the free jazz style of drumming.
T'Melle
T'Melle is an (born August 19) is an American R&B and Hip-hop, singer, Dancer, and songwriter.
T'Melle is an (born August 19) is an American R&B and Hip-hop, singer, Dancer, and songwriter.
Tammi Terrell
Thomasina Winifred Montgomery, known as Tammi Terrell was an American recording artist and songwriter most notable for her association with Motown Records and her duets with Marvin Gaye.
Thomasina Winifred Montgomery, known as Tammi Terrell was an American recording artist and songwriter most notable for her association with Motown Records and her duets with Marvin Gaye.
Tav Falco
Tav Falco is an American-born musical performer, performance artist, actor, filmmaker, and photographer.
Tav Falco is an American-born musical performer, performance artist, actor, filmmaker, and photographer.
Teddy McRae
Teddy McRae (January 22, 1908 – March 4, 1999) was an American jazz tenor saxophonist and arranger.
Teddy McRae (January 22, 1908 – March 4, 1999) was an American jazz tenor saxophonist and arranger.
Teddy Pendergrass
Theodore DeReese "Teddy" Pendergrass (March 26, 1950 – January 13, 2010) was an American R&B/soul singer and songwriter.
Theodore DeReese "Teddy" Pendergrass (March 26, 1950 – January 13, 2010) was an American R&B/soul singer and songwriter.
Terell Stafford
Terell Stafford is a professional jazz trumpet player and current Director of Jazz Studies at Temple University.
Terell Stafford is a professional jazz trumpet player and current Director of Jazz Studies at Temple University.
The Ambassador (William Branch)
William “Duce” Branch a.k.a. “The Ambassador” or “Ambassador” is a Christian hip-hop artist who has recorded both independently and as a founding member of the group The Cross Movement.
William “Duce” Branch a.k.a. “The Ambassador” or “Ambassador” is a Christian hip-hop artist who has recorded both independently and as a founding member of the group The Cross Movement.
The Urxed
The Urxed is the solo music and visual art project of High Places member Robert Barber, from Los Angeles CA. He has used the name The Urxed for various projects since he was a youth.
The Urxed is the solo music and visual art project of High Places member Robert Barber, from Los Angeles CA. He has used the name The Urxed for various projects since he was a youth.
Thom Bell
Thomas Randolph "Thom" Bell is an American songwriter and producer, best known as one of the creators of the Philadelphia style of soul music in the 1970s.
Thomas Randolph "Thom" Bell is an American songwriter and producer, best known as one of the creators of the Philadelphia style of soul music in the 1970s.
Todd Rundgren
Todd Harry Rundgren is an American multi-instrumentalist, songwriter and record producer.
Todd Harry Rundgren is an American multi-instrumentalist, songwriter and record producer.
Tom Glazer
Thomas Zachariah "Tom" Glazer (September 3, 1914 – February 21, 2003) was an American folk singer and songwriter known primarily as a composer of ballads, including: "Because All Men Are Brother...
Thomas Zachariah "Tom" Glazer (September 3, 1914 – February 21, 2003) was an American folk singer and songwriter known primarily as a composer of ballads, including: "Because All Men Are Brother...
Tommy Bryant
Tommy Bryant (May 21, 1930 – January 3, 1982) was an American jazz double-bassist.
Tommy Bryant (May 21, 1930 – January 3, 1982) was an American jazz double-bassist.
Tone Trump
Abdul Sallam, better known by his stage name Tone Trump, is a Philadelphia-born Muslim rapper.
Abdul Sallam, better known by his stage name Tone Trump, is a Philadelphia-born Muslim rapper.
Toni Basil
Antonia Christina Basilotta (born September 22, 1943, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania), better known by her stage name Toni Basil, is an American singer-songwriter, actress, filmmaker, film di...
Antonia Christina Basilotta (born September 22, 1943, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania), better known by her stage name Toni Basil, is an American singer-songwriter, actress, filmmaker, film di...
Trip Lee
William Lee Barefield III, better known by his stage name, "Trip Lee", is an American Christian rapper who is signed to Reach Records and has recorded both independently and as a founding ...
William Lee Barefield III, better known by his stage name, "Trip Lee", is an American Christian rapper who is signed to Reach Records and has recorded both independently and as a founding ...
Trudy Pitts
Gertrude E. "Trudy" Pitts was an American soul jazz keyboardist from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Gertrude E. "Trudy" Pitts was an American soul jazz keyboardist from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Uri Caine
Uri Caine (born June 8, 1956 in Philadelphia) is an American classical and jazz pianist and composer.
Uri Caine (born June 8, 1956 in Philadelphia) is an American classical and jazz pianist and composer.
Victor Bailey
Victor Bailey (born March 27, 1960 in Philadelphia) is an American bass guitar player.
Victor Bailey (born March 27, 1960 in Philadelphia) is an American bass guitar player.
Victor Bailey (musician)
Victor Bailey (born March 27, 1960 in Philadelphia) is an American bass guitar player.
Victor Bailey (born March 27, 1960 in Philadelphia) is an American bass guitar player.
Vikter Duplaix
Vikter Duplaix, is a singer-songwriter, producer, multi-instrumentalist, and DJ. Duplaix has traditional soul singer’s beginnings – being raised in both Philadelphia and Augusta, Georgia singing...
Vikter Duplaix, is a singer-songwriter, producer, multi-instrumentalist, and DJ. Duplaix has traditional soul singer’s beginnings – being raised in both Philadelphia and Augusta, Georgia singing...
Vincent Montana, Jr.
Vincent Montana, Jr. (born February 12, 1928) is an American composer, arranger, and percussionist, most known as a member of MFSB and as the founder of the Salsoul Orchestra.
Vincent Montana, Jr. (born February 12, 1928) is an American composer, arranger, and percussionist, most known as a member of MFSB and as the founder of the Salsoul Orchestra.
Vittorio Giannini
Vittorio Giannini (October 19, 1903, Philadelphia – November 28, 1966, New York City) was a neoromantic American composer of operas, songs, symphonies, and band works.
Vittorio Giannini (October 19, 1903, Philadelphia – November 28, 1966, New York City) was a neoromantic American composer of operas, songs, symphonies, and band works.
Walt Dickerson
Walter Roland Dickerson (born April 16, 1931 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania - died May 15, 2008) was an American jazz vibraphone player, most associated with post-bop.
Walter Roland Dickerson (born April 16, 1931 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania - died May 15, 2008) was an American jazz vibraphone player, most associated with post-bop.
Wanya Morris
Wanyá Jermaine Morris (born July 29, 1973) is an American R&B singer, best known as a member of the R&B group Boyz II Men.
Wanyá Jermaine Morris (born July 29, 1973) is an American R&B singer, best known as a member of the R&B group Boyz II Men.
Warren Covington
Warren Covington (August 7, 1921 – August 24, 1999) was an American Big Band trombonist.
Warren Covington (August 7, 1921 – August 24, 1999) was an American Big Band trombonist.
Wilbur Evans
Wilbur "Wib" Evans was an American actor and singer who performed on the radio, in opera, on Broadway, in films, and in early live television.
Wilbur "Wib" Evans was an American actor and singer who performed on the radio, in opera, on Broadway, in films, and in early live television.
Wilbur Ware
Wilbur Ware (September 8, 1923 – September 9, 1979) was an American jazz double-bassist known for his hard bop percussive style.
Wilbur Ware (September 8, 1923 – September 9, 1979) was an American jazz double-bassist known for his hard bop percussive style.
William Gilchrist
William Wallace Gilchrist was an American composer and a major figure in nineteenth century music of Philadelphia.
William Wallace Gilchrist was an American composer and a major figure in nineteenth century music of Philadelphia.
William Henry Fry
William Henry Fry (August 10, 1813 – December 21, 1864) was a pioneering American composer, music critic, and journalist.
William Henry Fry (August 10, 1813 – December 21, 1864) was a pioneering American composer, music critic, and journalist.
Willie Alexander
Willie "Loco" Alexander (born 13 January 1943 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania) is an American singer and keyboard player based in Gloucester, Massachusetts.
Willie "Loco" Alexander (born 13 January 1943 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania) is an American singer and keyboard player based in Gloucester, Massachusetts.
Willie Dennis
Willie Dennis (née William DeBerardinis, January 10, 1926, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania – July 8, 1965, New York City) was an American jazz trombonist known as a big band musician but ...
Willie Dennis (née William DeBerardinis, January 10, 1926, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania – July 8, 1965, New York City) was an American jazz trombonist known as a big band musician but ...
Yameen
Yameen is a hiphop producer from Philadelphia, PA. His most recent work, "Never Knows Encore" was released on February 10, 2010 on Rumble pack Records.
Yameen is a hiphop producer from Philadelphia, PA. His most recent work, "Never Knows Encore" was released on February 10, 2010 on Rumble pack Records.
Ziggy Elman
Harry Aaron Finkelman (May 26, 1914 – June 26, 1968), better known by the stage name Ziggy Elman, was an American jazz trumpeter most associated with Benny Goodman, though he also led his ...
Harry Aaron Finkelman (May 26, 1914 – June 26, 1968), better known by the stage name Ziggy Elman, was an American jazz trumpeter most associated with Benny Goodman, though he also led his ...