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Quincy Jones: A Chicago Legend
Remembering music icon Quincy Jones and his lasting impact on Chicago and the music industry.
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- What is Quincy Jones known for?
- Quincy Jones, a legendary music producer from Chicago's South Side, passed away at age 91.
- What was one of Quincy Jones's later projects?
- In his later years, Jones remained active, collaborating with artists like Jennifer Hudson and Chance the Rapper to reopen the Ramova Theater in Chicago.
- What are some of Quincy Jones' notable achievements?
- He is remembered for his ability to connect people in the music industry and for his contributions to projects like Michael Jackson's "Thriller" and "We Are the World."
- How long was Quincy Jones' career in the music industry?
- Jones' career spanned seven decades, and he was a bandleader, arranger, composer, producer, and 27-time Grammy winner.
- Where did Quincy Jones grow up, and how did it influence him?
- Growing up in Chicago's Bronzeville neighborhood, Jones' early exposure to music shaped his career, even though he initially considered joining a gang.