Arthur Rhames

Guitarist

Birthday October 25, 1957

Birth Sign Scorpio

Birthplace New York

DEATH DATE Dec 27, 1989 (32)

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About

New York avant-garde jazz guitarist who played tenor saxophone and piano, among other instruments.

Before Fame

He played in a jazz trio called Eternity.

Trivia

He was at his music height when his life was cut short by AIDS.

Family Life

He grew up around Brooklyn in the center of the jazz scene.

Associated With

Guitarist Bill Frisell described Rhames' style as "overwhelming," saying "I've never seen the guitar played that way."