Big Jay McNeely

Saxophonist

Birthday April 29, 1927

Birth Sign Taurus

Birthplace California

DEATH DATE Sep 16, 2018 (91)

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About

R&B Hall of Famer known for his raucous stage antics and helped popularize "honking." He has made many appearances at the International Boogie Woogie Festival.

Before Fame

He made his first recordings with his brother and with drummer Johnny Otis.

Trivia

He quit the music industry in 1971 to become a postman.

Family Life

His older brother Robert played baritone saxophone.

Associated With

He and saxophonist Dave Koz are both from California.