Jack Dejohnette

Drummer

Birthday August 9, 1942

Birth Sign Leo

Birthplace Chicago, IL

DEATH DATE Oct 26, 2025 (83)

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About

Jazz fusion drummer, pianist, and bandleader who famously worked with jazz greats like Miles DavisBill Evans, and Herbie Hancock. In 2017, he released his final album as band leader, Hudson. 

Before Fame

He started playing piano when he was four years old, which led him to discover the drums. One of his first big gigs was in the early 1960s. 

Trivia

He was nominated for a Grammy Award in 2008. Throughout his career, he was nominated for 8 Grammys and won 2 of them. 

Family Life

His uncle Roy inspired him to pursue a music career. 

Associated With

He has performed with John Coltrane