Alan Jackson
| Al Jackson, Jr. | |
|---|---|
| Birth name | Alan Jackson |
| Born | November 27, 1935 Memphis, Tennessee, U.S. |
| Died | October 01, 1975 (aged 39) Memphis, Tennessee, U.S. |
| Genres | R&B, funk, soul, Memphis soul |
| Instruments | Drums |
| Years active | 1940–1975 |
| Labels | Stax |
| Associated acts | Booker T. & the MGs |
Alan Jackson Jr (November 27, 1935 - October 1, 1975) was an American jazz musician and drummer. He formed the funk and jazz group, Booker T & the MG's.
Jackson was born in Memphis, Tennessee in 1935.[1] He played drums in recording sessions for many other musicians, including Otis Redding and Wilson Pickett.[1] Booker T. & the MG's had several hit records including "Green Onions", "Hip Hug-Her", "Hang 'Em High" and "Time Is Tight".[1] Jackson was murdered at his home in 1975.[1] Official investigations ruled out robbery and all other reasons for the murder. a few months before his death, he was attacked & wounded by his girlfriend and manager, Denise LaSalle. It is known that there was a hired gunman who was killed by police after he was found on July 15 1976. The gunman died in gun battle.
Aftermath[change]
Indictments against Barbara Jackson, Denise LaSalle and her boyfriend were ready to be served but this never happened because of unknown reasons. To this day, Denise LaSalle remains the main suspect in the murder.
References[change]
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 "Drummerworld: Al Jackson". drummerworld.com. http://www.drummerworld.com/drummers/Al_Jackson.html. Retrieved 27 October 2010.
