Ornette Coleman dies aged 85 2015-06-11 by DrJohn | 16 Comments | Born on March 9, 1930, Randolph Denard Ornette Coleman was one of the most unique and innovative musicians of the 20th century. Showcasing a preference for the alto sax he pioneered the free & avant-garde jazz movement of the '60s. In 2012, his groundbreaking release The Shape of Jazz to Come was added by the Library of Congress to the National Recording Registry. He died on June 11, 2015, in Manhattan.
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Just saw this. God damn, I just bought The Shape of Jazz last year.
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RIP sad news 
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Free Jazz was the first jazz record i ever heard.
RIP
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This is a damn shame. One of the best innovators and artists of all time. RIP
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RIP
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damn, christopher lee and ornette coleman both announced within a day. RIP
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Ah shit. lived a great life though
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Rest in peace.
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True legend.
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RIP
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Wow, RIP
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woa fuck
rip
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terrible news, he was truly one of the greats. rest in peace
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RIP
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RIP
A great inspiration, for sure.
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RIP.
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