Sonny Rollins (1930-2026)

You'll Hear It - Music Advice by Peter Martin

May 29, 202649:59Music

Sonny Rollins passed away this week at 95. Jazz pianists Peter and Adam are listening through the recordings that defined his career and made him one of the most influential musicians in jazz history. From his earliest b...

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