The music world is in mourning. Quincy Jones, one of the most beloved and recognized producers in music history, has died at the age of 91. As confirmed by his representative, Arnold Robinson, the artist died last Sunday at his home in Los Angeles, surrounded by his family. Far from everything remaining there, those around him made the firm decision to issue a press release confirming the tragic news of the passing of the historic and renowned music producer: “Tonight, with full but broken hearts, we must share the news of the passing of our father and brother Quincy Jones”. As if that wasn’t enough, they didn’t hesitate for a single second to take the opportunity to add something else: “And while this represents an incredible loss for our family, we celebrate the beautiful life he lived and know there will never be another like him.”.
As it could not be otherwise, it is a fact that his loss was a big blow for music lovers, especially those who adore the pop genre. After all, He was the producer of many songs and a large number of albums that marked a before and after in the global music industry.. So much so that he managed to be nominated up to 80 times for the Grammy Awards, thus having a superb track record. After all, no one has won more nominations than him in these legendary and renowned awards. This is something to emphasize and above all very difficult to overcome! As if that were not enough, it should be mentioned that Quincy has marked a before and after professionally, among other things, because he was the producer of albums that went down in history, like outside the wall (1979), Thriller (1982) and Bad (1987) by Michael Jackson. Inevitably, he became one of the centerpieces of what is considered one of MJ’s most brilliant scenes at the professional level.
Beyond producing these iconic albums from the King of Pop, Quicy Jones has also distinguished himself as the composer of numerous award-winning soundtracks for film and television. But it doesn’t end there, since he collaborated and worked hand in hand with great jazz and R&B celebrities such as Ray Charles, Ella Fitzgerald and Frank Sinatra himself. In addition, Jones also stood out for being nothing more and nothing less than the conductor of the charity song titled We are the worldby Michael Jackson, released in 1985.
It is therefore a fact that he was at the origin of projects which are already part of the history of music. Either way. As it could not be otherwise, many were truly saddened by his loss. Despite everything, and fortunately, Quincy leaves among us a great legacy in the form of music. After all, he was one of the geniuses behind projects that will stay with us for the rest of our lives. Rest in peace.
