Jackie Davis | |
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 Davis on the cover of his 1958 album Most Happy Hammond | |
| Background information | |
| Born | December 13, 1920 Jacksonville, Florida, U.S. |
| Died | November 2, 1999 (aged 78) Jacksonville, Florida, U.S. |
| Genres | Jazz, soul jazz |
| Occupation(s) | Musician, bandleader |
| Instrument | Hammond organ |
| Years active | 1951–1980 |
| Labels | Capitol, Warner Bros., EMI |
| Website | - |
Jackie Davis (December 13, 1920 – November 2, 1999) was an American soul jazz singer, organist and bandleader. He is notable for his contributions in bringing the Hammond organ to the forefront of jazz and pop, preceding the better-known Jimmy Smith by several years.[1]