The Crusaders (jazz fusion group)

The Crusaders
The Crusaders in 1978
The Crusaders in 1978
Background information
Also known asThe Jazz Crusaders
OriginHouston, Texas, U.S.
Genres
Years active1960–2010
Labels
Past members

The Crusaders (formerly known as The Jazz Crusaders) were an American jazz/jazz fusion group performing from the 1960s to the 2010s. The group was known as the Jazz Crusaders from their formation in 1960 until shortening their name in 1971. The Crusaders played a wide assortment of genres, including straight ahead jazz, urban R&B, R&B-based jazz, and the blues. The band reached a commercial apex in 1979 with their hit single "Street Life", featuring lead vocals by Randy Crawford, and their accompanying album of the same name.[1]

  1. ^ Micucci, Matt (January 9, 2019). "A Short History of ... "Street Life"". JAZZIZ Magazine. Retrieved September 8, 2020.