Quincy Jones, a huge influence on American music, dies at 91

American record producer Quincy Jones died on April 24, 2023, at the age of 91.

Jones was a legendary figure in the music industry, with a career that spanned over six decades. He was best known for his work as a record producer, arranger, composer, and film and television producer.

Jones played a key role in the development of many of the biggest names in music, including Michael Jackson, Aretha Franklin, and Frank Sinatra.

He was also a successful film and television producer, producing such films as "The Color Purple" and "The Wiz."

Jones was born in Chicago, Illinois, in 1933.

He began his music career as a trumpet player and arranger, and he later went on to produce some of the most iconic albums in music history, including Michael Jackson's "Thriller" and "Bad."

Jones was also a successful film and television producer, producing such films as "The Color Purple" and "The Wiz."

He was a recipient of numerous awards, including 28 Grammy Awards, an Academy Award, and a Golden Globe Award.

Jones was a true giant in the music industry, and his death is a great loss to the world of music.