Earl Bostic | Experiment Guru

Earl Bostic was an American jazz saxophonist and composer. With a career spanning over three decades, Bostic's musical output was incredibly diverse, encompassing jazz, swing, jump blues, and the post-war American rhythm and blues style. He had a number of popular hits, including 'Flamingo', 'Harlem Nocturne', and 'Temptation', featuring his characteristic growl on the horn. Bostic worked with various notable musicians, including Duke Ellington and Count Basie. His music was also heavily influenced by his work with other notable musicians, such as Charlie Parker and Dizzy Gillespie. Bostic's legacy continues to inspire new generations of musicians, including Kendrick Lamar and Kanye West.