Tony Reedus (22 September 1959 – 16 November 2008) was an American jazz drummer.

Reedus first gained attention performing in Woody Shaw's band during the 1980s. He played with Dave Stryker, Mulgrew Miller, Mike Nock, Kenny Garrett, James Williams, and Anthony Wonsey, among others, and recorded five albums as a leader.

He died of a pulmonary embolism at Kennedy Airport at the age of 49. He had just returned from a tour in Italy with pianist Mike LeDonne.[1]

Discography

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As leader

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  • The Far Side (Jazz City, 1988)
  • Incognito (Enja, 1989)
  • Minor Thang (Criss Cross, 1996)
  • People Get Ready (Sweet Basil, 1998)

As sideman

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With Joanne Brackeen

With Robin Eubanks & Steve Turre

With Kenny Garrett

  • Introducing Kenny Garrett (Criss Cross 1985)
  • Garrett 5 (Bellaphon 1989)
  • African Exchange Student (Atlantic Jazz 1990)

With Benny Golson

With Benny Green

  • Prelude (Criss Cross, 1988)

With Geoff Keezer

With Harold Mabern

With Ronnie Mathews

With Mulgrew Miller

With Dick Oatts

  • Gratitude (Steeplechase 2007)

With Woody Shaw

With Jim Snidero

With James Spaulding

With Walt Weiskopf Quintet

  • Anytown (Criss Cross Jazz, 1998)

With Anthony Wonsey

  • Blues for Hiroshi (Sharp Nine, 2004)

References

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  1. ^ "Drummer Tony Reedus Dies at 49".