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| Name | Willie Jones III |
| First Name | Willie |
| Last Name | III |
| Occupation | Drummer |
| Birthday | June 8 |
| Birth Year | 1968 |
| Place of Birth | Los Angeles |
| Home Town | California |
| Birth Country | United States |
| Birth Sign | Gemini |
| Full/Birth Name | |
| Father | Not Available |
| Mother | Not Available |
| Siblings | Not Available |
| Spouse | Not Known |
| Children(s) | Not Available |
Willie Jones III Biography
Willie Jones III is one of the most popular and richest Drummer who was born on June 8, 1968 in Los Angeles, California, United States.
Willie Jones III was born on June 8, 1968, in Los Angeles. Jones reported that he wanted to be a jazz musician from the age of seven.
Willie Jones III (born June 8, 1968 in Los Angeles, California) is a jazz drummer. He has played, toured, and recorded with Horace Silver, Roy Hargrove, Hank Jones, Cedar Walton, and Herbie Hancock. He played on Arturo Sandoval’s Grammy-winning album Hot House (1998).
Jones’ father, also named Willie Jones, was a pianist, composer and arranger, who moved to Los Angeles from Jacksonville in 1961. By the time Jones was born, his father “was gigging locally and working as a vocal coach for entertainers, including Ann-Margret.”
Willie Jones III Net Worth
Willie is one of the richest Drummer from United States. According to our analysis, Wikipedia, Forbes & Business Insider, Willie Jones III's net worth $5 Million. (Last Update: January 13, 2024)
| Net Worth | $5 Million |
| Salary | Under Review |
| Source of Income | Drummer |
| Cars | Not Available |
| House | Living in own house. |
Jones was based in Los Angeles until he moved to New York in 1997. He played in trumpeter Roy Hargrove’s quintet from 1998 to 2006.
In 2000, Jones founded an independent jazz label, WJ3 Records. He said in 2017 that “It’s a self-investment, […] I’m not making a profit, but I’m not losing any money. I’ve become more proficient at putting out each project.” He has regularly played with pianist Eric Reed, as the drummer for Wynton Marsalis’ Jazz at Lincoln Center, and has several CDs released as a leader on his own label, playing hard bop and swing.
Ethnicity, religion & political views
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In 1991, Jones began studying at the California Institute of the Arts, where he took drum lessons from Albert “Tootie” Heath. Jones played with Milt Jackson in 1994, and toured with trumpeter Arturo Sandoval from 1994 to 1998.
Who is Willie Jones III Dating?
According to our records, Willie Jones III is possibily single & has not been previously engaged. As of January 13, 2024, Willie Jones III’s is not dating anyone.
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Height, Weight & Body Measurements
Willie Jones III height Not available right now. Willie weight Not Known & body measurements will update soon.
| Height | Unknown |
| Weight | Not Known |
| Body Measurements | Under Review |
| Eye Color | Not Available |
| Hair Color | Not Available |
| Feet/Shoe Size | Not Available |
Jones was one of the founding members of the band Black Note in 1990. Members of this ensemble included, at various times, Ark Sano, Eric Reed, Gilbert Castellanos, James Mahone, Kenneth Crouch, Mark Shelby, and Richard E. Grant. They released several albums.
In 2014, Jones filed a lawsuit against California rapper Kendrick Lamar for allegedly sampling “The Thorn” illegally in Lamar’s song “Rigamortus”.
Facts & Trivia
Willie Ranked on the list of most popular Drummer. Also ranked in the elit list of famous people born in United States. Willie Jones III celebrates birthday on June 8 of every year.
Guitarist Russell Malone commented in 2017 that, “Some drummers can’t get through two bars of music without trying to do something cute and slick, but with Willie, the time and the groove is not an afterthought. He’s aware of each component of the song – the melody, the changes and the form. I like to incorporate different grooves into my things, and Willie does not turn up his nose at them. He knows exactly what to do.”
Is Willie Jones still alive?
| Died | June 18, 1801 Raleigh, North Carolina |
| Occupation | Planter and statesman |
| Political party | Whig, Anti-Federalist |
| Spouse(s) | Mary Montfort |
How old is Willie Jones now?
| Willie Jones | |
| Age(s) | 26 |
| Hometown | Shreveport, Louisiana |
| Category | Young Adults |
Who is Willie Jones father?
Jones’ father, also named Willie Jones, was a pianist, composer and arranger, who moved to Los Angeles from Jacksonville in 1961. By the time Jones was born, his father “was gigging locally and working as a vocal coach for entertainers, including Ann-Margret.”
Will Jones drummer?
William Jones Jr. (October 20, 1929 – April 1991) was a jazz drummer. He is known for playing and recording with Thelonious Monk, Elmo Hope, and Charles Mingus.
What happened to Willie Jones on America's got talent?
Following this, Willie was unfortunately placed in the bottom two of the competition. He “sang for his life” at this stage and performed “You Don’t Know Me” by Eddy Arnold. In the end, Willie was beat by fellow contestant CeCe Frey and was ultimately eliminated.
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