Didn't realize Joe Sample had passed away - really enjoyed his playing with Crusaders and his session playing with the likes of Michael Franks and a host of others - great piano player...RIP Joe, another great player passes away.🙁
First jazz album I bought with my own money in 1976 was The Crusaders "Those Southern Knights" - I've listened to it continuously since then - every track a gem. Joe Sample was an eloquent musician and such a classy guy. Still listening......
Joe Sample, Wilton Felder, Stix Hooper, Wayne Henderson....what a sound, had the vinyl, got the CD's and its now on the hard drive......the music lives on!!!! thanks Mr Sample...peace!