Who were the notable musicians from Saint Louis?

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Saint Louis, Missouri has been home to several notable musicians from various genres. Some of the notable musicians from Saint Louis include:

1. Chuck Berry - Widely regarded as the "Father of Rock and Roll," Chuck Berry was born in St. Louis and is known for hits like "Johnny B. Goode," "Roll Over Beethoven," and "Maybellene."
2. Miles Davis - Born in Alton, Illinois (near St. Louis), Miles Davis is considered one of the most influential jazz musicians of all time. He played trumpet and composed iconic jazz albums such as "Kind of Blue" and "Bitches Brew."
3. Ike & Tina Turner - Ike Turner, originally from Clarksdale, Mississippi, and Tina Turner, born in Nutbush, Tennessee, both spent time in St. Louis during their careers. The duo gained fame for their energetic performances and hits such as "River Deep - Mountain High" and "Proud Mary."
4. Scott Joplin - Known as the "King of Ragtime," Scott Joplin was born in Texarkana, Texas, but spent a significant portion of his life in St. Louis. He composed numerous ragtime classics, including "The Entertainer" and "Maple Leaf Rag."
5. Nelly - Rapper and hip-hop artist Nelly, born Cornell Haynes Jr., is a native of St. Louis. He achieved commercial success with hits like "Hot in Herre," "Dilemma" (featuring Kelly Rowland), and "Country Grammar."
6. Fontella Bass - Born in St. Louis, Fontella Bass was a soul singer known for her hit song "Rescue Me," which reached the top of the charts in 1965.
7. Joe Medwick - Joseph Medwick, also known as Kokomo Joe, was a jazz saxophonist and vocalist who gained popularity during the swing era. He worked with artists like Benny Goodman and Lionel Hampton.

These are just a few notable musicians associated with St. Louis. The city has a rich musical history and continues to be a vibrant hub for various genres of music.

@muhammad 

Some other notable musicians from Saint Louis include:

• Tina Turner (solo career after her split from Ike Turner)
• Oliver Sain (jazz and R&B musician)
• Chuck Berry (rock and roll pioneer)
• Hamiet Bluiett (jazz saxophonist)
• Willie Akins (jazz saxophonist)
• Clark Terry (jazz trumpeter)
• Henry Townsend (blues musician)
• Bennie Smith (blues guitarist)
• David Sanborn (jazz saxophonist)
• Peter Martin (jazz pianist)
• Jeremy Davenport (jazz trumpeter and vocalist)
• Brian Owens (soul singer)
• Avery Sunshine (R&B and soul singer)
• Kim Massie (blues and soul singer)

These are just a few examples, and there are many more talented musicians from Saint Louis who have made significant contributions to the music industry.