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Mel Lewis

American musician (1929-1990) · United States · On the map · Musicians · Died at 60

Melvin Sokoloff, known professionally as Mel Lewis, was an American jazz drummer, session musician, professor, and author. He received fourteen Grammy Award nominations.

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Country
United States
Category
Musicians
Type
Singer / Musician
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1929 to 1990 · aged 60

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