Jimi Tunnell
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Birth name | James Tunnell |
Also known as | Jimi Tunnell |
Origin | Denton, Texas |
Genres | Pop, R&B, jazz, classical |
Occupation | Solo musician |
Instrument(s) | Guitar, vocals |
Years active | 1980–present |
Labels | Art Of Life |
Website | www |
Jimi Tunnell is an American jazz musician and guitarist/vocalist originally from Denton, Texas.[1] Although Tunnell is known for his work with the guitar, his career began as a jazz trumpet player.[2] In his time as a diverse professional musician, Tunnell has worked with acts such as Yukihiro Takahashi, Laurie Anderson, Steps Ahead and Member's Only.[3] Tunnell's most recent incarnation of his own band, Trilateral Commission, includes percussionist and Weather Report veteran, Jose Rossy. He is also a member of the Rodney Holmes Trio, which includes world-renowned bassist Alphonso Johnson, a Weather Report veteran as well. Most recently he is a featured artist on the Origin Records release Time Within Itself.
References
- ^ "Independent Music Production Firm". Buffalo Sound. Retrieved 2011-10-22.
- ^ ""James ("jimi") Tunnell, born in Denton, Texas, began his wide-ranging musical career as a classical/jazz trumpet player."". Buffalosound.com. Retrieved 2011-10-22.
- ^ "Home". Jimi Tunnell. Retrieved 2011-10-22.