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Idris Muhammad (Arabic: إدريس محمد; born Leo Morris; November 13, 1939 – July 29, 2014) was an American jazz drummer and bandleader. He had an extensive career performing jazz, funk, R&B, and soul music and recorded with musicians such as Ahmad Jamal, Lou Donaldson, Pharoah Sanders, Bob James, and Tete Montoliu.
Jan 28, 2024 · Guitarist Melvin Sparks and drummer Idris Muhammad play key roles throughout, easily matching the leader's soul, spirit, and shine. A return to the Milestone label for Crawford, and a clear effort to sell some records, this commercially inclined recording is all right, not his most essential, but likable in many more spots than not. © Michael ...
Sep 25, 2020 · Born and raised in New Orleans into a family of drummers, it is not surprising that Leo Morris (later known as Idris Muhammad after converting to Islam in the 60s) went on to become a major force in jazz, known for his funky backbeats and tight grooves.
Turn This Mutha Out is a 1977 album by Idris Muhammad. Produced and arranged by CTI/Kudu staff arranger David Matthews, it was aimed more at the R&B/disco market than the jazz market.
Aug 13, 2014 · Idris Muhammad, who died July 29 at the age of 74, is one of those forgotten architects of the backbeat. Most likely, you’ve heard his work without even realizing it in songs by Drake, Beastie Boys, Fatboy Slim, Eminem, Nas, LL Cool J, the Notorious B.I.G., Kool G Rap, 2Pac, and many others.
Black Rhythm Revolution! is the first album by the jazz drummer Idris Muhammad. It was recorded in 1970 and released by Prestige Records the following year.
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May 3, 2017 · A tight-knit outfit, Muhammad, bassist Jimmy Lewis and pianist Harold Mabern – heard on electric piano here – turn in a luscious slow drag like Express Yourself, the basic blues line Soulful Drums, a vehicle for Muhammad’s gritty improvisations, and the roaring, uptempo mover Wander.
