Jessy Dixon
- 職業
- 俳優
- 生年月日
- 1938年3月12日
- 出身地
- San Antonio, Texas
- 没年月日
- 2011年9月26日
経歴
Jessy Dixon (1938–2011) was an American gospel singer, songwriter, and pianist known for his dynamic style. Born in Texas, he moved to Chicago, where he was discovered by the "King of Gospel", James Cleveland, who sang & recorded his early songs. He gained fame after performing at the 1972 Newport Jazz Festival and collaborated with Paul Simon for eight years, appearing on several hit albums. Dixon wrote over 200 songs, recorded by artists like Amy Grant and Cher, and released over 20 albums, earning seven Grammy nominations. A regular on Bill Gaither’s Homecoming series, he died of cancer in 2011, leaving a lasting gospel legacy.
Jessy Dixonの出演作品
- Paul Simon and Friends | The Library of Congress Gershwin Prize for Popular Song 2007 · ★ 6.4
- All Day Singing at The Dome 1998 · ★ 7.8
- Freedom Band 2002 · ★ 4.5
- Canadian Homecoming 2006 · ★ 3.8
- Rock of Ages 2008 · ★ 10.0
- Sweet Sweet Spirit 1999 · ★ 8.0
- Homecoming Texas Style 1996 · ★ 7.5
- Live From Toronto 2006
- A Campfire Homecoming 2008
- Memphis Homecoming 2000
- Good News 2000
- Joy to the World 1996
- Christmas in the Country 2000
- The Legend at Gaither's Pond 2003