Jimi with The Isley Brothers
Posted on 02/25/2025 10:51:58 AM PST by Red Badger
Chris Jasper, beloved member of the iconic soul group The Isley Brothers, died at the age of 73.
His family announced his death Monday on Facebook.
“Chris Jasper, renowned singer–songwriter and producer known for his pivotal role in shaping the sound of The Isley Brothers and Isley-Jasper-Isley, and over three decades as a distinguished solo artist, passed away on February 23 at the age of 73 following a cancer diagnosis in December, 2024,” they wrote.
They went on to say that Jasper’s “classical training laid the foundation for his powerful music that blended his classical training with R&B, funk, and soul.” He played an integral role in turning the band from a vocal trio to a R&B/Funk group with six members that made a significant mark in the music industry.
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The Philly Sound
They made some great albums in the 70s. RIP Chris.
Our music stars are falling like flies!..................
Who’s That Lady
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S1Mvy3E8P2U
Ernie Isley is a beast on guitar. Learned from Jimi.
I like Caravan of Love. Great music. RIP.
Well, It’s your Thing................
The original trio of Isley’s were from the Cincinnati. They had a lot of “sound”. Shout and Twist And Shout predated the lush Philly sound. Ronald as smooth as it gets. R&B, Rock, Motown (This Old Heart Of Mine), dance & funk. Fight The Power was a killer groove.
Jimi with The Isley Brothers
Ernie Isley is still kickin’. Slick guitar player.
Legends.
First song I thought of. I loved ‘Work to Do’, the Average White Band version,too.
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