Phineas Newborn Jr.
- January 11, 2024
- Pianist
Quick Facts
| Full Name | Phineas Newborn Jr. |
| Date Of Birth | Dec 14, 1931(1931-12-14) |
| Age | 93 |
| Date Of Death | May 26, 1989, Memphis, TN |
| Birthplace | Tennessee |
| Country | United States |
| Birth City | Tennessee |
| Horoscope | Sagittarius |
Phineas Newborn Jr. Biography
| Birthday | Dec 14 |
| Birth Year | 1931 |
Phineas Newborn Jr. is one of the most popular and richest Pianist who was born on December 14, 1931 in Tennessee, Tennessee, United States. Jazz artist who was involved in the early days of rock ‘n’ roll. His career suffered from numerous personal and physical problems.
His father’s R&B band also served as B.B. King‘s band when King began his recording career in 1949.
He was born into a musical family: his father, Phineas Newborn Sr., was a blues musician, while Calvin, his younger brother, became a jazz guitarist.
Phineas Newborn Jr. Net Worth
| Net Worth | $5 Million |
| Source Of Income | Pianist |
| House | Living in own house. |
Phineas Newborn Jr. is one of the richest Pianist from United States. According to our analysis, Wikipedia, Forbes & Business Insider, Phineas Newborn Jr. 's net worth $5 Million. (Last Update: December 11, 2023)
He went on the road with Jackie Brenston as part of his Delta Cats to support Rocket 88, the first rock ‘n’ roll record in history.
He was financially imperiled for much of his later career, and upon his death in 1989, the Jazz Foundation of America was established to assist retired jazz greats with their medical bills and financial struggles.
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Facts & Trivia
Phineas Ranked on the list of most popular Pianist. Also ranked in the elit list of famous people born in United States. Phineas Newborn Jr. celebrates birthday on December 14 of every year.
Top Facts about Phineas Newborn Jr.
- Born in 1931 in Tennessee, USA.
- Began playing piano at age three.
- Influenced by Art Tatum and Bud Powell.
- Recorded with Lionel Hampton and Oscar Pettiford.
- Released debut album “Here is Phineas” in 1956.
- Known for his virtuosic technique and improvisation skills.
- Struggled with drug addiction throughout his career.
- Died in 1989 at the age of 57.
- Inducted into Memphis Music Hall of Fame in 2010.
- Considered one of the greatest jazz pianists of all time.