Joe Sample

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As per our current Database, Joe Sample is still alive (as per Wikipedia, Last update: May 10, 2020).

🎂 Joe Sample - Age, Bio, Faces and Birthday

Currently, Joe Sample is 85 years, 2 months and 27 days old. Joe Sample will celebrate 86rd birthday on a Saturday 1st of February 2025. Below we countdown to Joe Sample upcoming birthday.

🌙 Zodiac

Joe Sample’s zodiac sign is Aquarius. According to astrologers, the presence of Aries always marks the beginning of something energetic and turbulent. They are continuously looking for dynamic, speed and competition, always being the first in everything - from work to social gatherings. Thanks to its ruling planet Mars and the fact it belongs to the element of Fire (just like Leo and Sagittarius), Aries is one of the most active zodiac signs. It is in their nature to take action, sometimes before they think about it well.

🌙 Chinese Zodiac Signs

Joe Sample was born in the Year of the Rabbit. Those born under the Chinese Zodiac sign of the Rabbit enjoy being surrounded by family and friends. They’re popular, compassionate, sincere, and they like to avoid conflict and are sometimes seen as pushovers. Rabbits enjoy home and entertaining at home. Compatible with Goat or Pig.

About

Co-founded The Crusaders and also had a successful solo career. He was skilled in jazz, gospel, blues, Latin, and classical.

Before Fame

He founded the Swingsters with drummer 'Stix' Hooper and saxophonist Wilton Felder while he was in high school. He attended Texas Southern University where he met trombonist Wayne Henderson, who also became a member of the Swingsters.

Trivia

He collaborated with such notables as Eric Clapton, and The Supremes.

Family Life

His parents nurtured his musical talents, and he started studying piano when he was five. He was married to Yolanda Sample up until his death in 2014.

Associated With

He was heavily influenced by Jelly Roll Morton and Duke Ellington.

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