Jul 22, 2026 12:37 PM
In Memoriam: Rodney Holmes, 1966–2026
Drummer Rodney Holmes, a powerful presence behind the kit who emerged as an in-demand player on the New York scene…
Tomasz Stańko (1942-2018)
(Photo: Andrzej Tyszko)According to Reuters, the influential Polish trumpeter Tomasz Stańko died Sunday at the age of 76.
Performers took to social media to express their appreciation for his work, which stretches back to the 1960s when Stańko performed in groups helmed by Polish pianist Krzysztof Komeda.
R.I.P. Tomasz Stanko ! Thank you for the love, inspiration and encouragement over the years.
— Ambrose Akinmusire (@amBROSEire) July 29, 2018
Just heard that trumpeter Tomasz Stanko has died after a courageous fight against illness for some time. He was a unique musician with deep feelings and a gentle soul. #tomaszstanko
— Dave Holland (@TheDaveHolland) July 29, 2018
Read an interview from the DownBeat archives with the trumpeter here. DB
A drummer’s drummer, Rodney Holmes gigged with everyone from Joe Zawinul and Carlos Santana to Steve Kimock and the Brecker Brothers.
Jul 22, 2026 12:37 PM
Drummer Rodney Holmes, a powerful presence behind the kit who emerged as an in-demand player on the New York scene…
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