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Spanky DeBrest

Jimmy "Spanky" DeBrest (April 24, 1937 in Philadelphia – March 2, 1973 in Philadelphia) was an American jazz bassist. DeBrest played with Lee Morgan in his early years in Philadelphia. In 1957 he was a member of Ray Draper's Quintet, Jackie McLean, pianist Mal Waldron, and drummer Ben Dixon.

Also recorded as Jimmy DeBrest

Spanky DeBrest

Born
1937 · Philadelphia.
Died
1973
Nationality
United States
Occupation
musician
Fields
jazz

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Jimmy "Spanky" DeBrest (April 24, 1937 in Philadelphia – March 2, 1973 in Philadelphia) was an American jazz bassist. DeBrest played with Lee Morgan in his early years in Philadelphia. In 1957 he was a member of Ray Draper's Quintet, Jackie McLean, pianist Mal Waldron, and drummer Ben Dixon.

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  1. 01Recordings and discography
  2. 02Archives and collections
  3. 03Notes, references and evidence

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