Biography
A fine tenor saxophonist influenced by Joe Henderson, Javon Jackson helps to keep the legacy of Art Blakey and hard bop alive. He grew up in Cleveland and Denver, and studied at Berklee (1984-1986). Jackson was with the last version of the Jazz Messengers (1987-1990) and, after Blakey’s death, he worked with the Harper Brothers, Benny Green, Freddie Hubbard, and Elvin Jones. Javon Jackson has recorded as a leader for Criss Cross and Blue Note, including 1991’s Burnin’ all the way to 2008’s Once Upon a Melody. Also in 2008, Jackson appeared live with soul-jazz legend Les McCann. ~ Scott Yanow
Releases
Pleasant Valley - Javon Jackson
Good People - Javon Jackson
Shades of Blue - Bob Belden
A Look Within - Javon Jackson
For One Who Knows - Javon Jackson
