Roy Hargrove
jazz, latin jazz
The late Roy Hargrove was a vital force in jazz for three decades, known for his brilliant trumpet tone and genre-crossing creativity. A leading figure of the "young lions" generation, he masterfully blended hard bop traditions with modern funk, soul, and hip-hop, notably with his band The RH Factor. His music remains a testament to a fiery and versatile talent that pushed the boundaries of jazz.