Ace Cannon facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Ace Cannon
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| Birth name | John Henry Cannon |
| Born | May 5, 1934 Grenada, Mississippi, U.S. |
| Died | December 6, 2018 (aged 84) Calhoun City, Mississippi, U.S. |
| Occupation(s) | Musician |
| Instruments | Saxophone |
| Labels | Hi |
John Henry "Ace" Cannon (born May 5, 1934 – died December 6, 2018) was an American musician. He was famous for playing the saxophone. He played both the tenor and alto saxophones.
Ace Cannon became well-known for his cool saxophone sound. He started his solo music career in 1961. His first big hit song was an instrumental called "Tuff". This song became very popular in 1962, reaching number 17 on the U.S. Billboard music chart. His next song, "Blues (Stay Away from Me)," also did well.
Ace Cannon was part of a group called Bill Black's Combo. He often used them as his backing band for his own songs. In 1965, he released an album called Ace Cannon Live. This album was special because it was recorded live inside the music studio. People say it was one of the first times an album was recorded this way.
Life and Music
Ace Cannon was born in Grenada, Mississippi. He loved playing the saxophone. His unique style made him a favorite among fans. He traveled all over the world to perform his music.
He was a very talented musician. His songs often featured his smooth saxophone playing. He helped make instrumental music popular.
Achievements and Recognition
Ace Cannon received many honors for his music. In 2000, he was added to the Rockabilly Hall of Fame. This is a special place for musicians who made rockabilly music famous.
His hometown of Calhoun City, Mississippi, also honored him. In May 2007, they started the first annual Ace Cannon Festival. This festival celebrates his life and music. In 2008, he was also inducted into the Mississippi Musicians Hall of Fame. This shows how important he was to music in his home state.
Later Life
After many years of touring, Ace Cannon moved back to Calhoun City, Mississippi. He lived there until he passed away. Even in his later years, he still played music. He performed at many concerts each year. He also enjoyed playing golf in his free time.
Ace Cannon passed away at his home on December 6, 2018. He was 84 years old. He left behind a legacy of great music.
Selected Music
Ace Cannon released many albums and singles during his career. Here are some of his well-known works:
Albums
- 1962 - Tuff Sax
- 1964 - Christmas Cheers from Ace Cannon
- 1965 - Live
- 1966 - Sweet & Tuff
Singles
- 1961 - "Tuff"
- 1962 - "Blues (Stay Away From Me)"
- 1963 - "Cotton Fields"
- 1964 - "Searchin'"
