Grant Green Jr. facts for kids
Gregory Green, known professionally as Grant Green Jr., is a talented jazz guitarist. He is the oldest son of the legendary jazz guitarist Grant Green. Grant Green Jr. is also a member of a cool group called Masters of Groove. He plays alongside Bernard Purdie and Reuben Wilson in this band.
Grant Green Jr. was born in St. Louis, Missouri, on August 4, 1955. He started playing the guitar when he was fourteen years old. In 1969, he moved to Detroit with his father. His father passed away ten years later. Growing up, some of his neighbors were famous musicians. These included Stevie Wonder's parents, Marvin Gaye, and members of the Four Tops.
Working with Other Musicians
Grant Green Jr. has worked with many great musicians. He has played with Richard "Groove" Holmes. He also collaborated with Leon Thomas and Jimmy McGriff. Other artists he has worked with include Lou Donaldson and Lonnie Smith.
His Music Albums
Grant Green Jr. has released several albums as a band leader. He has also played on albums with other artists.
Albums as a Leader
- Back to the Groove (1997)
- Jungle Strut (1998)
- Introducing G.G. (2002)
- Thank You Mr. Bacharach (2022)
- Thank You Mr. Bacharach Vol 1 and 2 (2023)
With Bernard Purdie and Reuben Wilson
- The Masters of Groove - Meet Dr. No (2001)
- The Masters of Groove - Meet DJ-9 (2006)
- The Godfathers of Groove (2007)
- The Godfathers of Groove 3 (2009)
Albums as a Sideman
With Reuben Wilson
- Organ Blues (2002)
- Movin' On (2006)
