Sonny Payne
Drummer

Sonny Payne Net Worth

Sonny Payne was a renowned jazz drummer born on May 4, 1926 in New York. He had the opportunity to collaborate with renowned musicians such as Harry James and Count Basie. He also had the privilege of performing with the big band of Erskine Hawkins for a period of time.
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Age, Biography and Wiki

Birth Day May 4, 1926
Birth Place New York
Age 94 YEARS OLD
Died On Jan 29, 1979 (age 52)
Birth Sign Taurus

💰 Net worth: $580 million (2024)

About

Jazz Drummer who collaborated with Musicians Harry James and Count Basie. He also performed for a time with the big band of Erskine Hawkins.

Before Fame

Early in his career, he played with Hot Lips Page and Tiny Grimes.

Trivia

During the mid 1970s, he toured with Saxophonist Illinois Jacquet.

Family Life

His father Chris Columbus also had a career as a Drummer.

Associated With

He frequently collaborated with jazz Pianist Count Basie.

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