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RIP Louie Bellson

Luigi Paulino Alfredo Francesco Antonio Balassoni (6 July1924–14 February2009, better known by the stage name Louie Bellson.

Posted by Raymond Powers on February 16, 2009 01:06 PM | | | RIP Louie Bellson

Comments (4)

Did Louie live in Ojai?
I don't see the connection to Ojai. Just asking.

Enjoy the Ojai rain.
Matt

Comment #1 Posted by: matth | February 16, 2009 04:40 PM

I think the connection is that Ojai resident Raymond seems to be president of the "Dead Musician's Society"

Comment #2 Posted by: mk | February 16, 2009 08:06 PM

Just paying respects, my friends, just paying respects. He passed on last Saturday on Valentine's Day. He was one of the greatest and a pioneer, thus an inspiration in whatever field of endeavor you choose. Aspire to your greatness.

Comment #3 Posted by: Raymond | February 17, 2009 01:36 AM

thank YOU for the inspiration Raymond.
My day is that much brighter knowing that LB pioneered the use of double bass drum as well as an interracial marriage to Pearl Bailey coinciding with his stint as the only white member of the Duke Ellington orchestra.
He also did sessions with James brown.
LB is da man!!!

Comment #4 Posted by: mk | February 17, 2009 07:00 AM

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