Johnny Dyani

Johnny Mbizo Dyani (30 November 1945 – 24 October 1986) was a South African jazz double bassist, vocalist and pianist, who, in addition to being a key member of The Blue Notes, played with such international musicians as Don Cherry, Steve Lacy, David Murray, Finnish guitar player Jukka Syrenius, Pierre Dørge, Peter Brötzmann, Mal Waldron, fellow South African Dollar Brand (Abdullah Ibrahim), and Leo Smith, among many other prominent players.

Johnny Dyani
Birth nameJohnny Mbizo Dyani
Born(1945-11-30)30 November 1945
OriginEast London, South Africa
Died24 October 1986(1986-10-24) (aged 40)
GenresJazz
Occupation(s)Bassist
Instrument(s)Double bass
Years activec.1960–86
LabelsOgun, SteepleChase
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