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Don Edward Fagenson (born September 13, 1952), known professionally as Don Was (⫽ w ʌ z ⫽), is an American musician, record producer, music director, film composer, documentary filmmaker and radio host. Since 2011, he has also served as president of the American jazz label Blue Note Records.
Don Was. Don Was and the Pan-Detroit Ensemble will embark on a west coast run of concert dates in September. Made up of stellar jazz musicians from his Detroit hometown, The Pan-Detroit Ensemble will perform a mix of new originals, interpretations of songs written by artists like Yusef Lateef, Olu Dara, and Henry Threadgill, and of course ...
Nov 30, 2020 · Don Was, a Grammy-winning producer and former member of Was (Not Was), shares his love for Blue Note Records, the iconic jazz label. He talks about his first encounter with jazz, his favorite artists, and his vision for the label's future.
Sep 13, 2023 · Don Was is a versatile and influential figure in the music industry, known for his work with Was (Not Was), the Rolling Stones, Bob Dylan and many more. He is also the president of Blue Note Records, where he has signed and nurtured new and established jazz artists.
Don Edward Fagenson, known professionally as Don Was, is an American musician, record producer, music director, film composer, documentary filmmaker and radio host. Since 2011, he has also served as president of the American jazz label Blue Note Records.
Jun 8, 2018 · Don Was, president of Blue Note Records, talks about the new film that tells the story of the legendary jazz label through its music and artists. He praises the director's style, the graphic design, and the connection between jazz and hip-hop.
May 2, 2019 · Don Was is a versatile and prolific music maker who has worked with artists from Iggy Pop to the Rolling Stones. He also oversees Blue Note Records, which is celebrating its 80th anniversary with audiophile vinyl reissues and a tribute to drummer Tony Williams.
