Mezz Mezzrow

Mezz Mezzrow was a renowned American jazz musician, born in 1899 in Chicago, Illinois. He was a skilled clarinetist and saxophonist who made significant contributions to the jazz scene. Mezzrow's musical career was marked by his collaborations with notable jazz artists, including Tommy Ladnier and Sidney Bechet, with whom he organized and financed recording sessions.

In addition to his musical pursuits, Mezzrow also briefly managed the career of legendary jazz musician Louis Armstrong. His own life and experiences were immortalized in his autobiography, Really the Blues, which he co-wrote with Bernard Wolfe and published in 1946. Through this memoir, Mezzrow's colorful personality and character have become an integral part of his legacy, offering a unique glimpse into the life of this talented jazz musician, who passed away in 1972.