Musicians who died on August 8

Take a focused look at the musicians who passed away on August 8. Dive into curated bios, achievements, and cultural milestones verified by our editors.

• 1975 Cannonball Adderley

  Cannonball Adderley was a highly influential American jazz alto saxophonist, best known for his work in the hard bop era of the 1950s and 1960s. He gained wide acclaim both as a solo artist and as a member of the Miles Davis Sextet, contributing to the landmark album 'Kind of Blue.' His energetic and soulful playing style made him one … [bio]

• 2017 Glen Campbell

  Glen Campbell was a legendary American singer, songwriter, guitarist, and television host, best known for his crossover hits in country and pop music during the 1960s and 1970s. He was also the host of the popular television variety show, 'The Glen Campbell Goodtime Hour.' [bio]