Musicians who died on January 29

Take a focused look at the musicians who passed away on January 29. Dive into curated bios, achievements, and cultural milestones verified by our editors.

• 1981 Cozy Cole

  Cozy Cole was an influential American jazz drummer, renowned for his innovative technique and significant contributions to jazz music during the swing era and beyond. [bio]

• 2019 James Ingram

  James Ingram was an acclaimed American singer, songwriter, record producer, and instrumentalist known for his smooth R&B vocals and chart-topping duets. Ingram won two Grammy Awards and was nominated for a pair of Academy Awards for Best Original Song. [bio]