Happy birthday! Archie Shepp turns 86 today
- By Lori Macatee
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Archie Shepp is celebrating his 86th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed musicians of his generation.
Popular musician Archie Shepp (Attica Blues, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 86th birthday, he remains a man of many facets.
Shepp, a cultural icon
Born in Fort Lauderdale on May 24, 1937, Archie Shepp's career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. Shepp's not just a great musician, he's an inspiration, an icon and a successful business man. At this point in his career, there seems to be little Archie hasn't done.
And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Archie Shepp as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 86.
Happy Birthday, Archie, you're the best!
Archie Shepp career in pictures
Attica Blues (1972)
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