Happy birthday! Mose Allison turns 99 today

The iconic and legendary pianist turns 99 on Sunday, Nov. 1, 2026.

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Mose Allison is celebrating his 99th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed pianists of his generation.

Popular pianist Mose Allison (Parchman Farm, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 99th birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Allison, a cultural icon

Born in Tippo on November 1, 1927, Mose Allison's career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. Allison's not just a great pianist, he's an inspiration, an icon and a successful business man. At this point in his career, there seems to be little Mose hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Mose Allison as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 99.

Happy Birthday, Mose, you're the best!

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