Happy birthday! Mose Allison turns 97 today

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The iconic and legendary pianist turns 97 on Friday, Nov. 1, 2024.
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Mose Allison is celebrating his 97th 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 97th 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 97.

Happy Birthday, Mose, you're the best!

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