Robert Glasper

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Born 5 April 1978.

Robert Glasper

Biography

Robert Glasper (born April 5, 1978 in Houston, Texas) is an American jazz pianist and record producer. His 2012 album Black Radio won the Grammy Award for Best R&B Album at the 55th Grammy Awards pre-show.

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BBC Reviews

  1. Double Booked 2009

    Review of Double Booked

    Reviewed by John Eyles

    One of the most promising jazz pianists of his generation.

  2. In My Element 2007

    Review of In My Element

    Reviewed by Charles De Ledesma

    On repeated hearing, early tonal repetition clears to reveal a formidable lyrical voice.

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