Russell Malone is Now, Somewhere Over the Rainbow

[@StudioGREGORIO]

Rest in Peace Russell Malone. I was just listening to your music last week with a buddy and saying what a treasure you were. I am heart broken. Your music will live on. You will greatly missed.

[@JazzVideoGuy]

He dropped his body, but his music lives forever.

[@simondavies6270]

@@JazzVideoGuy His music along with great performances too. A tremendous loss to the jazz community at large. London, UK.

[@gilldavidmour4199]

@@JazzVideoGuy Oh', that's a very nice way of looking at that.

[@arturgalczak6180]

R.I.P. Russell. Your gentle playing will stay with us.

[@1mespud]

Thank you, RUSSELL MALONE for doing your part to help tame mankind with your gift and talent. Your life's contribution is appreciated.

[@danielmargolis3210]

Truly one of the best live jazz guitar performances that I’ve seen. A terrible loss.

[@MaestroECMcCloud]

Much love and respect. This one hits hard because Russell was born the same year as me and we were both guitarists. Makes me realize that tomorrow is not promised to any of us. So make the best of your life. R.I. P. Mr Malone. I salute you Sir.

[@lefujyou]

So sad to see a lot of my heroes leaving the planet love you Russell Malone thanks for the beautiful music and inspiration

[@pan-k5o]

rest in peace Mr. Malone, thank you for the great music

[@michaelfoxbrass]

Loved his music - it always came from his heart, through his hands, to us.

[@adamrafferty]

RIP Russell - we were friends in NYC.

[@christophercharles9645]

60 is just too darn young. Condolences to his family & friends and how sad to have an artist cut off prematurely.

[@JazzVideoGuy]

yes, it's so sad when someone who's so talented and such a great person, departs too early

[@brookdalebill]

Very sad news. He was a wonderful player. RIP, and thanks, Mr. Malone.

[@vallee7966]

I just found a CD of a jazz guitarist named Russell Malone. Great CD. Imagine my distress to realize I missed him by a week.☹️

[@michaeldoxey1240]

I met him years ago, a great talent then, now and always!

[@simondavies6270]

A great performance. Rest in peace Russell Malone.

[@williamjackson6705]

He was brilliant & will be missed. So sad that he passed.

[@MrControversially]

Love seeing Russell Hall transfixed in the background

[@JazzVideoGuy]

Great bassist, Mr. Hall

[@loilt5091]

Amazing artist, R.I.P. Had the pleasure of seeing him live, twice; once with Diana Krall & another with Bill Frisell. Thank you for your music!

[@DPOWER222]

What a magnificent person and Phenomenal musician!!! One of the greatest Gutarist to have ever played! Rest in Peace and Power beautiful soul 💜

[@JazzVideoGuy]

Well said.

[@theodorusrexicon5760]

So, so talented. RIP

[@misskitty2710]

I got to know Russell over many years of seeing, hearing and interviewing him at the Montreal jazz festival.He was so warm, humorous, positive and thoughtful; it was always a groove to be in Russell’s company! Condolences to Marike, Darius and Marla. The world is a sadder place now.

[@matthewpeterson]

I was shocked to hear of his passing. I first read it on the Japanese yahoo page and had to double check that it was him. I saw him live in a small club in Culver City back around 2006 or so. My friend and I talked to him afterward. He was a very friendly person and great player.

[@Lisa-xr9yh]

I just read it in Downbeat Magazine. He was my favorite along with Kenny Burrell. Unreal that I sponsored a jazz concert that very night he passed. If I had known, I would have had the guitarist play a solo in tribute.

[@davidsummerville351]

I knew Russell when we both lived in Atlanta during the 80s. A wonderful human being. The past 3 days have been so difficult.

[@JazzVideoGuy]

It's not easy processing this

[@YvonneGriffin-c8h]

Rest In Peace! Thanks for your being a friend for most of your life I will always cherish your warm and true friendship!!!Love ❤❤❤. I really enjoyed and will continue to listen to your soft and smooth music 🎸🎸🎸🎸

[@AchmadAnanda]

Beautiful Arrangement and playing... RIP one of the greatest guitar player and Musician

[@acousticshadow4032]

Many thanks to Diana Krall for introducing me to Russell Malone. Have loved his guitar playing for so many years, and hope to for many more years to come. Catch you at the big Jazz-fest in the Sky, brother.

[@Cooltorpedo]

So sad news. Rest in peace Mr Malone.

[@previllazz]

So Sad...R.I.P master.!

[@Jibaro62]

Just simply one of the best. So sad to see him go so soon. His music lives on forever ❤🎸

[@JazzVideoGuy]

Yes, his music is eternal.

[@Guitfiddlejase]

Aahh Russell.. I love that nod to Wes at the beginning with "While We're Young".. Cool.

[@BrendaBoykin-qz5dj]

Thank you,Bret. Beautiful words of tribute. I took the opportunity to see Russell, Benny Green and John Clayton at YOSHI'S in Oakland. Great show, great intergroup communication. Blessings to Russell's family and JazzFamily of colleagues and fans. While We're Young... But,too young. Just hearing the news in Germany.⭐🌹🔥🌹⭐

[@JazzVideoGuy]

Learning of Russell's untimely passing shocked and saddened me.

[@kjatexas3679]

This my favorite piece by him. RIP Russell, you will be missed.

[@JazzVideoGuy]

he dropped his body, his music and spirit are eternal

[@jelopezmusic]

I just heard the news today and I'm saddened to hear of his passing. I remember the first time I heard his playing on a Ray Brown album and being spellbound. He leaves behind a great legacy. RIP.

[@walterhayley7252]

Achingly beautiful...

[@JazzVideoGuy]

Very!

[@timmcquerry6068]

Man,THAT'S JUST BEAUTIFUL!

[@JazzVideoGuy]

It really is!

[@johng7566]

This is so sad to see. I've seen him play several times with Ron Carter over the years and was always blown away. RIP to another great who has left the venue all too early.

[@dwaynejones1146]

RIP my brother.

[@morrisparrish76]

Wherever he is; I hope he’s restin at ease!

[@latonyaswint1836]

Rest in peace Russell

[@jazzFABRYk]

What an incredible musician and a humble guy. So sad …

[@Guitfiddlejase]

I miss him already

[@YarivGurfinkel]

Wonderful!

[@JazzVideoGuy]

exactly.

[@waynewells3297]

As a classical trombonist who valued lyricism above all else, Russell was a joyous, late life discovery for me. Nobody got a sweeter or more lyrical sound from the guitar than this man. And when he burned on the technical stuff, he was a white hot flame. Check out his work with Benny Green for some truly sulfurous playing. RIP, Mr. Malone, you will be SORELY missed!

[@klavier1us]

Beautiful blending of “While We’re Young” followed by “Over The Rainbow”.

[@MichaelBxl]

He was kind of the best jazz guitar player for me

[@maciek_d]

As a fellow guitarist I admire his touch, his natural flow and humanity. Pure music, direct from the heart ❤️ I’ve stolen an arrangement (or two) from his repertoire. I hope he is ok with that. Great loss. Grateful for having heard him play

[@bryandickerson5365]

Thanks for that beautiful tribute. So sad to hear this.

[@robertbanksjr]

So sorry and heart broken to see you go my brother, you will be remembered and love by many. R.I.P God bless, much love

[@JazzVideoGuy]

his legacy is eternal

[@aaronhorvath3291]

I had a wonderful opportunity to play drums with Russell in Detroit at Alvin's back when he was on tour with Harry Connick Jr. A truly wonderful musician and person.

[@JazzVideoGuy]

good for you!

[@leegollin4417]

So saddened by this….at the same time inspired. He knew about his health and chose to play music until he just couldn’t. That act holds the meaning of love within it.

[@JazzVideoGuy]

Exactly.

[@joachimmahoudeaux8619]

Have you got any other alternative with that stupid american healthcare system? seriously that sucks, too much legends are dying too soon because they can’t afford the healthcare bills…

[@leegollin4417]

@@joachimmahoudeaux8619 I don’t think that’s the case here, but I do agree.

[@bill3837]

I didn't know he had any health problems

[@leegollin4417]

@@bill3837 I didn’t either but it’s a small circle and a few of my friends knew him and told me as such.

[@beachcomber7200]

My wife and I got to see and hear Russell Malone on stage with Sonny Rollins many years ago in Davis, California at the Mondavi Center. It was extraordinary!

[@JazzVideoGuy]

Wow! I was there that night.

[@albertking1566]

Me as well.

[@joachimmahoudeaux8619]

He cancelled shows 3 years ago already cos’ he was already having trouble with his health. The US healthcare system sucks big time ! too much legends dying too soon at a young age because it’s impossible to afford those bills, come on wake up americans !! make yourself a favor and pay the taxes for a universal healthcare, and make those greedy big pharma companies pay !

[@tonomora6837]

😮😢

[@gilldavidmour4199]

What a crappy time to bring up that subject!

[@ThePublicHealthHarlot]

Agreed snd let’s stop the freaking SARS too.

[@Elixirmusiques]

Thank you, Bret His duo album with Benny Green and his participation on Ron Carter’s Golden Striker album had a major influence on my playing. Sound, rhythm, note choices, taste. A clear vision. I attended a masterclass he gave in Montreal. He was such a gentleman, answering all the questions politely and profoundly… even when an odd woman asked him “what do you do for a living”… although surprised, he remained a gentleman. Rest in peace Russell Malone.

[@JazzVideoGuy]

well said

[@mitchkahle314]

Sad. RIP!

[@JazzVideoGuy]

very sad

[@zibabird]

Condolences.

[@TeddyBullard]

The bill frissell/RM my fave. RIP

[@tatjanammarelic756]

R.I.P 😢

[@235buz]

My God!

[@devininman]

🙏🏾R.I.P🙏🏾

[@arundiasbandaranaike5989]

Interesting 'shades', not least a jaunty digression a la Garner. The opening chord development at the piano , and the return after the ensemble segment might have been a wee bit more of an effervescent 'version' of Thelonious M on a charmed night 😊

[@paulmoran3482]

🎸❤️

[@RonCarterBassist]

🙏🏾🙏🏾

[@JazzVideoGuy]

Blessings to you Ron and best wishes for safe, healthy 2025

[@peterpigna9505]

Grande Malone

[@bill3837]

Oh my God, I was shocked to hear him passed away

[@JazzVideoGuy]

yes, it is shocking

[@santajustastudios483]

⭐

[@mario6759]

RIP. I’m sure you’re doing a jazz/blues duet with B.B.

[@gilldavidmour4199]

He loved BB King. I can attest to that!

[@greekflatpicker]

What a loss

[@JazzVideoGuy]

huge

[@mongoharry]

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