Chris Jasper, a notable member of The Isley Brothers, has died at age 73, confirmed by his son. Diagnosed with cancer two months prior, Chris was a talented musician who studied at Juilliard. He joined the Isleys in 1973, enhancing their R&B/Funk sound with his keyboard skills and songwriting contributions. Later, he formed Isley-Jasper-Isley, producing hits like 'Caravan of Love', and embarked on a successful solo career, releasing 17 albums. A dedicated advocate for education, Chris's music, including the 1988 hit 'Superbad', reflected his passions until his later years.
Chris Jasper transformed The Isley Brothers from a vocal trio into a self-contained six-member R&B/Funk group, showcasing his songwriting talent and keyboard skills.
His songwriting talent and expertise on keyboards became the cornerstone of the group's signature sound, contributing classics like 'For the Love of You' and 'Fight the Power'.
Advocating for the importance of education was a prominent theme in Chris's career, especially highlighted by his 1988 solo hit 'Superbad'.
Throughout his career, Chris released 17 albums, with a focus on gospel music, and established his own label, Gold City Records, promoting other artists.
Collection
[
|
...
]