Chris Jasper, who has died of cancer aged 73, shaped the distinctive funk sound of the Isley Brothers in the 1970s, playing keyboards in the American band and writing and arranging such hits as ...

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Chris Jasper, formerly of The Isley Brothers and Isley-Jasper-Isley, in 1988. CREDIT: Raymond Boyd/Getty The Isley Brothers‘ Chris Jasper has died at the age of 73. The songwriter, producer and ...

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Motown Records is inseparable from the world of funk and soul. From its formation in 1959, Berry Gordy’s label produced a wealth of now-iconic soul stars, from Diana Ross to Stevie Wonder. Although ...

Chris Jasper, a former member of the Isley Brothers who helped the group shape its flamboyant funk-rock sound, has died. The singer-songwriter died Sunday at age 73, his family announced Monday on ...

Chris Jasper, a celebrated singer-songwriter who helped steer The Isley Brothers during some of their most successful years, died Sunday, People Magazine and the Independent report. He was 73. His ...

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Chris Jasper, a member of the famed music group the Isley Brothers, has died at age 73. Michael Jasper, Chris’ son, confirmed the news Monday on behalf of their family in a statement on Facebook ...