Brian Jackson

Soulful Jazz-Funk Musician and Gil Scott-Heron Collaborator

Brian Jackson is an American keyboardist, flautist, singer, composer, and producer known for his collaborations with Gil Scott-Heron in the 1970s. Their partnership resulted in a fusion of jazz, blues, and soul music with a strong social and political message. Jackson co-wrote many of Scott-Heron's pieces, including the well-known "The Bottle" and "Johannesburg," which became anthems for the era. His work with Scott-Heron on albums like "Pieces of a Man" and "Winter in America" has been influential in the development of neo-soul and hip-hop music. After his work with Scott-Heron, Brian Jackson continued to pursue his career as a solo artist and collaborator with other musicians. His contributions to music have been recognized for their depth, innovation, and social relevance.