Jessy Dixon
Birthday
1938/03/12
Day of death
2011/09/26 (73 years old)
Gender
Male
Place of Birth
San Antonio, Texas
Also know as
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Biography
Jessy Dixon (1938–2011) was an American gospel singer, songwriter, and pianist known for his dynamic style. Born in Texas, he moved to Chicago, where he was discovered by the "King of Gospel", James Cleveland, who sang & recorded his early songs. He gained fame after performing at the 1972 Newport Jazz Festival and collaborated with Paul Simon for eight years, appearing on several hit albums. Dixon wrote over 200 songs, recorded by artists like Amy Grant and Cher, and released over 20 albums, ea...Read more
Acting
(1999) Sweet Sweet Spirit
as Himself
(1996) Homecoming Texas Style
as Himself
(2006) Live From Toronto
as Self
(1998) All Day Singing at The Dome
as Self
(2008) A Campfire Homecoming
as Self
(2002) Freedom Band
as ---
(2006) Canadian Homecoming
as Himself
(2007) Paul Simon and Friends | The Library of Congress Gershwin Prize for Popular Song
as Self
(2000) Memphis Homecoming
as ---
(2000) Good News
as ---
(2008) Rock of Ages
as ---
(1996) Joy to the World
as ---
(2000) Christmas in the Country
as ---
(2003) The Legend at Gaither's Pond
as Jessy Frogman (voice)