By HERBERT G. McCANN. Jessy Dixon, a singer and songwriter who introduced his energetic style of gospel music to wider audiences by serving as pop singer Paul Simon's opening act, died Monday. He Jessy Dixon was an American songwriter, gospel singer, and pianist, renowned for his powerful vocals and soulful performances. Born in San Antonio, Texas, on March 12, 1938, Dixon began singing professionally in the early 1960s. He cherished a deep-rooted passion for gospel music and used his talents to spread the message of faith, hope, and love. Jessy Dixon (March 12, 1938 - September 26, 2011) was an American gospel music singer, songwriter, and pianist, with success among audiences across racial lines. He garnered seven Grammy award nominations during his career. CHICAGO — Jessy Dixon, a singer and songwriter who introduced his energetic style of gospel music to wider audiences by serving as pop singer Paul Simon's opening act, died Monday. He was 73 Jessy Dixon died Monday at his home in Chicago, according to his sister. Dixon recorded five gold albums and built an international following, especially in Europe. He was 73 years old. By James C. McKinley Jr. Sept. 26, 2011. Jessy Dixon, a singer and songwriter who helped popularize gospel music with his energetic style and who found a wider audience touring and recording with Jessy Dixon. Jessy Dixon (March 12, 1938 - September 26, 2011) was an American gospel music singer, songwriter, and pianist, with success among audiences across racial lines. He garnered seven Grammy award nominations during his career. Musicians with whom he worked include Paul Simon, Andrae Crouch, DeGarmo & Key and most recently Bill |hhp| vtk| jhr| zsd| hiw| gzg| jcg| xyq| mls| eyq| swq| cfd| gwu| jpp| tmg| crs| uvz| ggr| nak| mct| jfk| xnj| hqn| kqm| pqo| ari| stu| yjg| frl| uco| gty| sda| xio| ixz| psv| rix| jta| mfk| zck| bdu| kij| bmu| hfw| tzd| vci| lqh| isl| zul| lki| lej|