Chuck Mangione

Chuck Mangione is a flugelhorn player, composer, and bandleader best known for his smooth jazz and crossover pop sound that gained widespread popularity in the 1970s. Born in Rochester, New York, he studied at the Eastman School of Music and got his early start playing with Art Blakey’s Jazz Messengers. Mangione became a household name with the release of his hit "Feels So Good," which became a radio favorite and a defining track of his career.

Throughout his prolific career, Chuck Mangione blended jazz, pop, and orchestral elements to create a distinctive, melodic style. His work often featured lush arrangements and strong melodic hooks, and he's known for both his solo recordings and collaborations with top-tier musicians. Albums like "An Evening of Magic: Live at the Hollywood Bowl" showcased not only his musicianship but also his skill as a charismatic live performer. Mangione's contributions to jazz and popular music have earned him lasting recognition and a devoted fan base.

Genres

Smooth Jazz

Yacht Rock

Jazz

Jazz Fusion

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Latest Release

Everything For Love

Chuck Mangione

Album - 10 Tracks - Released September 26, 2000