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Robbie Jansen

First Name: Robert

Other Names: Edward

Last Name: Jansen

Stage Name: Robbie Jansen

Country: South Africa

Born: 1949

D.O.D: 7/7/2010

Primary Language: English

Other Languages: Xhosa

Bio

Robbie Jansen, born Robert Edward Jansen, was a gifted self-taught musician, singer, composer, arranger, and multi-instrumentalist. Robbie, also known as “the Cape Doctor” was renowned for his exceptional skill on the alto saxophone and began his career as an original member of the Pacific Express brass section. Robbie went on to collaborate with several other South African bands, including Abdullah Ibrahim's group, Spirits Rejoice, The Genuines, The Rockets, then his band, Sons of the Table Mountain. Some of his songs include "Umlazi", "Elsies Toe", "Cape Medley", amongst others. As a prominent figure in the Cape jazz scene, Robbie's contributions to the genre were highly esteemed. Robbie passed away in 2010 after a relatively brief career, nevertheless, his indelible impact on South African music remains.

Discography

Albums⁹

The Best of Robbie Jansen2013 • AlbumTracks: 13

Vastrap Island2009 • AlbumTracks: 10

Nomad Jez2009 • AlbumTracks: 9

The Cape Doctor2005 • AlbumTracks: 13

Best of Juluka1991 • AlbumTracks: 13

Musa Ukungilandela1984 • AlbumTracks: 10

Scatterlings1982 • AlbumTracks: 10

African Litany1981 • AlbumTracks: 10

Universal Men1979 • AlbumTracks: 9

Label

Record Label associated with Robbie Jansen - past and current.

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