Benny [Carter] opened the eyes of a lot of producers and studios, so that they could understand that you could go to blacks for other things outside of blues and barbecue. He's a total musician. He was the pioneer, he was the foundation. He made it possible for that doubt to be taken away.
Quincy JonesA lot of the guys were like that - Oscar Pettiford - they just took me under their wing, and that's why I automatically help young people. I just love it, because they did that for me.
Quincy JonesImagine what a harmonious world it could be if every single person, both young and old shared a little of what he is good at doing.
Quincy JonesLouis 'Thunder Thumbs' Johnson was one of the greatest bass players to ever pick up the instrument, as a member of the Brothers Johnson, we shared decades of magical times working together in the studio and touring the world. From my albums 'Body Heat' and 'Mellow Madness,' to their platinum albums 'Look Out for #1,' 'Right On Time,' 'Blam' and 'Light Up the Night,' which I produced, to Michael's solo debut 'Off the Wall,' I considered Louis a core member of my production team. He was a dear and beloved friend and brother, and I will miss his presence and joy of life every day.
Quincy JonesThereโs nothing in the world worse than having an opportunity that youโre not prepared for. Good luck usually follows the collision of opportunity and preparation - itโs a result of that collision. Youโve got to be prepared. So, make your mistakes now and make them quickly. If youโve made the mistakes, you know what to expect the next time. Thatโs how you become valuable.
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