Jessy Dixon [1084407] Gender: Male Popularity: 0.1683 Birthplace: San Antonio, Texas Birthday: 1938-03-12 Deathday: 2011-09-26 Age: 73 years Movies: 11 Links: Homepage, IMDB 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, earning seven Grammy nominations. A regular on Bill Gaither’s Homecoming series, he died of cancer in 2011, leaving a lasting gospel legacy. Rock of Ages2008-04-15 A Campfire Homec2008-02-08 Paul Simon and F2007-06-27 Canadian Homecom2006-02-07 Live From Toront2006-01-01 Freedom Band2002-01-29 Memphis Homecomi2000-04-23 Good News2000-01-01 Sweet Sweet Spir1999-01-01 All Day Singing 1998-01-01 Homecoming Texas1996-01-01