Sun Ra

Sun Ra was an American experimental jazz musician and composer. He was born Sonny Blount on May 22, 1914, in Birmingham, Alabama. Ra was a pioneer of avant-garde jazz and was known for his unique blend of jazz, blues, and science fiction. He was also a prolific composer and wrote over 100 compositions during his career. Ra was a strong advocate for African American rights and was a vocal critic of racism. He was based in Chicago and was a key figure in the city's jazz scene.