John Coltrane, legendary saxophonist and composer. Born in 1926, Coltrane’s early career saw him play with the likes of Dizzy Gillespie and Miles Davis, but it was in the 1960s that he truly reshaped the landscape of jazz. Albums like A Love Supreme and Giant Steps are iconic for their complexity and emotional depth, marking Coltrane as not only a master of the saxophone but a spiritual innovator in music. His relentless pursuit of artistic expression and personal growth has made him one of the most influential figures in the history of jazz.