Allen Richard Toussaint (/ ˈtuːsɑːnt /; January 14, 1938 – November 10, 2015) was an American musician, songwriter, arranger, and record producer. He was an influential figure in New Orleans rhythm and blues from the 1950s to the end of the century, described as "one of popular music's great backroom figures." [1] .

1 day ago · On Thursday, the U.S. Postal Service released a stamp bearing a portrait of Allen Toussaint, the iconic New Orleans songwriter, producer and pianist. He is now the 48th honoree of the Postal ...

Allen Toussaint and Dr. John perform a duet. The 14th Dalai Lama got out of his seat and came over to watch and listen closely in obvious delight. This is the discography for American R&B-jazz musician Allen Toussaint.

1 day ago · NEW ORLEANS — The U.S. Postal Service has unveiled a new Black Heritage Series Forever Stamp honoring legendary New Orleans musician Allen Toussaint (1938-2015), a visionary whose work in jazz ...

1 day ago · Ten years after his death, the U.S. Postal Service is putting a well-deserved focus on New Orleans music legend Allen Toussaint by honoring him with a postage stamp in its 2025 Black Heritage serie…

Apr 20, 2024 · Allen Toussaint (1938–2015), a true son of New Orleans, was the heartbeat of the city’s iconic rhythm and blues sound, bringing its infectious groove to audiences around the globe.

Dec 25, 2024 · A beloved Creole gentleman, Allen Toussaint was a hometown hero and giant on the American music scene. He wrote over 800 songs and produced regional and national hit records such We celebrate the songmaker, piano “professor” and producer from New Orleans who passed away suddenly in November, 2015.

2 days ago · The U.S. Postal Service today celebrated the iconic New Orleans musician Allen Toussaint (1938-2015) as the 48th honoree in the Black Heritage stamp series. Toussaint played a pivotal role in shaping the unique sound of New Orleans music and introducing it to a global audience around the world. “His profound musical contributions have ...

Dec 16, 2024 · The Postal Service will release its latest Black Heritage stamp, honoring musician Allen Toussaint, on Thursday, Jan. 30. The 48th honoree in the series, Toussaint (1938-2015) was a virtuoso pianist, singer, songwriter, composer, arranger and producer. He helped shape the unique sound of New Orleans music and played a pivotal role in sharing it ...

May 18, 2018 · Allen Toussaint made a name for himself in the music industry with such diverse talents as songwriter, singer, pianist, arranger, composer, producer, studio head, and talent scout. In a career spanning four decades, the New Orleans native has penned classics such as "Working in the Coal Mine" and "Southern Nights" and produced chart-toppers ...