Karl Denson is an American funk and jazz saxophonist, flutist and vocalist from Santa Ana, California. He was a member of Lenny Kravitz's band and has co-founded and led The Greyboy Allstars. Denson has recorded with artists including Jack DeJohnette, Dave Holland, Slightly Stoopid, Blind Boys of Alabama, Blackalicious, Stanton Moore, and Jon Foreman of the rock band Switchfoot. He continues to lead his own Karl Denson's Tiny Universe and Karl Denson Trio, while touring with the Rolling Stones since 2014 to date. Denson appears in the 1988 movie Coming To America as the saxophonist in the fictional band Sexual Chocolate. Members of KDTU include Denson, Chris Stillwell, Chris Littlefield, D. J. Williams, David Veith, Alan Evans and Seth Freeman KD3 comprises Denson with keyboardist Anthony Smith and drummer Brett Sanders.
| Born: | December 27, 1956 |
| Origin: | San Diego, California |
| Genres: | Jazz, funk, jam band |
| Occupation(s): | Musician, singer |
| Instruments: | Saxophone, flute, vocals |
| Associated acts: | The Greyboy Allstars, Lenny Kravitz, The Rolling Stones, Sexual Chocolate, Karl Denson's Tiny Universe |
| Twitter: | Karl Denson's Twitter profile |
| Facebook: | Karl Denson's Facebook profile |
About Karl Denson
Jazz and funk saxophonist, flautist, and singer. He founded a band called The Greyboy Allstars and also played with Lenny Kravitz's musical group.
Karl Denson Before Fame
He released his debut solo album, Blackened Red Snapper, in 1992.
Achievement of Karl Denson
He formed the Karl Denson Trio (KD3) with percussionist Brett Sanders and keyboard player Anthony Smith.
Karl Denson Family Life
He grew up in San Diego and Santa Ana, California.
Associations of Karl Denson
His albums with Lenny Kravitz include Mama Said and Let Love Rule.
Information related to Karl Denson
- American funk saxophonists
- American jazz flautists
- Jam bands
- Jazz musicians from California
- African-American jazz musicians
- American jazz saxophonists
- 21st-century saxophonists