JAZZ PIONEER Freddie Hubbard has died at the age of 70.
The trumpet player, who worked with jazz greats Mile Davis and John Coltrane, died at a Los Angeles hospital on Monday night, his manager confirmed today.
Hubbard, who was considered a ground-breaking musician, had been in hospital since suffering a heart attack in November.
During his career, he not only collaborated with Davis and Coltrane, but also worked with legendary jazz pianist Herbie Hancock, and hasinfluenced many trumpet players throughout the years with his unique style.
His long-time manager Davis Weiss said: "He played faster, longer, higher and with more energy than any other trumpeter of his era."
Hubbard won a Grammy Award in 1972 for Best Jazz Performance By A Group and has played on more than 300 recordings including with his most recent band, The New Jazz Composers Octet.
But his career was threatened in the early 90s when, after years of constant touring, he developed a lip injury which meant he was only able to play on an occasional basis.
"I advise any young trumpeter not to do what I did because that style could be hazardous to your health," he said last year.
He is survived by his wife of 35 years, Briggie Hubbard, and his son Duane.