American R&B musician James Mtume wiki, career, death, networth

James Mtume is a American jazz and R&B musician, songwriter, record producer, activist, and radio personality. He came to international prominence after working with Miles Davis between 1971 to 1975. Recently the musician died at the age of 76 on January 9, 2022. Come down to know more about American R&B musician James Mtume wiki, career, death, networth and many more:

James Mtume wiki / bio, parents, age, early life

James Forman, who is also famous by his stage name James Mtume is born on September 27, 1946 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, U.S. His Father, jazz saxophonist Jimmy Heath and mother Bertha Forman. He is raised by his step father, James “Hen Gates” Forman who is a Philadelphia local jazz pianist.

Mtume is raised in a musical family, with jazz artists frequently visiting his parents’ home. He studied piano and percussion, but he was more interested in swimming since he was a teenager, having won the distinction of first black Middle Atlantic AAU champion in the backstroke, and he enrolled at Pasadena City College on a swimming scholarship in 1966.

James Mtume career

While a student at Pasadena City College in 1966, Mtume joined the US Organization, a Black empowerment group formed by Hakim Jamal and Maulana Karenga. Karenga, who gave members of the group names to fit their personality attributes, gave Mtume his name, which means “messenger” in Swahili. He was a member of the first Kwanzaa celebrations in 1966. He and Clyde Halisi co-edited The Quotable Karenga in 1967, which has been described as “the best exposition of Karenga’s thoughts.” In 1969, Mtume left the United States Organization.

The American Jazz and R&B musician also won Grammy Award for Best R&B Song and also nominated for American Music Award for Favorite Soul/R&B Single. He is also involved in many music group such as Mtume, Heath Brothers, Players Association . He has also played in the movie Native Son.

James Mtume relationship : married, children

James Mtume was once married to his wife and has two childrens Damu Mtume and Fa time. The both children are involved in music field following their father’s footstep. James did not want to keep his relation out in public so it is still disclosed about their personal life. We will update soon once we get information regarding his personal life.

How much is James Mtume net worth?

The composer, musician is a renounced American Jazz and R&B musician. James Mtume net worth is about $7 million as per 2021. The per year annual salary of James Mtume salary is about $400000. His main source of income are music, radio presenter and writer , composer of many songs.

Talking about his social media, James has a very low fan following in his social media handles. His songs and write are quite unique.

How did James Mtume die?

James Mtume died in January 9, 2022 at the age of 76. The reason behind his death is still not disclosed in public and is confirmed by his niece, Lisa Lucas through a instagram post. Be in touch, to know about the reason behind his death. we will update it very soon.

So much loss. So much grief. Rest in power to Uncle Mtume. My late fathers partner in crime, the co-creator of the songs of my life (and about my birth!). He was essential part of the life of the man who made me, therefore me too. Gone now. He will be dearly, eternally missed. https://t.co/juDFpQBkMb

— Lisa Lucas (@likaluca) January 9, 2022