David Lastie

David Lastie
Background information
Born
David Lastie

(1934-11-11)November 11, 1934
New Orleans, Louisiana
DiedDecember 5, 1987(1987-12-05) (aged 53)
New Orleans, Louisiana
GenresRhythm and blues, Jazz
OccupationsSaxophonist, bandleader, composer
Years activec.1952 – 1987
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David Lastie, Sr. (November 11, 1934- December 5, 1987) was an American jazz and rhythm & blues saxophonist, bandleader, and composer from the musical Lastie family who played and recorded for more than thirty years.

During his career Lastie was featured on many R&B recordings for artists such as Guitar Slim, Sugarboy Crawford, Eddie Bo, Jessie Hill, James Booker, Dr. John, Earl King, Snooks Eaglin, and Huey "Piano" Smith.