He’s the genius behind some of the greatest hits of the 20th century. He sold over 150 million records worldwide - including the top-selling album of all time, Thriller. He worked alongside legendary artists such as Michael Jackson, Frank Sinatra, Stevie Wonder, Miles Davis, Donna Summer, Jane Fonda, Lionel Richie, Steven Spielberg… Nearly a year after his passing, here is the artistic journey of a music industry icon.
A trumpeter, producer, arranger, songwriter and conductor all at once, Quincy Jones is one of the most influential, protean and prolific artists of our time. Over the 70 years of his career, he always navigated with ease between genres, from classical to jazz, disco, funk, bossa nova or hip-hop. Gifted with flair and audacity, he gave shape to popular music by producing rising stars such as Donna Summer and of course, Michael Jackson! Aware of the unlikelihood of his journey in a profoundly racist society, Quincy - the first black man to run a music label - has always fought for the recognition of African-American culture.
A full archive documentary that traces back the success story of an icon who revolutionized the history of modern music, and who continues to influence some of today's greatest artists.
Direction: Olivier Lemaire
Production: Effervescence & Musicamour for France Télévisions, NITV & Radio-Canada
Photo: ©Robyn Twomey
For the 1st anniversary of his death on November 3, 2025