Jones showcased how changing a song ever so slightly can elevate it immensely. Beyond working together, the two became good friends with Sinatra often referring to Jones as “Q a

The extraordinarily productive executive, arranger, and producer put an indelible stamp on the sound of American music from Big Band greats to Thriller, the best selling record of all time.

Jones, whose career spanned seven decades, including as the producer of Jackson's historic Thriller album, has died aged 91. Quincy Jones, the music producer and composer, has died at the age of 91. Jones worked with Michael Jackson, Frank Sinatra, Ray Charles and countless other artists.