The renowned American jazz drummer Jack DeJohnette has passed away at the age of 83 in Woodstock, New York. His management and ECM Records confirmed his death, which occurred on Sunday in the presence of his wife and close friends. DeJohnette was one of the most influential jazz drummers of his generation, contributing significantly to music history through collaborations with legendary artists such as John Coltrane, Miles Davis, Herbie Hancock, Keith Jarrett, and Charles Lloyd. Throughout his career, he worked across various jazz styles, including blues, bebop, hard bop, soul jazz, and rock jazz. Born in Chicago in 1942, DeJohnette initially played piano before switching to drums during high school and studying music professionally. He began his career in 1966 in New York, playing with Coltrane and Charles Lloyd's quartet, and later co-founded the Keith Jarrett Trio in the 1980s. As a prominent figure at ECM Records from the 1970s, he recorded numerous albums as a sideman, leader, or under his own name, including 'Special Edition,' 'Song X,' and 'New Directions.' DeJohnette was celebrated for his artistic versatility and innovative approach, blending influences from various musical genres and cultures. In 2016, Rolling Stone ranked him 40th among the '100 Greatest Drummers of All Time.' DeJohnette's legacy endures as a pioneering jazz musician known for his expressive drumming style and musical breadth.