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David "Fathead" Newman was a celebrated American saxophonist known for his soulful and bluesy style in jazz and rhythm-and-blues music. He was highly regarded for his work as a session musician and bandleader, but he made a significant impact as a sideman on iconic recordings with Ray Charles in the 1950s and early 1960s. Newman was a key figure in the jazz world, earning acclaim for his rich tone and naturally soulful playing on the saxophone, especially in the "Texas Tenor" tradition.