[Dixielandjazz] Hugh Maskela Query

[Bill Haesler]

Paul Kurtz Jr wrote:
> ...check out the original version of Grazin’ in the Grass and you’ll find him. He originally had support from Herb Alpert and A&M Records. He’s done a lot of African music. 

Dear Paul,
I did. The original at:
   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UKcGCObEb28
But what made him a "living legend"?
Not all 'famous' people are living legends.
Very kind regards,
Bill.