Quincy Jones: 10 songs that explain the music producer's brilliance

The musician, who has died aged 91, was one of the most consequential producers in jazz and pop.

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He certainly had the divine touch.

Jones, who had died at the age of 91, was the right-hand man to both Frank Sinatra and Michael Jackson, and helped to shape the sound of jazz and pop over more than 60 years.

His recordings revolutionised music by crossing genres, promoting unlikely collaborations and shaping modern production techniques.

Here are 10 songs that showcase his versatility and brilliance in the studio, and his ability to draw the best out of the musicians he worked with.

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