James Mingo Lewis
b. 1953 in New York City — d. 2026
James "Mingo" Lewis (December 8, 1953 – January 27, 2026) was an American percussionist and drummer who played with Santana, Al Di Meola (he was a band member for Di Meola's first five albums), Return to Forever, and The Tubes.
Death
Lewis died on January 27, 2026, at the age of 72.
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- Born
- 1953-12-08 · New York City
- Also works as
- drummer
- Plays
- keyboard instrument
- Died
- 2026-01-27
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