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Phil Ranelin

★ May 25, 1939 · Indianapolis, Indiana, United States
Birth data: AA — Absolutely Accurate
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Moon Sign
Leo
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Sun Sign
Taurus
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Ascendant
Leo
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Nakshatra
Magha
Birth Star
Current Dasha · Saturn / Venus / Venus · Dec 2025 – Jul 2026
Entertain/MusicSelfEmployedSkills- SpecialistLife Path 7Destiny Number 3Soul Number 8Personality Number 4Kabbalah Number 1

Phil Ranelin's Vedic Astrology at a Glance

Phil Ranelin has a Leo Moon sign, Magha Nakshatra and a Leo Ascendant in the Vedic (sidereal) birth chart. The sidereal Sun sign is Taurus.

Phil Ranelin Birth Details

Date of birthMay 25, 1939
Birth time1:40 PM
Birth placeIndianapolis, Indiana, United States
Birth data rating
AA — Absolutely Accurate

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What is Phil Ranelin's Moon sign?

Phil Ranelin's Moon sign is Leo in the Vedic (sidereal) zodiac.

What is Phil Ranelin's Nakshatra?

Phil Ranelin's Moon Nakshatra is Magha, with the Moon in Leo.

What is Phil Ranelin's Ascendant?

Phil Ranelin's Ascendant (Lagna) is Leo in the Vedic (sidereal) birth chart.

What is Phil Ranelin's zodiac sign?

In Vedic (sidereal) astrology, Phil Ranelin's Sun sign is Taurus. Western (tropical) astrology uses a different zodiac, so a Western horoscope may show a different sign.

What is Phil Ranelin's birth date and birth time?

Phil Ranelin was born on May 25, 1939 at 1:40 PM in Indianapolis, Indiana, United States. The birth data is rated AA (Absolutely Accurate).

Biography

Who is Phil Ranelin?

American jazz and experimental music trombonist, who started his career as a session musician on many Motown recordings, including with Stevie Wonder. In 1971, he and Wendell Harrison formed a group called The Tribe, which was an avant-garde jazz ensemble devoted to black consciousness. Alongside it he co-founded Tribe Records. He released several albums as a leader in the 1970s, and continued with The Tribe project until 1978. Following this, Ranelin worked with Freddie Hubbard. Ranelin worked mostly locally in Detroit in the following decades, and did not find widespread acceptance among jazz aficionados. However, he eventually came to the attention of rare groove collectors who became increasingly interested in his work. As a result, Tortoise drummer John McEntire remastered some of Ranelins older material and re-released it on Hefty Records. A remix album soon followed, which included an appearance from Telefon Tel Aviv. Link to Wikipedia biography
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Phil Ranelin (Phil Ranelin) - Public Profile

Birth: May 25, 1939
Birthplace: Indianapolis, United States

Occupation: Jazz trombonist, composer, bandleader

Overview

Phil Ranelin is an American jazz trombonist and composer best known for his role as a co‑founder of Tribe Records, a small independent label that emerged in the early 1970s to document innovative jazz with spiritual and Afrocentric influences. Born in Indianapolis in 1939, Ranelin became a pivotal figure in the 1970s independent jazz scene, contributing to a movement that emphasized artist control and collaborative production.

Career highlights

  • Co-founded Tribe Records (circa 1971) with Wendell Harrison, creating a platform for underrepresented jazz musicians.
  • Led and participated in ensembles associated with the Tribe collective, helping to shape a distinct voice within spiritual/afrocentric jazz.
  • Contributed compositions and performances that are frequently cited in discussions of 1970s independent jazz labels and catalogs.

News and public presence

Public reporting on Phil Ranelin in major outlets has historically focused on his early‑career work and on the Tribe Records catalog. In the 2010s and 2020s, there has been renewed interest in Tribe’s legacy through retrospectives and archival releases, highlighting Ranelin''s role as a founder and performer.

Social media

There is no widely recognized official public social media profile clearly attributed to Phil Ranelin. Public engagement around his work is often carried through archival channels, interview excerpts, and posts related to the Tribe catalog on various platforms.

Recent projects and legacy

Ranelin''s legacy centers on the Tribe Records story and its influence on later jazz generations. The catalog has inspired reissues and discussions among jazz historians and enthusiasts, underscoring the impact of independent label initiatives in the 1970s. Specific, up‑to‑date projects by Ranelin may be documented in jazz archives and interview repositories.

Additional notes

For the latest verified information, consult jazz history resources, archival interviews, and library collections that cover Detroit’s Tribe Records era and Phil Ranelin’s contributions to the jazz canon.

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Which planetary combinations are in Phil Ranelin's birth chart?

1 FOUND

Phil Ranelin's chart shows 1 challenging combination.

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Which dasha is Phil Ranelin running now?

VIMSHOTTARI

Phil Ranelin is currently in the Saturn mahadasha, running from Dec 22, 2025 to Jul 2, 2026.

PREVIOUSOct 25, 2025 - Dec 22, 2025
Saturn / Ketu / Mercury
NOWDec 22, 2025 - Jul 2, 2026
Saturn / Venus / Venus
NEXTJul 2, 2026 - Aug 29, 2026
Saturn / Venus / Sun
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What do Phil Ranelin's numerology numbers say?

Phil Ranelin's core numbers are Life Path 7, Destiny 3, Soul Urge 8, Personality 4, Kabbalah Number 1, Birth 7.

∞Life Path
7

Chaldean Life Path 7 is Ketu-like—analysis, mystery, and spiritual depth. It indicates learning through research, introspection, and inner truth.

◎Destiny
3

Chaldean Destiny 3 indicates creative expression and communication. It supports writing, speaking, marketing, media, and artistic visibility.

❖Soul Urge
8

Chaldean Soul 8 desires achievement and influence. It seeks measurable success, respect, and mastery over material outcomes.

◇Personality
4

Chaldean Personality 4 appears practical, reliable, and disciplined. Others often see consistency, structure, and hard work.

∞Kabbalah Number
1

Kabbalah Number 1 reflects an inner spiritual code of initiative and self-direction. It supports willpower, clarity, and a strong identity path.

✦Birth
7

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