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John William Casady (born April 13, 1944) is an American bass guitarist, best known as a member of Jefferson Airplane and Hot Tuna. Jefferson Airplane became the first successful exponent of the San Francisco Sound. [1] Singles including "Somebody to Love" and "White Rabbit" charted in 1967 and 1968.
Nov 30, 2022 · Long considered one of rock’s first bass heroes, Jack Casady has been thumping and plucking four-strings in front of audiences since the mid ‘60s – first as a member of the Jefferson Airplane, and then as part of Hot Tuna.
Learn about the legendary bassist behind Jefferson Airplane and Hot Tuna, who celebrates his 75th birthday in 2019. Read his interview from 1969 and his reflections on his musical journey with Jorma Kaukonen.
- Weight of Sin – Jack Casady, Dream Factor [Eagle, 2003] Solo Jack: Casady turns up the funk and effects on this bass-led instrumental from his lone solo album.
- Watch the North Wind Rise – Hot Tuna, Hoppkorv [RCA, 1976] Support Jack: A stellar example of Casady’s aptitude for, above all else, supporting a great song.
- Water Song – Hot Tuna, Burgers [RCA, 1972] Fuzz Jack: Always a master of tone and applying different bass sounds, Casady soars with an overdriven growl that somehow blends perfectly with Jorma Kaukonen’s acoustic guitar on this timeless track from arguably Hot Tuna’s best album.
- Sunrise – Paul Kanter/Jefferson Starship, Blows Against the Empire [RCA, 1970] Multi Jack: Grace Slick’s singular, chamber-style piece is built upon multiple tracks of Casady’s howling, overdriven bass choir.
Hot Tuna is an American blues rock band formed in 1969 by former Jefferson Airplane members Jorma Kaukonen (guitarist/vocals) and Jack Casady (bassist). [3] . Although it has always been a fluid aggregation, with musicians coming and going over the years, the band's center has always been Kaukonen and Casady's ongoing collaboration. History.
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Sep 23, 2023 · Bassist Jack Casady talks about Hot Tuna's farewell tour, new songs, Jimi Hendrix collaboration and more in an interview with WRUR. He also shares his tips for staying fresh and joyful in rock and roll.
2 days ago · Explore Hot Tuna’s legacy, from their rich history and discography to the latest tour dates. Dive into the world of Jorma Kaukonen and Jack Casady.
