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John Francis "Jaco" Pastorius III (/ ˈ dʒ ɑː k oʊ p æ ˈ s t ɔːr i ə s /; December 1, 1951 – September 21, 1987) was an American jazz bassist, composer, and producer. Widely regarded as one of the greatest and most influential bassists of all time, Pastorius recorded albums as a solo artist, band leader, and as a member of the jazz fusion group Weather Report from 1976 to 1981.
Learn how Jaco Pastorius, the master of the fretless electric bass, became a drummer, a jazz player, a composer and a legend. From his early musical influences to his tragic death, discover the stories and the legacy of the man who revolutionized the bass guitar.
Dec 1, 2023 · Jaco Pastorius often told people that he was the greatest bass player in the world. During his brief, mercurial career, that claim didn’t seem that crazy. Jaco Pastorius often told people that ...
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Jaco Pastorius the world’s greatest bass player. Explore Essential Music. Weather Report: 8:30 (Live) Joni Mitchell: Shadows & Light (Live) Twins I & II ...
Nov 27, 2015 · Nov. 27, 2015. When Jaco Pastorius first met Joe Zawinul, the keyboardist and composer behind Weather Report, he had his introduction ready. “My name is John Francis Pastorius III,” he said ...
Portrait of Jaco. by Steve Rosen (1978) Jaco Pastorius, at 26, has developed bass playing capabilities putting him at the top of the technical ladder. He combines an R&B feel with strict jazz lines to produce a style like none other. Using a distinctive muted sound and employing harmonics in a nouveau fashion, he is in constant demand as a ...
Jaco Pastorius is the debut solo album by Jaco Pastorius, released in 1976 by Epic Records. The album was produced by Bobby Colomby, drummer and founder of Blood, Sweat & Tears. [5]
