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Aaron Germain (bass)
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Spending 15 years as a busy hired-gun bass player, Aaron has been through all sorts of adventures; traveling the world and learning from the masters. This album displays his wide range of music experiences. Growing up in Massachusetts, he... -
Abdullah Shakar (bass)
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Abdullah Shakar was born in Diyarbekir. He began to play oud and saz when he was 9 years old and studied kurdish, arabic maqam mods with Neset Gucmen. Also he was interested and played kurdish, armenian, persian and arabic musics for a... -
Adam Ben Ezra (bass)
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Double-Bass phenomenon and YouTube sensation Adam Ben Ezra; a man seemingly on a mission to bring his instrument from its status as a background note to the dominant front-presence it deserves. Along the way Adam has been pushing his craft... -
Adam Cohen (bass)
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In a city where the best in the business have set the bar high for those that follow, Adam Cohen has aspired to follow in their footsteps. Along the way, he has found his own voice among the many gifted musicians in Los Angeles. A true... -
Adam Fine (bass)
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Torontonian Adam S. Fine had long planned to be a jazz double bassist. Picking-up and moving to Halifax for no particular reason in 2000 quickly changed the plan. Fine was surprised to quickly find himself as a popular sideman in the local... -
Adam Lanfrey (bass)
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Adam Linz (bass)
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Adam is a well-known bass player in the Twin Cities jazz scene. He co-leads the internationally award-winning group Fat Kid Wednesdays with childhood friends Mike Lewis and JT Bates, touring extensively throughout Europe and North America.... -
Adam Minkoff (bass)
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Born: New York City School: Berklee Plays/Played With: Knucklebean The Million & 1 Dalmatian Dogs Color And Talea Sesroh Scott Chasolen The Seed & The Sprawl Woodman Doc Ellis Philly B Eats The Prigs Katie Pearlman Band Porous Orchestra... -
Adam Pultz Melbye (bass)
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I was born in 1981 and grew up in the country-side near the old and beautiful town of Ribe which has a quiteactive cultural life that is unfortunately constantly challenged by the menace of local right-wing and ignorant politicians with... -
Adi Meyerson (bass)
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Adi Meyerson Is An Israeli Raised Bassist And Composer. She was born in San Francisco to American Parents. At the age of two, she relocated with her family to Jerusalem, Israel, where she grew up. Adi received her first musical training at... -
Adrian Vedady (bass)
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Ahmed Abdul-Malik (bass)
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Bassist Ahmed Abdul-Malik was one of the first musicians to introduce Arabic music into jazz and the first to use the oud, a pear-shaped, traditional Middle Eastern stringed instrument similar to a lute as a jazz instrument. He was born on... -
Ahmed Baghdadi (bass)
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Aidan Carroll (bass)
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At 28 years old, Aidan Carroll, versatile bassist and composer has shared the stage with such artists as Donald Fagen, Warren Haynes, John Abercrombie, Ben Monder, Nasheet Waits, Adam Cruz and more. Aidan has performed at such... -
Ajamu Akinyele (bass)
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You've heard the buzz about his latest CD Black Magic The Cyber Jazz Experience, predicted to be one of “The Best Independent Jazz Album's of 2006," from music critics around the world. You've seen the amazing album cover. You've... -
Al Swainger (bass)
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Al Swainger is a musician who happens to be a bassist. He is also a composer, improviser and FX enthusiast. His eclectic tastes have led to making music in a wide variety of genres over the years with literally hundreds of musicians.... -
Alan Davey (bass)
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Alan Davey is an English musician, best known as the former bassist with Hawkwind. He is now the bass player and vocalist for Gunslinger as well as The Psychedelic Warlords. -
Albey Balgochian (bass)
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Relentlessly pursuing his love for his instrument, NYC bassist Albey Balgochian captures the pure essence of soul in his playing. Synchronistically introspective and extrospective, he explores self-expression, uncovering sounds of profound... -
Alejandro Herrera (bass)
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Alejandro Herrera: (Electric bass player - Double bass player - Composer - Arranger - Teacher) Born January 26, 1960 - Capital Federal - Buenos Aires - Argentina High School studues complete. University studies: Second year at Economy –... -
Alessandro Fongaro (bass)
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Alessandro Fongaro (1991, Valdagno, Italy) is a bassist and composer based in The Netherlands. In the late 2013, he embraced the role of band-leader putting together the Alessandro Fongaro 5et: a very international project that feautures... -
Alessandro Olivieri (bass)
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Hi, my name is Alessandro Olivieri. I’m 43 years old, and live in Bologna. I have been interested in jazz since 1980. Before that, I was absorbed in the study of classical piano. I have always taken private lessons because I like to take... -
Alex Blake (bass)
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Alex Blake Quartet / Quintet (bass)
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The Alex Blake Quartet: Alex Blake - Electric & Acoustic Bass, Chris Hunter - Sax, Ted Cruz / Benito Gonzalez - Keyboards, Victor Jones - Drums, Neil Clarke - Percussion. Alex Blake's recording and touring dates read like a “who's... -
Alex Frank (bass)
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He may only be in his 20’s, but Alex Frank has already established himself as a first-call bassist for film (Jersey Boys, Black Nativity), television (You’re The Worst, Modern Family, Friends With Better Lives), and records (Bruce... -
Alex Lefaivre (bass)
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Alex Lefaivre is a bass player, composer and label owner based out of Montreal, QC, Canada. Equally proficient on both the upright and electric bass, Alex is a fearless original known for his unique artistic voice, passionate work ethic... -
Alexander Ayala (bass)
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Alex Ayala-Bassist/Composer Born in Rio Piedras,Puerto Rico,Bassist/Composer Alex Ayala is one of the most promising Musicians on the Scene.He studied in “Escuela Libre de Musica",and “Conservatorio de Musica Puerto Rico",in wich... -
Alexi David (bass)
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Hola, and welcome to my website. My name is Alexi David, and I'm a Composer/Double Bassist/Human. It's been and continues to be, an interesting journey. So here goes... I was born in Cyprus, and raised in Park Slope, Brooklyn, before the... -
Alexis Cuadrado (bass)
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A native of Barcelona and resident in New York since 1999, Alexis Cuadrado is an active member of the city¹s jazz scene. He currently leads the Alexis Cuadrado Quartet, an outlet for his compositions, and the band Alexis Cuadrado-Trio... -
Alon Nir (bass)
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Alphonso Johnson (bass)
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Anders (bass)
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Anders Jormin (bass)
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Anders Jormin was born 1957 in Jönköping, Sweden. After intense studies, he left Musikhögskolan in Göteborg with diplomas in double-bass and improvisation / pedagogy in 1979. Today as a doublebass-player and composer, AJ is a frequent... -
André Carvalho (bass)
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Andre Lyles (bass)
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Andrea Veneziani (bass)
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Since arriving in New York City in the summer of 2009 on a scholarship from the Fulbright Commission for Educational and Cultural Exchange between Italy and the United States, Andrea Veneziani has been turning heads with his virtuosic... -
Andreas Edelmann (bass)
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Andres Marcos Revellado (bass)
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Andrés-Marcos Revellado is a Spanish multi-instrumentalist based in Zurich, who started very early his musical formation. Trained jazz bass and double bass player; plays also guitar, piano and drums. Swimmer against stream; his approach... -
Andrew Golba (bass)
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Andy Eulau (bass)
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Andy Lalasis (bass)
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For over 10 years, Andy Lalasis was the bassist who accompanied all the visiting headliners at the legendary Elaine’s lounge, within Atlantic City’s fondly-remembered Steve Wynn's Golden Nugget Hotel and Casino. Those headliners... -
Andy McKee (bass)
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Whether you are talking about Andy McKee’s bass playing or his way of moving through life, three words say it - strength, passion and artistry. Having performed for twenty-five years with many jazz greats, his reputation stretches from... -
Andy Rice (bass)
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Andy Rice grew up in rural Northern Maine. While growing up, although he didn't have any formal bass or jazz training, he absorbed music from wherever he could. He played at church, in the tiny school concert band, and with various local... -
Angel Gaston Joya Perellada (bass)
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Anthony Dozier (bass)
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Started playing during the late 60's, Studied Theory and Harmony at Kennedy-king College in Chicago. Performed in Blues, R&B, and Gospel ensembles as well as Jazz Bands here in the U.S. If you are interested in hiring me,contact me by... -
Anthony Pell (bass)
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Professional Melbourne bass player, Anthony Pell has been playing music for over 20 years and bass guitar since 2000 playing hundreds of gigs throughout Melbourne and Victoria. Influenced by Flea (Red Hot Chili Peppers), James Jamerson and... -
Antonio Correa (bass)
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Ari Roland (bass)
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Ari Roland (bass) was born and raised in New York City. He began playing bass at the age of 12 and was working professionally by age 16. He studied at The Juilliard School and has played in the bands of jazz legends such as Lou Donaldson,... -
Ariel de la Portilla (bass)
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Ariel de la Portilla was born in the city of Matanzas, Cuba where he lived until immigrating with his parents to the United States in September of 1980. He was raised in the southwest area of Miami, Florida. The neighborhood better known... -
Arjen Gorter (bass)
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Arjen Gorter (2 januari 1948, Amsterdam, The Netherlands) played accordeon at age 8, guitar at 12 and double bass from age 16. He is self-taught, but for a few months of classical bass lessons and some semesters of weekly jazz workshops... -
Arnon Palty (bass)
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Bassit, composer and arranger, Dr. Arnon Palty is a graduate of Berklee School of music (B.A.) and Manhattan School of music (M.M. in Jazz composition and arranging)and holds a Ph.D degree with highest distinction from Bar Ilan University...
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