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Double Bass Favorite bassist
- Thread starter frost13
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GARY F"N PEACOCK!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Oh... and me... In my own self absorbed iconoclastic state of being.. I really think we spend too much time putting others on pedestals and ignoring ourselves!
I've only heard a couple of recordings he has played on, I like what he does but it never really grabbed me. Could someone suggest a recording he is on that may "show me the light".
My favorites are Ron Carter, Dave Holland, Mingus (of course), and I have heard a few things with Slam Stewart which I really dig. Scott LaFaro is also one of the tops. One guy I haven't seen mentioned too much, Jimmy Garrison. I love the things he played on "A Love Supreme" plus Ornette Coleman's "New York Is Now."
My favorites are Ron Carter, Dave Holland, Mingus (of course), and I have heard a few things with Slam Stewart which I really dig. Scott LaFaro is also one of the tops. One guy I haven't seen mentioned too much, Jimmy Garrison. I love the things he played on "A Love Supreme" plus Ornette Coleman's "New York Is Now."
JazznFunk
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My short list.....
*Larry Grenadier
*Scott LaFaro
*John Patitucci (love his upright playing MORE than electric, contrary to what others have expressed)
*Charlie Haden
*Gary Peacock
*Marc Johnson
*Matt Golombisky (fine upright player I used to study with... lives in New Orleans now)
*Mike Holstein (local player... needs to move to New York because he could KILL <lol>)
Others I also dig are Ben Street, Scott Colley, and John Goldsby.
*Larry Grenadier
*Scott LaFaro
*John Patitucci (love his upright playing MORE than electric, contrary to what others have expressed)
*Charlie Haden
*Gary Peacock
*Marc Johnson
*Matt Golombisky (fine upright player I used to study with... lives in New Orleans now)
*Mike Holstein (local player... needs to move to New York because he could KILL <lol>)
Others I also dig are Ben Street, Scott Colley, and John Goldsby.
With the exception of the two guys you know personally (whom I have never heard play), I agree completely. Those guys can ALL play.
If you like stuff along those lines, you'd love Jimmy Sutton from the Four Charms, Jake Irwin of Hot Club of Cowtown, Kevin Smith, Matt Weiner.
Also give a listen to Willie Dixon's work with the Big Three, and Milt Hinton with Cab Calloway's band, especially Ebony Silhouette, Slappin' the Bass, and Joshua Fit the Battle of Jericho.
I think most of us agree on the greats of the past- Mingus, Ray Brown, Paul Chambers, Scott LaFaro, LeRoy Vinnegar and so forth. Let me just mention a few contemporary players and why I like them.
Charlie Haden: Because he plays bass. I tend to lose interest when I hear someone noodling around in the upper register where the bass sounds like a ukulele
Also because he's an object lesson in economy of notes. His recording of spirituals and gospel tunes with Hank Jones is a perfect example.
Glen Moore: Because he really stretches the conception of what the role of the bass is. I don't think anyone else sounds like him. Moore's duo recordings with Nancy King are among my favorite disks. If you haven't heard a King & Moore CD, rush out and buy one.
Marian Haden (no relation to Charlie). An incredibly powerful and lyrical Detroit area player- she knocks me out. A local trumpet player said to me "She plays like a MAN!" (Hey, I'm just quoting here.)
Charlie Haden: Because he plays bass. I tend to lose interest when I hear someone noodling around in the upper register where the bass sounds like a ukulele
Also because he's an object lesson in economy of notes. His recording of spirituals and gospel tunes with Hank Jones is a perfect example. Glen Moore: Because he really stretches the conception of what the role of the bass is. I don't think anyone else sounds like him. Moore's duo recordings with Nancy King are among my favorite disks. If you haven't heard a King & Moore CD, rush out and buy one.
Marian Haden (no relation to Charlie). An incredibly powerful and lyrical Detroit area player- she knocks me out. A local trumpet player said to me "She plays like a MAN!" (Hey, I'm just quoting here.)
I just cannot hear enough of Edgar Meyer right now. I first heard of him back in '90 when a friend had an advance dub of the master for "Work in Progress". In July of '91, I got to actually meet the man at breakfast. I'm pretty sure his eyes were not open, but he was wise and friendly.
I've loved the music of Charles Mingus, and studied with Dr. Milton Masciadri, but I would love to be a lot more like Edgar. My goal is to be a succesful bassist in popular and folk music.
I've loved the music of Charles Mingus, and studied with Dr. Milton Masciadri, but I would love to be a lot more like Edgar. My goal is to be a succesful bassist in popular and folk music.
Sorry, but I have the standards up there....
Geddy Lee, Steve Harris, Stu.......and many, many, more....but those are the most influencing in my playing I think (or would like to think
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Geddy Lee, Steve Harris, Stu.......and many, many, more....but those are the most influencing in my playing I think (or would like to think
)Originally posted by Pako
Geddy Lee, Steve Harris, Stu.......and many, many, more....but those are the most influencing in my playing I think (or would like to think
Well I like those guys too, Pako. But this is a doublebass thread (translation: upright or acoustic bass, not electric). Don't feel bad. It was an honest mistake.
My appology! 
Pete Hand, a local here that I was fortunate enough to have had some instruction under him while playing in Orchestra. Among his classical perfection, his techniques while playing jazz in local clubs was inspiring to watch. His energy, feeling, and articulation was outstanding.
Pete Hand, a local here that I was fortunate enough to have had some instruction under him while playing in Orchestra. Among his classical perfection, his techniques while playing jazz in local clubs was inspiring to watch. His energy, feeling, and articulation was outstanding.
JazznFunk
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I've recently been hipped to Ben Allison, whose playing I've really become enamoured with as of late. In addition to his work with Medicine Wheel, I love a recording he did with Bill Gerhardt and Pere Soto called "Particular Vernacular." Dave Liebman, Dave Douglas, and Jeff Ballard were also on that date. I've had the pleasure of playing with Bill on a couple of occasions when he's been back home here in Asheville and he kicks my butt to say the least.
Anyway, I have to add Ben to my list of faves as well. Anyone else up on Ben's playing besides me?
Anyway, I have to add Ben to my list of faves as well. Anyone else up on Ben's playing besides me?
Not a DBer and wouldn't claim to be as much of a connoisseur as most of the folks here but surprised no-one's mentioned David Izenzon. His inventive and melodic playing on Ornette Coleman's "Live at the Golden Circle" albums really stands out for me.
JazznFunk
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Ed,
Kind of off topic I guess, but what's the scene like in south Florida for jazz? With UofM down there I'm assuming it's pretty hip, but since you know some cats down there, I figured you might have some extra insight. I'm thinking of moving there or to Boston after college to settle in and try to expand my horizons & get my butt kicked by some much more advanced players.
Much thanks....
Kind of off topic I guess, but what's the scene like in south Florida for jazz? With UofM down there I'm assuming it's pretty hip, but since you know some cats down there, I figured you might have some extra insight. I'm thinking of moving there or to Boston after college to settle in and try to expand my horizons & get my butt kicked by some much more advanced players.
Much thanks....
