Jaco Pastorius
Renowned jazz fusion bassist and composer
A prominent electric bassist, developed a unique style that combined jazz, funk, and rock, often using harmonics and complex rhythms. Released the influential self-titled album, which includes compositions like 'Teen Town' and 'Continental Shuffle'. Worked with the jazz band Weather Report, contributing to albums like 'Heavy Weather'. Around the 1970s, helped establish a new approach to bass guitar, showcasing its potential as a lead instrument in jazz. Also engaged in producing and collaborating with various artists throughout a prolific career until his untimely death.
Released the self-titled album 'Jaco Pastorius'
Collaborated with Weather Report on 'Heavy Weather'
Pioneered the use of harmonics in bass playing
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