Anthony Jackson (musician)

Anthony Jackson
Jackson in 2007 playing a Contrabass Guitar
Jackson in 2007 playing a Contrabass Guitar
Background information
Birth nameAnthony Claiborne Jackson
Born (1952-06-23) June 23, 1952 (age 72)
New York City, USA
GenresJazz, jazz fusion, R&B, funk
OccupationMusician
InstrumentBass guitar
Years active1970–present

Anthony Jackson (born June 23, 1952) is an American bassist. Described as "one of the masters of the instrument",[1] he has performed as a session musician and live artist. He is also credited with the development of the modern six-string bass, which he refers to as a contrabass guitar.

  1. ^ "Anthony Jackson : Biography & History". AllMusic. Retrieved January 19, 2020.