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Anthony Jackson

American electric bass guitar player, session musician, songwriter · United States · On the map · Musicians · Lived 1952 to 2025 · aged 73

Anthony Claiborne Jackson was an American bassist. Described as "one of the masters of the instrument", he performed as a session musician and live artist. He is also credited with the development of the modern six-string bass, which he referred to as an electric contrabass guitar.

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Country
United States
Category
Musicians
Type
Singer / Musician
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1952 to 2025 · aged 73

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