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Jaco Pastorius

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American jazz bassist (1951-1987)

United StatesMusiciansLived 1951 to 1987 · aged 35
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John Francis Anthony Pastorius III, also known as Jaco Pastorius, was an American jazz bassist, composer, and producer.

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A replica of Pastorius' "Bass of Doom"A replica of Pastorius' "Bass of Doom"Jaco Pastorius, Jazz at the Opera House, San Francisco CA 2/22/82Jaco Pastorius, Jazz at the Opera House, San Francisco CA 2/22/82

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John Francis Anthony Pastorius III, also known as Jaco Pastorius, was an American jazz bassist, composer, and producer. Widely regarded as one of the greatest and most influential bassists of all time, Pastorius recorded albums as a solo artist, band leader, and as a member of the jazz fusion group Weather Report from 1976 to 1981. He also collaborated with numerous artists, including Herbie Hancock, Pat Metheny and Joni Mitchell.

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United States
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Singer / Musician
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deceased
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Lived 1951 to 1987 · aged 35
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