Chuck Israels Archives

Chuck Israels has seen a lot during his lifetime and he’s sharing his insights in a new book called “Bass Notes: Jazz in American Culture: A Personal View.” More than a retelling of his career, the 240-page book is also described as a “meditation on the history of jazz music and its prospects for the future.”

Xlson Audio has teamed up with jazz bass legend Chuck Israels to release the Chuck Israels Signature Microphone. Developed by Peter Axelsson, the condenser microphone is designed specifically for the upright bass on the stage or in the studio. “Peter Axelsson has developed a mic that rejects enough extraneous sound that it is practical to use in live situations and...

Here’s a nice performance by the Bill Evans Trio, including a great solo by bassist Chuck Israels. The trio also includes Larry Bunker on drums. Israels joined the trio after the passing of Scott LaFaro. The performance was recorded in 1965, we think.