No Treble’s 2025 Reader Favorite Bassists: Anthony Jackson’s Legacy Remembered at #4
At number four on our list, we have a bittersweet entry.
Anthony Jackson‘s passing prompted an outpouring of love and grief from across the bass community. He personally influenced scores of bassists and stood as the benchmark for greatness to the rest.
We paid tribute to him with a remembrance, an unforgettable performance, and a feature on his signature Fodera bass.
It shows that Anthony Jackson may be gone, but he will never be forgotten.
1. For the Love of Anthony Jackson: Bass Icons Unite for a Historic Benefit Concert
2. Farewell to Anthony Jackson, One of the Most Influential Bassists of All Time – RIP AJ
3. A Farewell to Anthony Jackson: His Unforgettable Bass Work on “Desire” with Hiromi
4. Bass of the Week: Fodera Anthony Jackson Presentation II – Honoring a Legacy of Innovation
In his time with No Treble, Kevin has met hundreds of amazing bassists and interviewed icons like Jack Casady, Victor Wooten, Les Claypool, Marcus Miller, and more. He's a gigging bassist performing jazz in Northern Virginia and bluegrass with The Plate Scrapers up and down the East Coast. Kevin appreciates all genres of music, from R&B to metal and everything in between. Connect with Kevin on Facebook and check his performance schedule on his website.