Monty Alexander, John Clayton and Jeff Hamilton: Mojo
Today is John Clayton’s birthday, and we’re celebrating with one of the bassist’s grooves. Here’s the jazz guru laying it down with Monty Alexander and Jeff Hamilton on the tune “Mojo.”
Clayton’s joy for music is infectious. Make sure to check out his solo at the 3:22 mark.
Happy birthday, Mr. Clayton!
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.
Great stuff. My drummer says he can’t play softer/quieter….mmm seems Jeff is doing just that with dynamics…..
good work. love that woody sound, mr. clayton! this reminds me of growing up with my dad and my uncle. always some real jazz playing with those guys.
Seems like NO AMP for the Bassplayer is still working well for some Bands. Love it.
John Clayton never uses a pickup. Somewhere I read that he carries an EV RE20 microphone in his bag and says, ‘Here. This is all you’ll need’. I heard him play when I was at uni in Australia and he has amazing projection.